Lagniappe Series

Enjoy "a little something extra" on these days held throughout the year. All activities are included with regular admission; FOTAZ Members are free with card and photo ID.

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Jr. Wildlife Habitat Educational Program

Monday, February 24
9 AM - 2:30 PM
Grades 6th - 8th
Registration Required

Are you a budding wildlife expert? Join us for the Ecolympics Junior Wildlife Habitat Education Program Challenge! Grow your understanding of wildlife identification, create a wildlife management plan and present your ideas to a panel of judges. It's a wild adventure for young conservationists!

Contact: Adriane Bercegeay, ABercegeay@agcenter.lsu.edu

World Wildlife Day

Saturday, March 8
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Discover the future of wildlife conservation! Join us for World Wildlife Day and learn about the cutting-edge tools and technology being used to protect our planet's most precious species. Explore our interactive Discovery Carts, hear from our zookeepers, and learn how you can make a difference.

Healthy You at the Zoo

Saturday, March 15
10 AM - 2 PM

It’s a fun-filled day of health and wellness at the Alexandria Zoo! Connect with local health organizations and explore the amazing world of animal care at Keeper Chats and Discovery Carts.

Are you a resident of Rapides Parish and a beneficiary of the SNAP program? Present your SNAP card with matching Rapides Parish photo ID for free entry during the event time; 10 am- 2 pm on March 15th. Permits entry of 2 adults and up to 4 children.

Earth Day

Saturday, April 26
10 AM - 3 PM

Let's team up to protect our planet! Discover the amazing world of wildlife and learn how you can be a superhero for the planet. Enjoy Keeper Chats and engage with local organizations sharing their conservation passion through activities, crafts, and demonstrations.

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