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Event Series: Meet Me At The Zoo

Storybook Character Day (2025)

May 17, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Meet me at the Zoo - Storybook Character Day - May 17, 2025 presented by Norton Children's. Featuring photo of girl and Clifford the big red dog.

Saturday, May 17
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Free with Zoo admission or membership

Imagination comes to life as kids (and kids-at-heart) meet some of their favorite storybook characters throughout the Zoo. Character meet and greets are FREE with Zoo admission or your Louisville Zoo Membership.

Characters will rotate every 30 minutes at spots throughout the Zoo. Check signs on the day of your visit for specific character locations.

Characters appearing:

  • Curious George
  • Pete the Cat
  • Clifford the Big Red Dog
  • Paddington Bear
  • Llama Llama
  • Berenstain Bears (Brother and Sister Bear)

Photo of mother, child and Curious George at the Zoo in 2024

We’re fully booked with friends including Curious George, Clifford the Big Red Dog, Pete the Cat, the Berenstain Bears (Brother and Sister Bear), Llama Llama and Paddington Bear!  Join us as your favorite characters hop straight off the page and right to your Zoo!

 

 

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