Rocky River Nature Center is closed today, April 1, due to a power outage.
Celebrate Earth Day at Party for the Planet presented by NOPEC! Join us at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on Sat., April 18 from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to connect with nature, learn how to help the environment, visit community organizations, participate in fun activities and more.
The event will take place across Zoo grounds where guests can explore and enjoy different activities related to Earth Day. We invite guests to follow the activity path to fully experience the event. Zoo admission is required.
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10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Explore interactive activities and connect with community organizations, Zoo staff, and volunteers at Planet Party Village locations to learn how you can take action for a healthy planet.
Planet Party Village locations:
Welcome Plaza, Palava Hut Pavilion, African Savanna and Mini Forest
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10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Learn from Zoo staff and volunteers at ECO HUB locations about ways to reduce your carbon footprint through hands-on activities and interactive demonstrations.
ECO HUB locations:
Susie Bear Hollow, Wolf Lodge, Wade Hall and Gumleaf Hideout
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10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Learn from Zoo scientists and local conservation leaders at Scientist Lab locations about the impactful work they are doing.
Scientist Lab Locations:
Gumleaf Hideout and Wade Hall
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11:00 a.m.
Watch Zoo animals engage in enrichment activities while learning how these experiences support animal well‑being.
Locations:
African Savanna
- Lion
- Daniel Maltz Rhino Reserve
Wilderness Trek
- Grizzly Bears
Primate, Cat, and Aquatics Building (PCA)
- Howler Monkeys
- Spider Monkeys
- Gibbon
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Join Zoo staff for guided tours that highlight conservation efforts happening right here in our region.
10:30 a.m.
- Tree Tour (45 minutes)
Location: Wade Hall
1:00 p.m.
- Mini Forest Tour (45 minutes)
Location: Mini Forest
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10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Participate in hands-on interactive activities and connect with our long-limbed Zoo residents at the Swing for the Planet location, highlighting primates and their habitats.
Swing for the Planet location:
Primate, Cat, and Aquatics Building (PCA)
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Join us in making a difference to be a hero for the planet by participating in one of our action stations.
Gorillas on the Line Campaign
Join us in supporting AZA SAFE Gorillas programs by recycling your old, unused handheld electronics. Your efforts help raise funds that directly support gorilla conservation initiatives. Accepted items include cell phones/smart phones, iPads/tablets, smart watches, GPS units, iPods/MP3 players, VR headsets, airpods/earbuds, digital cameras and associated cords and cables. Laptops cannot be accepted.
Bin Location:
Primate, Cat, and Aquatics
Lights for Lions: Recycling Collection
Join us in supporting Cleveland Metroparks Zoo by recycling your used and broken string lights and extension cords (no packaging, please). Your efforts help protect lions and other large carnivores in East Africa by keeping plastics out of landfills and providing essential funding for local communities.
Bin Location:
African Savanna – Lion Habitat
