Upcoming Events and Programs :: Riverbanks Zoo & Garden (2024)

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Monday, September 9, 2024 Homeschool Class Stunning Savannahs (Fall Session A) Homeschool Little Learners Camels, Llamas, and Alpacas (Fall Session A) Friday, September 13, 2024 Little Learners at Riverbanks Wiggle Worms Monday, September 16, 2024 Homeschool Class Stunning Savannahs (Fall Session B) Friday, September 20, 2024 Little Learners at Riverbanks Wiggle Worms Monday, September 23, 2024 Homeschool Class Stunning Savannahs (Fall Session C) Homeschool Little Learners Camels, Llamas, and Alpacas (Fall Session C) Friday, September 27, 2024 Little Learners at Riverbanks Bats Signature Event Riverbanks ZOOfari Thursday, October 3, 2024 Adult Garden Workshop Plant N Pour: Painting with a Purpose Friday, October 4, 2024 Little Learners at Riverbanks Bats Saturday, October 12, 2024 Adult Garden Workshop Intro into Raptors Monday, October 14, 2024 Homeschool Class Wonderful Wetlands (Fall Session A) Homeschool Little Learners Bats (Fall Session A) Friday, October 18, 2024 Little Learners at Riverbanks Spooky Spiders Monday, October 21, 2024 Homeschool Class Wonderful Wetlands (Fall Session B) Friday, October 25, 2024 Little Learners at Riverbanks Spooky Spiders Monday, October 28, 2024 Homeschool Class Wonderful Wetlands (Fall Session C) Homeschool Little Learners Bats (Fall Session C) Thursday, November 7, 2024 Adult Garden Workshop Plant N Pour: Bug Hotels & Seed Balls Friday, November 8, 2024 Little Learners at Riverbanks Camels, Llamas & Alpacas Monday, November 11, 2024 Homeschool Class Captivating Coral Reefs (Fall Session A) Homeschool Little Learners Wiggle Worms (Fall Session A) Friday, November 15, 2024 Little Learners at Riverbanks Camels, Llamas & Alpacas Saturday, November 16, 2024 Adult Garden Workshop Botanical Notecards Monday, November 18, 2024 Homeschool Class Captivating Coral Reefs (Fall Session B) Friday, November 22, 2024 Little Learners at Riverbanks Thanksgiving Harvest Monday, November 25, 2024 Homeschool Class Captivating Coral Reefs (Fall Session C) Homeschool Little Learners Wiggle Worms (Fall Session C) Friday, December 6, 2024 Little Learners at Riverbanks Oh Deer! Friday, December 13, 2024 Little Learners at Riverbanks Oh Deer! Saturday, December 14, 2024 Adult Garden Workshop Holiday Wreaths Friday, January 10, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Octopus Monday, January 13, 2025 Homeschool Class Eliminating Extinction (Spring Session D) Homeschool Little Learners Ducks, Geese, and Swans (Spring Session D) Friday, January 17, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Octopus Monday, January 20, 2025 Homeschool Class Eliminating Extinction (Spring Session E) Friday, January 24, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Turtles & Tortoises Monday, January 27, 2025 Homeschool Class Eliminating Extinction (Spring Session F) Homeschool Little Learners Ducks, Geese, and Swans (Spring Session F) Friday, January 31, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Turtles & Tortoises Saturday, February 1, 2025 Adult Garden Workshop Sweetgrass Basket Weaving Friday, February 7, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Ducks, Geese & Swans Monday, February 10, 2025 Homeschool Class Conservation Connection (Spring Session D) Homeschool Little Learners Octopus (Spring Session D) Monday, February 17, 2025 Homeschool Class Conservation Connection (Spring Session E) Friday, February 21, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Ducks, Geese & Swans Monday, February 24, 2025 Homeschool Class Conservation Connection (Spring Session F) Homeschool Little Learners Octopus (Spring Session F) Friday, February 28, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Capybara & Kin Friday, March 7, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Capybara & Kin Monday, March 10, 2025 Homeschool Class Restoration Recovery (Spring Session D) Homeschool Little Learners Capybara & Kin (Spring Session D) Monday, March 17, 2025 Homeschool Class Restoration Recovery (Spring Session E) Friday, March 21, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Seal & Sea Lions Monday, March 24, 2025 Homeschool Class Restoration Recovery (Spring Session F) Homeschool Little Learners Capybara & Kin (Spring Session F) Friday, March 28, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Seal & Sea Lions Friday, April 4, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Colorful Flowers of Spring Friday, April 11, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Colorful Flowers of Spring Saturday, April 26, 2025 Adult Garden Workshop Kokedama, Japanese Moss Balls Friday, May 2, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Dragonflies & Damselflies Friday, May 9, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Dragonflies & Damselflies Friday, May 16, 2025 Little Learners at Riverbanks Mother Earth Saturday, June 7, 2025 Adult Garden Workshop Ikebana Floral Arranging FAQs

Here’s a look at all of the events and programs currently scheduled at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

This schedule is (of course) subject to revision. As the year goes on, please revisit this page for any changes.

Monday, September 9, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Stunning Savannahs (Fall Session A)

Africa is known for its expansive savanna and the large mammals that call it home. Come discover why this impressive biome is the perfect home for rhinos, giraffes, baboons, lions, and more at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Homeschool Little Learners Camels, Llamas, and Alpacas (Fall Session A)

Join us as we learn about camels and their cousins!

10:45 – 11:45AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, September 13, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Wiggle Worms

Come Explore the underground world of earthworms!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, September 16, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Stunning Savannahs (Fall Session B)

Africa is known for its expansive savanna and the large mammals that call it home. Come discover why this impressive biome is the perfect home for rhinos, giraffes, baboons, lions, and more at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, September 20, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Wiggle Worms

Come Explore the underground world of earthworms!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, September 23, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Stunning Savannahs (Fall Session C)

Africa is known for its expansive savanna and the large mammals that call it home. Come discover why this impressive biome is the perfect home for rhinos, giraffes, baboons, lions, and more at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Homeschool Little Learners Camels, Llamas, and Alpacas (Fall Session C)

Join us as we learn about camels and their cousins!

10:45 – 11:45AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, September 27, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Bats

Let’s learn about bats! How do they help us and why are some people afraid of them?

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Signature Event Riverbanks ZOOfari

Join us for the 50th anniversary edition of ZOOfari — an unforgettable evening of cocktails, cuisine, and conservation! Experience the nostalgia with flavors from previous ZOOfari events, paired with specialty cocktails throughout the Zoo. Don’t miss out on this milestone celebration!

7:00 – 9:30PM

$85 Riverbanks members; $100 general public.

General Tickets Member Tickets

Thursday, October 3, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Adult Garden Workshop Plant N Pour: Painting with a Purpose

Experience the beauty of the Botanical Garden at night as you test your creative skills through a unique paint-n-pour event. Enjoy a beverage and the blooms of the Garden before the painting portion of the evening begins. At 6:30, we will begin the painting instruction that will guide participants through creating a botanical themed painting to take home. A self-guided painting option will also be available for those who enjoy a little less structure.

6:00 – 8:00PM

Ages 21 and up.

$45 per person or $80 for both programs. Includes 2 drink tickets; additional drinks will be available for purchase.

Register for Workshop Member Offer

Friday, October 4, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Bats

Let’s learn about bats! How do they help us and why are some people afraid of them?

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Saturday, October 12, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Adult Garden Workshop Intro into Raptors

Have you ever wondered about a hawk you saw sitting on a highway sign? Was that an eagle you heard calling? If you’re curious about birds of prey, join our Intro to Raptors class. Raptor migration is in full swing in October, so it’s a great time to hone your identification skills.

10:00AM – 12:30PM

$15 Riverbanks members; $20 general public.

Register for Workshop Member Offer

Monday, October 14, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Wonderful Wetlands (Fall Session A)

Wetlands are some of the most valuable ecosystems in the world to you and I! Join us as we trek through the zoo to explore the amazing local plant and animal life found within marshes, swamps, and bogs.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Homeschool Little Learners Bats (Fall Session A)

Let’s learn about bats! How do they help us and why are some people afraid of them?

10:45 – 11:45AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, October 18, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Spooky Spiders

Let’s explore the creepy crawly world of spiders!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, October 21, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Wonderful Wetlands (Fall Session B)

Wetlands are some of the most valuable ecosystems in the world to you and I! Join us as we trek through the zoo to explore the amazing local plant and animal life found within marshes, swamps, and bogs.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, October 25, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Spooky Spiders

Let’s explore the creepy crawly world of spiders!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, October 28, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Wonderful Wetlands (Fall Session C)

Wetlands are some of the most valuable ecosystems in the world to you and I! Join us as we trek through the zoo to explore the amazing local plant and animal life found within marshes, swamps, and bogs.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Homeschool Little Learners Bats (Fall Session C)

Let’s learn about bats! How do they help us and why are some people afraid of them?

10:45 – 11:45AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Thursday, November 7, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Adult Garden Workshop Plant N Pour: Bug Hotels & Seed Balls

Join us for an exclusive evening in the Botanical Garden as we explore the vital role of pollinators through a relaxed social setting. Enjoy the Garden with a refreshing beverage as you build a crafty bug hotel for your home garden that will provide important shelter for beneficial insects through the winter. Take home a homemade seed ball to plant that will bloom in the spring.

6:00 – 8:00PM

Ages 21 and up.

$45 per person or $80 for both programs. Includes 2 drink tickets; additional drinks will be available for purchase.

Register for Workshop Member Offer

Friday, November 8, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Camels, Llamas & Alpacas

Join us as we learn about camels and their cousins!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, November 11, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Captivating Coral Reefs (Fall Session A)

Dive into the importance of biodiversity as we swim through one of the most colorful and busy habitats in the world.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Homeschool Little Learners Wiggle Worms (Fall Session A)

Come explore the underground world of earthworms!

10:45 – 11:45AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, November 15, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Camels, Llamas & Alpacas

Join us as we learn about camels and their cousins!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Saturday, November 16, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Adult Garden Workshop Botanical Notecards

Create a unique set of botanical notecards through flower preservation. Participants will use pressed flowers and greenery to create a design. Everyone will also learn how to pound flowers so that their impression is transferred onto the card for a lovely floral design.

10:00AM – 12:00PM

$20 Riverbanks members; $25 general public.

Register for Workshop Member Offer

Monday, November 18, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Captivating Coral Reefs (Fall Session B)

Dive into the importance of biodiversity as we swim through one of the most colorful and busy habitats in the world.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, November 22, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Thanksgiving Harvest

Let’s celebrate Thanksgiving with an autumn harvest!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, November 25, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Captivating Coral Reefs (Fall Session C)

Dive into the importance of biodiversity as we swim through one of the most colorful and busy habitats in the world.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Homeschool Little Learners Wiggle Worms (Fall Session C)

Come explore the underground world of earthworms!

10:45 – 11:45AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, December 6, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Oh Deer!

Are reindeer real? What are antlers made from? Why do some deer have white tails? Let’s find out the answers to these questions and more!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, December 13, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Oh Deer!

Are reindeer real? What are antlers made from? Why do some deer have white tails? Let’s find out the answers to these questions and more!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Saturday, December 14, 2024

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Adult Garden Workshop Holiday Wreaths

Using freshly cut greenery from the Riverbanks campus, participants will learn the basic technique of making a wreath with a grapevine base. With a large variety of greenery and seed pods to use, these wreaths will be a distinct reflection of personal style.

10:00AM – 12:00PM

$30 Riverbanks members; $36 general public.

Register for Workshop Member Offer

Friday, January 10, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Octopus

Octopus are some of the coolest creatures in the ocean! Let’s learn all about them.

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, January 13, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Eliminating Extinction (Spring Session D)

Why does wildlife disappear? How can we prevent it? From the mystery of the Carolina Parakeet to the return of the beautiful Bali Mynah, students will investigate ways they can help Riverbank’s eliminate extinction.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Homeschool Little Learners Ducks, Geese, and Swans (Spring Session D)

Winter is a great time to see waterfowl on our lakes and rivers. Join us as we learn about our feathered friends!

10:45 – 11:45AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, January 17, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Octopus

Octopus are some of the coolest creatures in the ocean! Let’s learn all about them.

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, January 20, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Eliminating Extinction (Spring Session E)

Why does wildlife disappear? How can we prevent it? From the mystery of the Carolina Parakeet to the return of the beautiful Bali Mynah, students will investigate ways they can help Riverbank’s eliminate extinction.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, January 24, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Turtles & Tortoises

What’s the difference between a turtle and a tortoise? Let’s investigate!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, January 27, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Eliminating Extinction (Spring Session F)

Why does wildlife disappear? How can we prevent it? From the mystery of the Carolina Parakeet to the return of the beautiful Bali Mynah, students will investigate ways they can help Riverbank’s eliminate extinction.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Homeschool Little Learners Ducks, Geese, and Swans (Spring Session F)

Winter is a great time to see waterfowl on our lakes and rivers. Join us as we learn about our feathered friends!

10:45 – 11:45AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, January 31, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Turtles & Tortoises

What’s the difference between a turtle and a tortoise? Let’s investigate!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Saturday, February 1, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Adult Garden Workshop Sweetgrass Basket Weaving

The Gullah tradition of weaving baskets from strong but supple marsh grass in the lowcountry is one of the nation’s oldest and most beautiful handicrafts of African origin. Participants will craft a small sweetgrass basket in the traditional style through this hands-on workshop with Mary Graham-Grant.

10:00AM – 2:00PM

$70 Riverbanks members; $85 general public.

Register for Workshop Member Offer

Friday, February 7, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Ducks, Geese & Swans

Winter is a great time to see waterfowl on our lakes and rivers. Join us as we learn about our feathered friends!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, February 10, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Conservation Connection (Spring Session D)

Explore the many ways Riverbanks is involved in protecting North America Songbirds and Pollinators. Students will get the opportunity to take home some tools to help connect to wildlife and conservation in their own backyard!

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Homeschool Little Learners Octopus (Spring Session D)

Octopi are some of the coolest creatures in the ocean! Let’s learn all about them!

10:45 – 11:45AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, February 17, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Conservation Connection (Spring Session E)

Explore the many ways Riverbanks is involved in protecting North America Songbirds and Pollinators. Students will get the opportunity to take home some tools to help connect to wildlife and conservation in their own backyard!

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, February 21, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Ducks, Geese & Swans

Winter is a great time to see waterfowl on our lakes and rivers. Join us as we learn about our feathered friends!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, February 24, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Conservation Connection (Spring Session F)

Explore the many ways Riverbanks is involved in protecting North America Songbirds and Pollinators. Students will get the opportunity to take home some tools to help connect to wildlife and conservation in their own backyard!

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Homeschool Little Learners Octopus (Spring Session F)

Octopi are some of the coolest creatures in the ocean! Let’s learn all about them!

10:45 – 11:45AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, February 28, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Capybara & Kin

Capybaras look like a cute cross between a pig, a beaver, and a hippopotamus. But what are they really? Let’s learn about capybaras and their relatives!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, March 7, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Capybara & Kin

Capybaras look like a cute cross between a pig, a beaver, and a hippopotamus. But what are they really? Let’s learn about capybaras and their relatives!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, March 10, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Restoration Recovery (Spring Session D)

Join us as we observe some of the ways Riverbanks is working to restore Gopher Tortoises, Spider Lillies, and Gopher Frogs to their native habitats.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Homeschool Little Learners Capybara & Kin (Spring Session D)

Capybaras look like a cute cross between a pig, a beaver, and a hippopotamus. But what are they really? Let’s learn about capybaras and their relatives!

10:45 – 11:45AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, March 17, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Restoration Recovery (Spring Session E)

Join us as we observe some of the ways Riverbanks is working to restore Gopher Tortoises, Spider Lillies, and Gopher Frogs to their native habitats.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, March 21, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Seal & Sea Lions

What’s the difference between seals and sea lions? Let’s find out.

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Monday, March 24, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Homeschool Class Restoration Recovery (Spring Session F)

Join us as we observe some of the ways Riverbanks is working to restore Gopher Tortoises, Spider Lillies, and Gopher Frogs to their native habitats.

10:30AM – 12:00PM

Children ages 5–12.

Colonial Life Discovery Center (at the Zoo).

$45 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Homeschool Little Learners Capybara & Kin (Spring Session F)

Capybaras look like a cute cross between a pig, a beaver, and a hippopotamus. But what are they really? Let’s learn about capybaras and their relatives!

10:45 – 11:45AM

Children ages 3–5 with accompanying adult.

Riverbanks Farm Classroom (at the Zoo).

$35 per participating student per session (3 classes). Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, March 28, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Seal & Sea Lions

What’s the difference between seals and sea lions? Let’s find out.

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, April 4, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Colorful Flowers of Spring

Let’s explore the spring garden to see what colors we can discover!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, April 11, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Colorful Flowers of Spring

Let’s explore the spring garden to see what colors we can discover!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Adult Garden Workshop Kokedama, Japanese Moss Balls

The art of using moss as a way to encapsulate soil and a living plant can create a stunning botanical piece for your house or garden. Participants will all learn to make this living sculpture that can be a table centerpiece or hung indoors or out for a unique floral focus.

10:00 – 11:30AM

$25 Riverbanks members; $30 general public.

Register for Workshop Member Offer

Friday, May 2, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Dragonflies & Damselflies

Join us as we learn about these beautiful and fascinating insects!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, May 9, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Dragonflies & Damselflies

Join us as we learn about these beautiful and fascinating insects!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Friday, May 16, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Little Learners at Riverbanks Mother Earth

Let’s journey around the world and explore this incredible planet we call home!

10:30 – 11:30AM

Children ages 3–5 with an adult.

Waterfall Junction Learning Center in the Botanical Garden.

$10 per child. Note: If you are not a Riverbanks member, a general admission ticket will also be required.

Saturday, June 7, 2025

Hours of Operation : 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Adult Garden Workshop Ikebana Floral Arranging

Ikebana is a Japanese art form that involves arranging flowers and other natural materials in a stylized manner. Lin Ko of the Asia Cultural Society will be demonstrating three styles of Ikebana, and then leading participants through a hands-on portion to create an arrangement to take home.

10:00AM – 12:00PM

$40 Riverbanks members; $48 general public.

Register for Workshop Member Offer

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FAQs

Which Zoo is better, Riverbanks or Asheboro? ›

Hands down Riverbanks - More interactive exhibits, more exhibits. Lots of action packed into a small space. Riverbanks is by far the better zoo for families with small kids. Asheboro Zoo, was not too bad though.

How long does it take to walk through Riverbanks Zoo? ›

- Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. We were there for about 4 hours and saw all of the animals & quickly went to the children's water splash park. We did not go to the other gardens though. Perhaps we would have stayed longer if it wasn't so hot.

Are dogs allowed at Riverbanks Zoo? ›

Pets and emotional support animals are not permitted in the park. Service dogs or ponies individually trained to do work or perform a task for an individual with a disability are permitted. For the safety of the service animal and the animals at Riverbanks, service animal access is restricted in some areas.

When can you feed the giraffes at Riverbanks Zoo? ›

10:00am – 2:30pm daily (or until giraffes have eaten their daily allotment). 2 EC * per scoop of lettuce.

Which zoo is bigger, NC or SC? ›

See more photos on our Facebook page! Love animals? Visit the North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro.

What is the number one zoo in the United States? ›

San Diego Zoo has been awing visitors for more than a century, and it continues to innovate. The world-famous zoo, along with its safari park, represents one of the largest and most diverse zoological collections in the world.

Where did the elephants at Riverbanks Zoo go? ›

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden officially has no elephants. An African elephant named Belle, the last inhabitant at the Columbia zoo's elephant exhibit, was moved to her new home Wednesday. The 38-year-old was successfully transported to the Milwaukee County Zoo, Riverbanks officials said on Facebook.

What rank is Riverbanks Zoo? ›

Riverbanks was recently ranked the sixth largest zoo in the nation by A to Z animals, an online resource that based their ranking on zoos housing the most animals. The number of Riverbanks residents grew to 3,000 with the opening of the ARCC in March 2023.

What time is best to go to the Zoo? ›

The best time to visit most zoos is during the weekdays when it's less crowded. Avoid the midday heat by visiting in the morning or late afternoon. You'll also have a better chance of seeing animals that are more active during these cooler times of the day.

Can you carry a gun at Riverbanks Zoo? ›

Open Carry Law- Riverbanks is part of a parks system that allows concealed weapons to enter the park. New legislation was passed this weekend that now allows open carry of firearms in the park.

Does Riverbanks Zoo serve alcohol? ›

SSA Group, LLC. holds the Liquor License at the River- banks Zoo & Garden, therefore, liquor, beer, and wine may not be brought into the zoo from outside sources. Liquor, beer, and wine may not be removed from the site. All bars will end 30 minutes prior to event end time.

Is the reptile house at Riverbanks Zoo open? ›

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden officially opened its new state-of-the-art Darnall W. and Susan F. Boyd Aquarium & Reptile Conservation Center at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, March 2.

Are there penguins at the Riverbanks Zoo? ›

Penguin Coast

This extraordinary habitat features three species of penguins, considered by many to be the most popular of all birds. The exhibit is more than 1,350 square feet (64% larger than the penguin exhibit in the old birdhouse) and is destined to be one of the finest penguin displays in North America.

Are there zebras at Riverbanks Zoo? ›

A visit to the Zoo will take guests on a journey through the Savanna where they will encounter some of the creatures that roam the plains—giraffes, zebras and ostriches. Giraffe Overlook is the most popular of the exhibit's features.

Does Riverbanks Zoo have cows? ›

The primary structure of the Farm is a 3,500 square-foot wooden barn that is home to the animal collection, including barn owls, Jersey cows and Nubian goats.

What rank is Asheboro zoo? ›

North Carolina Zoo ranks third-best in the country in 2024 for 10Best by USA Today.

What is the River Bank zoo ranked? ›

Riverbanks was recently ranked the sixth largest zoo in the nation by A to Z animals, an online resource that based their ranking on zoos housing the most animals. The number of Riverbanks residents grew to 3,000 with the opening of the ARCC in March 2023.

What is the largest zoo in North Carolina? ›

Nat Geo WILD

North Carolina is home to the world's largest zoo, with 2,800 acres, large natural habitats and more than 1,700 animals in its care.

How long does it take to walk through Asheboro zoo? ›

Plan Your Visit

The zoo comprises several areas representing different regions of the world. Plan at least five hours (if not a full day) to explore them all.

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