Special Events

Naturally Inspired Art Show
presented by The Great Frame Up of Indianapolis
June 1-Aug. 28
See the works of a penguin Picasso, a walrus Warhol, an elephant Escher and many others during Naturally Inspired Art Show presented by The Great Frame Up of Indianapolis. We invited 15 juried artists along with some artistically inclined animals to create works of art during our Paint Out event in April. The beautiful end results will be on display in the Schaefer Rotunda at White River Gardens throughout the summer before hitting the auction block.

Zoolapalooza Concert Series
presented by Firestone Building Products &
Firestone Industrial Products
Friday nights: June 21-July 19
Get ready to rock your way into the weekend as the Zoo hosts some of the hottest bands during Zoolapalooza presented by Firestone Building Products and Firestone Industrial Products. For five consecutive Friday nights, you can enjoy live performances, food and drink specials, extended hours, featured rides, Zoo mascots and more! Plus our adult guests can enjoy Sun King Brewery sampling each night. Friday nights will never be the same!

Animals and All That Jazz 
presented by Indiana Members Credit Union
Thursday nights: July 11-Aug. 15
Cool down on a hot summer night with the smooth sounds of jazz. Animals and All That Jazz presented by Indiana Members Credit Union is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year with some amazing acts, including several favorites from previous years. They'll keep you dancin' all night on the dance floor presented by American Senior Communities. You can also enjoy great food and beverage options, including sampling from Sun King Brewery, Zoo mascots, feature rides and more. This great music series is sponsored by Macy's.

Butterfly Kaleidoscope presented by Citizens Energy Group
Open through Labor Day
The butterflies are back! The Hilbert Conservatory has been transformed into a tropical paradise to bring you butterflies in a way that you've never experienced before! Butterfly Kaleidoscope presented by Citizens Energy Group features 40 beautiful species and dazzling jewel-toned mobiles that will truly take your breath away. Be a part of the Zoo's newest exhibit, open through Labor Day.