Get ready for an unforgettable season of animal encounters, exciting events, and wild fun at Animal Adventure Park and The Preserve! Whether you're looking for a sensory-friendly experience, a chance to dress up like royalty, or an exclusive adults-only evening with some majestic giraffes, there is something for everyone this summer. Let's dive into the exciting lineup of events that await you at Animal Adventure Park and The Preserve!

ADMISSION
If you're not a member, admission to the Park is $16.99 for ages 3-11, $19.99 for ages 12+, $18.99 for ages 65+, and free for ages 3 and under. Admission to the Preserve is $16.99 for ages 3+ and free for ages 3 and under.

Here are some of the special events you can look forward to this summer:

Low Sensory Mornings  🕞 8:30am-10am 📅 Saturday, June 8, 2024 💰 Regular Admission (View Admission Rates) 🕞 8:30am-10am 📅 Saturday, August 3, 2024 💰 Regular Admission  Low Sensory Mornings at Animal Adventure Park offer a calmer environment for those with sensory needs to explore the park at their own pace. The park opens its doors before the weekend rush, allowing families to enjoy the animal encounters and attractions without the usual hustle and bustle. Though these mornings are especially appropriate for children and adults with autism and/or Sensory Processing Disorder, they are open to anyone with any type of need and their families, that feel this environment would be best for visiting.

Capes and Crowns  🕞 10am-1pm 📅 Saturday, June 8, 2024 💰 Regular Admission (View Admission Rates) Dust off your capes, tiaras, and superhero masks, because the park encourages guests to dress up for this exciting themed day. Strike a pose and capture unforgettable memories with free meet-and-greet photo opportunities alongside costumed princesses, playful mascots, and even some heroic guests!  It's a day filled with imagination, adventure, and of course, adorable animal encounters.

Father's Day  🕞 10am-5pm 📅 Sunday, June 16, 2024 💰 Free for dads, Regular admission for accompanying family (View Admission Rates)  Animal Adventure Park and The Preserve are offering dads FREE admission to both locations when they join their families for a fun-filled day. Explore the incredible animals at the park, take a scenic drive-thru safari experience at The Preserve, or do both!

Drafts with Giraffes  🕞 5-8pm 📅 Saturday, June 22, 2024 💰 $50 ($25/designated driver) Guests 21 and over are invited to come sample a fantastic selection of craft beers, ciders, and seltzers from dozens of stations scattered throughout the park, offering a taste of over 40-50 unique beverages. While you sip and savor, enjoy the sights of the animals – the park remains open during the event! Get Tickets!

Park After Dark: Stars and Stripes  🕞 5-8pm 📅 Saturday, July 13, 2024 💰 Regular Admission (View Admission Rates) Enjoy live music by Bradford Allen, grab delicious food and drinks from participating vendors, and soak up the beautiful "golden hour" atmosphere at the park. This event is perfect for all ages, and a portion of all park sales will be donated to tiger conservation organizations.

Yoga with Giraffes  🕞 9-10am 📅 Saturday, July 20, 2024 💰 $30 Jennifer King from Yoga Body Shop will lead an hour long yoga class in the giraffe enclosure at The Preserve. Guests will have the opportunity to feed the giraffes as well as receive a ticket to The Preserve to enjoy the day of or save for another time!

Hero Appreciation Days  🕞 10am-5pm 📅 July 26-28, 2024 💰 Free for police, fire, medics, dispatchers, doctors, nurses, military; Regular admission for others (View Admission Rates) Animal Adventure Park and The Preserve are offering our local heroes FREE admission to both locations. Explore the incredible animals at the park, take a scenic drive-thru safari experience at The Preserve, or do both!

Park After Dark: Rock and Roar  🕞 5-8pm 📅 Saturday, August 10, 2024 💰 Regular Admission (View Admission Rates) Enjoy live music by Kevin Ludwig, grab delicious food and drinks from participating vendors, and soak up the beautiful "golden hour" atmosphere at the park. This event is perfect for all ages, and a portion of all park sales will be donated to lion conservation organizations.

School System Staff Appreciation Days  🕞 10am-5pm 📅  August 24-25, 2024 💰 Free for teachers and school system support staff; Regular admission for others (View Admission Rates) Animal Adventure Park and The Preserve are offering our local teachers and school system support staff members FREE admission to both locations. Explore the incredible animals at the park, take a scenic drive-thru safari experience at The Preserve, or do both!

No matter your age, Animal Adventure Park and The Preserve have a summer event waiting to make your summer memorable. So pack your sunscreen, grab your sense of adventure, and get ready to embark on a wild summer journey! For more information, visit aapevents.com, theanimaladventurepark.com, or theanimaladventurepreserve.com. 

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