If your kid knows more animal facts than you do, it might be time to hand the reins over to the experts. The Bronx Zoo’s Summer Camp is back for 2025 and ready to turn curiosity into full-on creature obsession—in the best way possible. Designed for toddlers (ages 2–4, with a parent or caregiver) through tenth grade, the camp blends up-close animal encounters, outdoor exploration and hands-on science into one unforgettable summer experience.
The programming is as creative as it is educational, with camp names like “Zoo Vet Academy,” “Little Zoo Vets” and “Kinderzoo: Welcome to My Biome” that give a peek at what’s in store. Each session is led by professional educators and includes age-appropriate adventures across 265 acres of habitats, exhibits and zoo-exclusive learning zones. Campers might prep a fake surgery for a plush tiger, investigate ecosystems like junior conservationists or just spend time making friends while learning what makes a red panda so ridiculously adorable.
Camps run on weekdays from 9am to 3pm, with options that span from three days to two weeks depending on the program. For parents needing extra flexibility, the zoo offers extended care until 4:30pm—because we all know life doesn’t stop at pickup. And yes, it’s just as fun as regular camp, with extra time to play, visit exhibits and enjoy the outdoors.
Bronx Zoo Summer Camp isn’t just a way to keep kids busy—it’s a chance to spark a lifelong love of animals, science and the natural world. And honestly, it’s one of the few summer plans where your child might come home wanting to teach you something.
Location: 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, New York 10460
Contact: 800-433-4149, bzeducation@wcs.org
Price: Varied; visit their website for all the options
Ages: 2–tenth grade