Family Fun Fest
Friday, July 18th: 5:30 - 8:30 PM
Introducing a brand-new event at Lincoln Children's Zoo - Family Fun Fest! Join us for a special after-hours event packed with wild adventures and nonstop fun for families! During this event, the entire Zoo will be open just for you, plus we're turning up the excitement with live kid-friendly music from the Diamond Empire Band, face painting, caricature artists, yard games, hair braiding, cotton candy and so much more! It's the ultimate night out for families to laugh, explore, and make memories together. One night only - don't miss your chance to be part of the Zoo's newest can't-miss family event! Proudly sponsored by Wilderness Station Pediatric Dentistry.
Tickets are on sale now!
Purchase your tickets to Family Fun Fest now! Don't miss out on this BRAND-NEW event at Lincoln Children's Zoo!
Event Ticket includes:
- After-hours access to the Zoo from 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
- Live concert at the NEST 529 Stage featuring kid-friendly music by the Diamond Empire Band.
- Yard Games on the Green Space • Nebraska Knockerball
- Zoo Bingo Activity
- Photo Booth • Umbrella Photo Booth
Activities available at an additional cost:
- Face Painting • Smiley Face Painting
- Caricature Artist • Kirk's Works
- Hair Braiding • Braids & More by Madison
- Train Rides
- Giraffe Feeding
- Goat Feeding
*Family Fun Fest event tickets are required for entrance to this event. Regular daytime admission to the Zoo on July 18th does NOT include admission to the event.
| Event Ticket | Price |
|---|---|
| Member Adult (Ages 13+) | $9.00 |
| Member Child (Ages 2-12) | $5.00 |
| General Adult (Ages 13+) | $12.00 |
| General Child (Ages 2-12) | $9.00 |
| Kids 1 & Under | Free |
*Family Fun Fest tickets are non-refundable unless canceled by the Zoo.
Come Hungry!
Whether you're purchasing dinner for the whole family, or treating yourself with a snack, the Zoo will have plenty of food and beverage options for everyone. There will be multiple food stations located throughout the Zoo serving meals including hot dogs and hamburgers, as well as snacks such as cotton candy and ice cream! View the items offered at each food & drink location below!
Nest 529 Greenspace Tent
Burgers • Hot Dogs • Chips • Soda
Café 65
Walking Tacos • Chicken Tenders • Kids Meals (Chicken Tenders, Mini Corn Dogs, SunButter Uncrustable) • S'mores Sundae • Ice Cream • Icee • Fountain Drinks
Safari Café
Family Fun-nel Cakes • Cotton Candy • Hot Dogs • Corn Dogs • Mini Corn Dogs • Dole Whip • Icee • Popcorn •Fountain Drinks
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