Green and yellow banner advertising the t-shirt design contest for 2025. Has the date that submissions open (February 1 – March 1, 2025). Also has a black t-shirt that says "your design here" and a picture of last year's winning design.

2025 Summer Camp T-Shirt Contest

Submissions for 2025 have ended! The winner will be contacted by Zoo staff directly.

Thanks to everyone who participated in this year’s contest! See some adorable entries below. Congrats to winner Collins W., age 6!

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Show off your art skills this February during our Summer Camp T-shirt Contest! The Zoo is inviting children ages 5 to 12 to submit t-shirt designs celebrating reptiles or dinosaurs! All designs must be within 12 x 12 inches, use no more than 4 colors and be hand-drawn or digitally created without the use of stock imagery, AI, or associated creative assistance.

Submissions are limited to one submission per person. Submissions will be open from

February 1 – March 1, 2025. The winner will be announced on the Zoo’s social media channels.

First Prize: The winning artwork will be featured on the Summer 2025 Safari Day Camp T-shirt and the winner will receive a free week of 2025 summer camp programming.