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Make Memories at Houston Zoo

Houston Zoo offers hands-on programs for kids, teens, educators, and adults rooted in real conservation work happening here in Houston and around the world. Explore programs below or book an exclusive Animal Encounter to get up close with some of your favorite Houston Zoo residents.

Kids & Families

Houston Zoo offers hands-on zoo programs for kids, including Camp Zoofari summer camp, overnight adventures, and wildlife workshops designed to connect children with nature and conservation.

Explore Kids & Family Programs

Teen Programs

Houston Zoo’s teen programs, Zoo Crew and Adventure Programs, give teens ages 13–17 in Houston the skills and experience to take real action for wildlife conservation, both locally and globally.

Explore Teen Programs 

Zoo volunteer feeding giraffe lettuce at giraffe feeding platform

Adult Volunteers

Houston Zoo offers volunteer programs and hands-on conservation opportunities for adults in Houston, TX — work directly with Zoo staff, support animal care, and make a real impact for wildlife.

Join Houston Zoo Adult Volunteer Programs 

Educators & Partnerships

Houston Zoo’s educator programs bring wildlife learning to Houston-area K–12 schools — through on-site field trips, ZooMobile, outreach visits, and year-round school partnerships to help save wildlife.

Explore Educator Programs

sea lion posing with animal artwork they painted from their habitat

Animal Encounters

See some of your favorite Houston Zoo resident animals in a whole new way by booking one of these exclusive experiences.

Book An Animal Encounter