Reid Park Zoo kicks off its Summer Safari Nights series on Saturday, May 23, offering 10 weekly evening events through Aug. 8 for families looking to escape the heat without leaving the city.
The events, presented by TMC Health, run from 6 to 8 p.m. each Saturday at 3400 Zoo Court. Each week features a different theme — from Bear Necessities and Beach Party to Pollinator Power and Superheroes — along with animal encounters, keeper chats and hands-on artifact stations.
Kids can enjoy crafts, inflatables, rides on the Jungle Carousel and face painting or glitter tattoos. The Flamingo Grill will serve dinner and drinks throughout the night, and live music from local and regional bands plays in the Event Garden each week. Three of the 10 nights are designated shopping events, with local vendors set up across the Zoo grounds…