Come out of your shell with Edventures in learning! Kids get up close and personal with elephants, otters, meerkats and more! In our activity-packed classes, they can be a part of the animal world and watch as prairie dogs burrow, elephants bathe and hippos wade. .

Make a difference in wildlife conservation by running in the 13th annual Zoo Run on Saturday, April 17, 2010. Proceeds from the Zoo Run support the Zoo's conservation efforts for animals that need your help. Register for the 10K, 5K or 1-mile Fun Run, then enjoy a live animal presentation, music, awards and more! Check back soon for more details.

Hungry for more?

The Fort Worth Zoo's 4th annual premier tasting event, Beastro, is set for June 11, 2010. With cuisine from the area's finest restaurants, live animals, live entertainment and open bars, this unique party will be bigger and better than ever in 2010!

$85 for non-members and $75 for members, Beastro tickets will be available online or in-person at the Zoo's Guest Relations office (from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily), beginning Monday, April 19 through 12 noon on Friday, June 11.