On June 27 and 28, Zoo d’Amnéville celebrates its 40th anniversary with a festive weekend of discovery, family fun, and a look at what’s next for the zoo.
Starting at 10 a.m., visitors can enjoy activities throughout the zoo, including balloon twisting, a parade, a mascot, candy giveaways, surprise activities, and special enrichment for the animals.
40th Anniversary Weekend Schedule
Mascot and Candy Giveaway
Saturday, June 27, and Sunday, June 28
• 10–11 a.m. at the zoo entrance
Balloon Twisting
Saturday, June 27
• Noon–1 p.m. at the Masai food stand
• 1–2 p.m. at the Canopée food stand
Sunday, June 28
• 10–11 a.m. at the zoo entrance
• 11 a.m.–noon at the Canopée food stand
Anniversary Parade
Saturday, June 27, and Sunday, June 28
• Starts at 1:30 p.m. at the Masai food stand and ends at Jungle Splash
Our team will hand out candy to visitors along the parade route.
40th Anniversary Animal Enrichment
Head to the animals’ habitats to watch the special enrichment activities prepared by our animal care team.
Saturday, June 27
• Brown bears: 10:45 a.m.
• Squirrel monkeys: 11:15 a.m.
• Serval: 1:45 p.m.
• Green tree python: 2:30 p.m.
• Fossa: 3 p.m.
Sunday, June 28
• Spider monkeys: 10:45 a.m.
• Rhinos: 11:15 a.m.
• Sea lions: noon
• Elephants: 1:45 p.m.
• Gorillas: 2:30 p.m., during the presentation
• Orangutans: 3 p.m.
Times may change depending on the animals’ needs and the weather.
Born in 1986? Admission is on us!
Zoo d’Amnéville is turning 40—are you, too?
Guests born in 1986 get free admission on June 27 and 28. Just show a valid ID at the zoo ticket booth.
A Sweet Treat for Our Annual Passholders
To thank our annual pass holders for their loyalty, we’ll treat them to something sweet this anniversary weekend as we celebrate 40 years together.
Pick up a voucher at the ticket counter or turnstiles and redeem it at the Jungle or Masai food stands.
A weekend you won’t want to miss
With festive activities, animal encounters, enrichment activities, and surprises throughout the day, this anniversary weekend is your chance to experience Zoo d’Amnéville in a whole new way.
Join us June 27–28 to celebrate 40 years of Zoo d’Amnéville!
