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John Ball Zoo’s biggest fundraising event of the year will take place during the beautiful Grand Rapids Lantern Festival and offer a variety of local food, drinks, and entertainment, all hosted throughout the spacious grounds of the Zoo. John Ball Zoo serves as a powerful educational platform, raising awareness about wildlife conservation and inspiring visitors to take action in protecting the natural world.
John Ball Zoo

RendeZoo 2024: Illuminate the Night

Fri, June 14, 2024
6:00pm - 10:30pm

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John Ball Zoo’s biggest fundraising event of the year will take place during the beautiful Grand Rapids Lantern Festival and offer a variety of local food, drinks, and entertainment, all hosted throughout the spacious grounds of the Zoo. John Ball Zoo serves as a powerful educational platform, raising awareness about wildlife conservation and inspiring visitors to take action in protecting the natural world.

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