November 14-17 and November 21-24, 2019: Aquarium - The Wands & Wishes Mermaids will be at Audubon Aquarium of the Americas!
Events
Mermaids
Hoppy Thanksgiving
November 26-27, 2019: Insectarium - Sample and enjoy tasty, insect-filled Thanksgiving dishes at the Butterfly Garden and Insectarium.
Family Friday
November 29, 2019: Skip the mall on Black Friday and enjoy some family time at Audubon Louisiana Nature Center!
Audubon Zoo Lights
Select Nights from November 29 through December 30, 2019: Zoo — Light up the season with Audubon Zoo Lights presented by Children's Hospital New Orleans.
Santa Dives at the Aquarium
December 2019 - Select Days: Aquarium - See Santa and his elves dive at Audubon Aquarium of the Americas.
Audubon Supper Club
December 4, 2019: This exclusive dinner series is set in unique and wild locations at Audubon Nature Institute.
Career Fair
December 16, 2019: Zoo - Audubon is hiring! Join us for our annual Career Fair at Audubon Tea Room located at Audubon Zoo.
Kenya Safari Trip of a Lifetime - Discount Deadline
December 6, 2019: Book a trip to Africa with Audubon Nature Institute.
Jefferson Parish Appreciation Day
December 7, 2019: Residents and Jefferson Parish government employees (regardless of residency) can visit Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium for half the regular ticket price (adult or child).
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Jingle Bugs
December 14, 2019: Insectarium - Jingle Bugs ROCK at Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium!
Second Saturday Community Market
December 14, 2019: Family-friendly event at the Audubon Louisiana Nature Center every second Saturday of the month with local produce for sale, nature hikes, live music, Planetarium shows, and more!
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Zoo Year’s Eve at Audubon Zoo
December 31, 2019: Zoo - Come celebrate the new year at Audubon Zoo with lots of family fun!
Get Yah Praise On
February 2020: Zoo - In celebration of Black History Month, this gospel music experience features local artists.
Kenya Safari Trip of a Lifetime - Final Booking Deadline
March 2, 2020: Last day to book your trip to Africa with Audubon Nature Institute.
Soul Fest
March 2020: Zoo - Soul Fest is one of New Orleans biggest celebrations of African American history.
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Party for the Planet presented by Entergy: Spring into Action
March 28, 2020: Nature Center - Environmental exhibitors from the community engage visitors in environmental awareness, and visitors can learn about family-inclusive volunteer opportunities.
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Asian Pacific American Society Festival
April 2020: Zoo - Audubon and the Asian Pacific American Society will partner to host the Asian Pacific American Heritage Festival.
Zoo-To-Do for Kids
April 24, 2020: Zoo - A premier benefit event at Audubon Zoo for children of all ages. Rain or shine! The Zoo will close at 1:00 p.m. in preparation.
Party for the Planet presented by Entergy: Earth Day Family Service Day
April 18, 2020: Nature Center - A fun way to learn about saving the environment while participating in activities from educators and conservation partners.
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Music Under The Oaks
Spring 2020: Bring your lawn chairs and join us for a special concert series in Audubon Park.
Zoo-To-Do
May 1, 2020: Zoo - A premier benefit event at Audubon Zoo for adults. The Zoo will be closed all day.
Mother’s Day Brunch at Audubon Tea Room
May 10, 2020: Tea Room - Treat Mom to a delectable Mother's Day Brunch at the Audubon Tea Room.
Mother’s Day Celebration at Audubon Zoo
May 10, 2020: Zoo - Second Sunday in May each year. Moms of all ages get complimentary admission into the Zoo on Mother’s Day presented by Children's Hospital and Touro Infirmary.
Party for the Planet presented by Entergy: Endangered Species Day
May 16, 2020: Zoo - Endangered Species Day at the Zoo is a great opportunity for visitors to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species.
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Taylor Family Free Day - May
May 2020: Zoo - Celebrate your great grades during Taylor Family Free Day at the Zoo, Aquarium, and Butterfly Garden and Insectarium!
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Party for the Planet presented by Entergy: World Oceans Day
June 6, 2020: Aquarium - A global day of ocean celebration and collaboration for a better future. This event will feature a Recycling Art Competition!
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Party for the Planet presented by Entergy: Pollination Celebration
June 20, 2020: Butterfly Garden and Insectarium - Join us in an international celebration of the valuable ecosystem services provided by bees, birds, butterflies, bats, and beetles.
ZOObilation
2020: Zoo - Exclusive event for Audubon Members at the Zoo. The Zoo will close at 3:00 p.m. in preparation.
Go 4th on the River
July 4, 2020: Woldenberg Riverfront Park - Enjoy a weekend of discounted admission to the Aquarium and Butterfly Garden and Insectarium, and fireworks on the 4th!
Taylor Family Free Day - July
July 2020: Zoo, Aquarium & Insectarium - Great grades are rewarded with free admission!
Dinner and a ZOOvie
Summer 2020: Zoo - Dinner and a ZOOvie Nights sponsored by Swedish Fish Candy.
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Sip+Dip
Summer 2020: Splash into wild summer fun at the first Sip+Dip at Audubon Cool Zoo. This after-hours event is exclusively for adults 21 and over.
New Orleans Museum Month
August 2020: Insectarium - Audubon Nature Institute members can visit other New Orleans museums free of charge.*
Smithsonian Museum Day
September 2020: Insectarium - The Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day ticket provides free admission for two people to Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium.
Wild Nights and Insect Adventures
Spring 2020: Join Audubon entomologists at Audubon Wilderness Park and Audubon Louisiana Nature Center and learn about the fascinating bugs that inhabit south Louisiana.
Scales & Ales
October 2, 2020: Aquarium - Party your fins off at Audubon Aquarium of the Americas! Scales & Ales is the signature fundraiser event for the Aquarium. Rain or shine! The Aquarium will close at 2:00 p.m. in preparation.
Celebración Latina
October 2020: Zoo - More than a festival; it's a fiesta! Celebrate Hispanic heritage with music, food & fun at Audubon Zoo!
Chocolate-Covered Insect Day
October 2020: Insectarium - Come sample delicious chocolate-covered critters prepared by the executive bug chefs.
Boo at the Zoo
October 2020: Zoo — Three nights of family fun! Audubon Zoo closes at 3:00 p.m. on event days in preparation.
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Bat Appreciation Day
October 2020: Nature Center - Learn about bats with crafts, activities, and presentations.
Crawloween
October 2020: Insectarium - Celebrate Halloween at the Butterfly Garden and Insectarium with treats and close-up encounters with critters.
Special Needs Day
November 2020: Zoo - Special needs visitors of all ages connect with nature!