Zoo-To-Do For Kids - New Orleans, LA - Audubon Nature Institute

Twirl into Zoo-To-Do for Kids

Join us for a fun-filled evening at the 37th annual Zoo-To-Do for Kids presented by Manning Family Children’s, featuring arcade games, giant inflatables, live entertainment, and more, while celebrating the return of the Gottesman Family Endangered Species Carousel to Audubon Zoo and supporting wildlife conservation.

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Event Highlights

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Endless Family Fun

From arcade games and giant inflatables to arts and crafts stations, there's something for every child to enjoy.

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Live Entertainment

Dance and sing along to live entertainment throughout the evening, and create memories to last a lifetime.

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Creative Crafting

With everything from painting to DIY projects, kids can unleash make masterpieces to take home and treasure.

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For Conservation

Your ticket helps protect wildlife and support Audubon’s conservation mission, both locally and around the world.

Tickets

Choose your experience for Zoo-To-Do for Kids.

General Admission Tickets

Includes access to the Zoo grounds during event hours.

Pricing

GENERAL ADMISSION (6-9 PM):

$35 Non-Member
$30 Member

EARLY ADMISSION (5-9 PM):

$50 Non-Member
$45 Member

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Sponsor & Patron Experience

An elevated way to experience Zoo-To-Do for Kids with early access, private lounges, and premium viewing while making a deeper impact.

Access Begins at 5:00 PM

Highlights

Early access beginning at 5:00 PM
Access to private, air-conditioned lounges and patio areas
Prime views of the Main Stage from the Patron Lounge

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Enhance Your Evening

Elevate your Zoo-To-Do for Kids experience with exclusive opportunities available before and during the event.

Luxury Vehicle Raffle

Enter to win a 2026 LEXUS NX 350 generously donated by LEXUS of New Orleans.

Tickets: $100 each
Only 1,250 entries will be sold! Winner need not be present to win.

The winning ticket will be drawn at Hancock Whitney Zoo-To-Do on Friday, May 1st, 2026.

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