Camps, Classes & Overnights

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Ed-zoo-cational experiences for kids of all ages!

Nashville Zoo is proud to offer award-winning camps, classes and group programs to connect our community with nature.

We are currently offering several virtual program options! Learn more here.


 

School Services

School Group Trips
Homeschool Days
Parent/Teacher Resources
Student Resources

Outreach

Wildlife on Wheels
Nashville Zoo Stars

 
 

Programs:

Nashville Zoo Youth Programs

Youth

Zoo Tots

Nashville Zoo Camps

Camps

Summer
Zooperheroes
Veterinary
Fall Break
Spring Break

Nashville Zoo Boy Scout Girl Scout Campouts

Scouts

Night Owls
Saturday Scouts

Nashville Zoo Animal Photography Classes

Photography

Private Lessons

Fun Day Camps

Summer Camps

Campers in grades K-12 can join us for day camps full of Zoo favorites and new adventures. 2025 Summer Camp information is now live!

Learn more

 

School Break Camps

These exciting camps coincide with Metro Nashville's fall and spring breaks.

See Current Offerings

Seasonal Camps

No seasonal camps are available at this time.

Schools out, camp is in! Safari Day Camp is a new day camp opportunity for campers in grades K-4.

These exciting camps coincide with school breaks.

See Current Offerings

Unique Classes

ZooTots 6-week class series for you and your tot

Each week you will make friends with nature through play experiences, art, songs, special animal friends and more.

Sign up your tot!

Learn more

 

Homeschool Days Seasonal classes connect students to nature

Each of these engaging classes features live animal presentations and hands-on activities designed to meet the needs of specific age groups.

Learn more

 

Photography 2-4 hour private photography lessons

Learn how to capture amazing animal photos with Zoo photographer Amiee Stubbs.

We are currently not booking photography classes due to the pandemic.

Book a lesson

Group Programs

Scout Workshops Daytime programs designed just for scouts

These programs meet several badge and adventure requirements for BSA Scouts, Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts and American Heritage Girls.

Book one for your troop!

 

Night Owls An overnight adventure for groups of all types

Experience Nashville Zoo after dark for a WILD adventure featuring ed-zoocational activities, games, crafts and more.

Choose your snooze