World Turtle Day
Shellebrate Michigan's native turtles with John Ball Zoo! There will be entertaining educational activities to help increase attention and knowledge about these amazing reptiles. Catch animal programs, keeper chats, and […]
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Heritage Hill 52nd Annual Weekend Tour of Homes
In its 52nd year, one of the largest urban historic neighborhoods in the country opens its doors for a sneak peek into private homes and rarely seen public spaces during […]
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Summer Spectacular
Let the summer festivities begin!Just like you, John Ball Zoo can’t wait for all those summer time activities, so we decided to celebrate it! Join us and enjoy live music, […]
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World Ocean Day
Today the beach is coming to the Zoo! Catch your favorite ocean characters, Moana, Ariel & Friends, as they help us celebrate and learn about the water and the many […]
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3rd Thursdays
Sip. Shop. Stroll. Third Thursdays is a multi-venue showcase of locally owned art galleries, retail spaces, restaurants, and cultural institutions along the free DASH shuttle route. It spans the neighborhoods […]
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Roaring Nights | Earth Radio
Spend your summer nights at John Ball Zoo's 21 and up concert series, Roaring Nights! Guests can stroll through the Zoo to see animal activities, while enjoying live music, craft […]
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Let’s Play! Golf Outing
The Grand Rapids Children’s Museum invites you to the 4th Annual Let’s Play! Golf Outing. Please join us Monday, June 26th at Thornapple Pointe Golf Course. This fundraiser will help the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum continually provide funding by supporting our efforts to bring play to ALL children in our community through open-ended programs, exhibits, […]
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Roaring Nights | Mama’s Hot Sauce
Spend your summer nights at John Ball Zoo's 21 and up concert series, Roaring Nights! Guests can stroll through the Zoo to see animal activities, while enjoying live music, craft beer and wines, specialty food, and no kids! Each Roaring Nights will feature a different live band. Mama's Hot Sauce will be joining us on […]
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Indie Month Staycation Giveaway
TWO ways to play & ONE grand prize. Indie Month celebrates the indie local businesses that make our community unique, vibrant and resilient. Celebrate the businesses you love for a chance to win!
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Beat the Heat
Come beat the summer heat with our animals at John Ball Zoo! Our animals will cool down with ice treat enrichment, Anna, Elsa and friends will make an appearance, and […]
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Roaring Nights | Main Street Dueling Pianos
Spend your summer nights at John Ball Zoo's 21 and up concert series, Roaring Nights! Guests can stroll through the Zoo to see animal activities, while enjoying live music, craft […]
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World Chimp Day
Start your day off right having Breakfast with the Animals at John Ball Zoo! Breakfast will be served on the South American Boardwalk, followed by a guided tour to two […]