Celebrate Mother’s Day with a weekend of connection, restoration, and nature-inspired experiences. Zen at the Zoo invites you to slow down, recharge, and enjoy thoughtful programming designed to restore and uplift, set against the backdrop of wildlife and the natural world.
Meet some amazing animal moms and discover how they care for and protect their young at our weekend Animal Spotlights.
Choose from a 45-minute guided meditation and breath work session, or take part in an at-your-own-pace yoga class focused on gentle movement and stretching. A great way to relax, recharge, calm the mind, and restore balance.
Please Note: All sessions will be held in the Pavilion Picnic Area if weather permits. In poor conditions all sessions will take place in the marketplace tent.
No pre-registration is needed, however please arrive 5-10 minutes early in order to complete a waiver to participate, and find a space.
All participants are required to bring their own yoga mat and towel.
May 9 & 10 | Select Times Below
Try a quick, free, colour analysis session with a trained colourist from Glow Colour Analysis! Discover which shades and jewelry tones best complement your natural features using simple fabric draping and expert techniques. Leave with a personalized palette to guide your style!
May 10 | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Giraffe Deck
Please Note: All experiences are first come first served and time permitting.
Seed Bombs for Moms
May 9 & 10 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Discovery Centre
This hands-on activity is accessible to all ages and will bring an explosion of colour to any garden. Using little more than wildflower seeds, some clay, and a whole lot of love, you can bring home your very own seed bomb. A great present for mom!
Spot our Moms
May 10 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Zoo wide
This scavenger hunt will have your kids searching the Zoo for Mother's Day facts about our many amazing mothers throughout the Zoo. Pickup your scavenger hunt card from the table display in the front courtyard.
