Pollinator DayLearn about the importance of pollinators like butterflies, bees, and even bats.Learn about the pollinators that make your garden possible!What does it take for a butterfly to travel hundreds of miles? The right places to stop along the way! Our Butterfly ......More
Pollinator DayLearn about the importance of pollinators like butterflies, bees, and even bats.Learn about the pollinators that make your garden possible!What does it take for a butterfly to travel hundreds of miles? The right places to stop along the way! Our Butterfly Beltway is one of those essential stops, and during Pollinator Day, you’ll learn just how important native pollinator gardens are to that journey, and to our ecosystem as a whole! Stay tuned for our full programming schedule. Get Tickets Saturday, 89:45 A.M.Storytime in the Garden10:00 A.M.Ambassador Animal Meet & Greet10:45 A.M.What’s the Buzz? Attracting Birds & Butterflies to Your Yard11:00 A.M.Tea Tasting at the Nature Cart11:00 A.M.Eagle Insider Chat | Impact of Pestcides11:15 A.M.Storytime in the Garden11:45 A.M.Alpaca Insider Chat | Farming & Pollinators12:30 A.M.Ambassador Animal Meet & Greet1:00 P.M.Tea Tasting at the Nature Cart1:00 P.M.What’s the Buzz? Native Gardening 1011:45 P.M.Elephant Insider Chat | Conservation with Bee House2:45 P.M.Wolf Insider Chat | Ecosystem RepairAll Day ActivitiesNature Cart: Make seedballs, learn more about pollinator homes, and make a pollinator home for your backyard! Plant Hunt: Can you spot these plants around the Zoo? Explore the Zoo and learn some fun facts about local plant species and their relationship with pollinators Trailside Cafe Specials: We’ll have Honey-Garlic Cauliflower, Crispy Honey Sesame Chicken, and Honey BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich Get Tickets! Upcoming Events12 events found. EventsTodayNowNow –8/23/2026August 23Select date. July 2026Wed29 Tales of ConservationMay 22 – August 18Tales of Conservation Wed29 Summer Programming 2026May 23 – August 29 At The Zoo2222 St. Paul Street, Rochester, New YorkMake the most of your summer with hands-on, family-friendly programs at Seneca Park Zoo! From up-close animal experiences and themed educational activities, there’s something happening for every age and interest. Come explore, learn, and connect with wildlife all season long. August 2026Sat1 Membership AppreciationAugust 1 – August 7 At The Zoo2222 St. Paul Street, Rochester, New YorkMembership Appreciation Week We love our amazing members, and this we’ve got something special planned every day to show just how much your support means to us! We’ve got an awesome week planned that won’t want to miss! It’s time to celebrate YOU!Members Appreciation Week is our way of saying thanks for your support, which helps us care for animals and run amazing programs that inspire the next generation of conservation warriors!Check back soon to see what fun perks and activities we have planned to celebrate YOU! And if you’re not a member yet, consider joining today. Become A Member! Membership Sat1 Rise & Shine Tour!August 1 @ 8:00 am – 9:30 am$30Fri7 ZooBrewAugust 7 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pmSat8 Membership SwapAugust 8 – August 9 At The Zoo2222 St. Paul Street, Rochester, New YorkRMSC and GCV&M members get free admission to Seneca Park Zoo on August 8 and 9. Enjoy summer programming, enrichment, and free access to RMSC/GCV&M as a perk for being a member of the Zoo. Sat8 Pollinator DayAugust 8Pollinator Day Learn about the importance of pollinators like butterflies, bees, and even bats. Learn about the pollinators that make your garden possible! What does it take for a butterfly to travel hundreds of miles? The right places to stop along the way!Our Butterfly Beltway is one of those essential stops, and during Pollinator Day, you’ll learn just how important native pollinator gardens are to that journey, and to our ecosystem as a whole!Stay tuned for our full programming schedule. Get Tickets Saturday, 8 9:45 A.M. Storytime in the Garden 10:00 A.M. Ambassador Animal Meet & Greet 10:45 A.M. What’s the Sun9 Rise & Shine Tour!August 9 @ 8:00 am – 9:30 am$30Sat15 Panamanian Golden Frog Awareness Day 2026August 15 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm At The Zoo2222 St. Paul Street, Rochester, New YorkPanamanian Golden Frog Day! Learn more about this national icon with your friends from Seneca Park Zoo! Join us as we celebrate the Panamanian golden frog! The Panamanian golden frog is a tiny amphibian with enormous cultural and conservation significance. Considered a symbol of good luck in Panama, this species is deeply woven into the country’s history and traditions. Today, Panamanian golden frogs are Critically Endangered, with many scientists believing they may no longer exist in their natural range. To honor these remarkable animals and raise awareness about the challenges they face, we host a special annual celebration filled with cultural Sun16 Rise & Shine Tour!August 16 @ 8:00 am – 9:30 am$30Sat22 Rise & Shine Tour!August 22 @ 8:00 am – 9:30 am$30Sun23 Beginner Birding TourAugust 23 @ 8:00 am – 9:30 am At The Zoo2222 St. Paul Street, Rochester, New YorkBeginner Birding Tour A guided bird watching tour of the Zoo! Learn about the different birds that live here at Seneca Park Zoo. In this guided tour, we will explore the Zoo looking for birds and listening to calls. Bring your own binoculars or borrow a pair! Birders of all skill levels welcome. Click here Upcoming Nature Hikes & Bird Watching Tours 1 event found. Events Today Upcoming Upcoming Select date. August 2026 Sun 23 Beginner Birding Tour August 23 @ 8:00 am – 9:30 am At The Zoo 2222 St. Paul Street, Rochester, New York Beginner Birding Tour A guided bird $18 – $20Previous EventsTodayNext EventsSubscribe to calendar Google CalendariCalendarOutlook 365Outlook LiveExport .ics fileExport Outlook .ics fileStay UpdatedKeep in touch with your friends at Seneca Park Zoo on this event and more! There’s always something happening at the Zoo. InstagramFacebookTwitterView Upcoming Events
