July 16, 2024 – Every July, National Zookeeper Week highlights the hard work, dedication, and passion of zookeepers around the world. These professionals wear many hats, acting as chefs, caretakers, builders, scientists, researchers, conservationists, engineers, architects, and more!
Join us on Saturday, July 20, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo as we celebrate our amazing student zookeepers and their incredible work. Engage in fun activities to see if you have what it takes to be a zookeeper, meet our animal ambassadors, enjoy keeper talks and training demonstrations, and listen to live music. You’ll also have the chance to meet representatives from other zoos and conservation organizations, many of whom are graduates of SF’s Zoo Animal Technology program
Tickets are only available at the gate the day of the event. All credit cards, cash, checks and Apple/Samsung Pay are accepted.
- $10: adults
- $6: children ages 4-12, Seniors (60+), Active Military and Veterans, Teachers, Police, Firefighters, First Responders, EMT/EMS, Healthcare Workers (all with valid ID), UF students and staff with current Gator1 ID
- $3: Electronics Benefits Transfer recipients (up to 4 total tickets with card, any combination of adults/children)
- Free: Children (3 and under), SF Students, Staff, and Retirees (with current SFID), and Zoo Members
Zookeeper Day at the SF Teaching Zoo is funded in part by Visit Gainesville, Alachua County.