Upcoming Events

Fall in Love with Animals Again

Date: January 10th, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm

We have your New Year’s resolution for you at Blue Zoo

A new year is the perfect time to reconnect – with wonder, with curiosity, and with the animals who share our planet.


Join us for Fall in Love with Animals Again, a special January event designed to spark fascination, inspire care, and remind us why animals hold such a special place in our hearts. During this event, guests can enjoy extra animal encounters and special interactions, making each visit feel even more meaningful and magical.
This isn’t just about seeing animals – it’s about feeling connected to them. It’s about slowing down, asking questions, and rediscovering that “wow” feeling when a child locks eyes with a stingray or learns something new about a creature they’ve never met before.


Together, we’ll celebrate the small moments that turn curiosity into compassion and help inspire kinder choices for our planet.💙 Fall in love with animals again💙 Be inspired to care for the Earth they call home💙 Create meaningful, memory-making moments as a family
Come ready to explore, connect, and start the year with a little more wonder. We can’t wait to share this special afternoon with you.

Wish Upon

A Starfish

Date: March 29th, 2026

General Admission: $35 per person
VIP Admission: $85 (includes Event T-Shirt)
Single Event T-Shirts: $25 per shirt
T-Shirt Sizes: Child Small, Child Medium, Child Large

Did you know March 29 is National Mermaid Day?

In honor of the special day, come join us at our event Wish Upon a Starfish! You will have the opportunity to meet and interact with several of our mermaids, play games, take pictures and create amazing memories with your little guppies.

This event is March 29th, 2026 from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.

General Admission tickets are $35 for children (2-12 years old) and $20 for adults. Included:

  • Entry to the Event
  • Pictures with Mermaids
  • Dance Parties
  • Glitter Tattoos
  • All Animal Feeding Stations

We are also offering very limited VIP Admission for $85 per child. Included:

  • Everything from GA
  • Private Mermaid Meet & Greet where your guppy will be crowned an honorary mermaid
  • Swag Bag FULL of Mermaid Fun
  • Exclusive Event Shirt

Get your tickets before it’s too late!

Trick-Or-Treat the Reef

Trick or Treat the Reef at Blue Zoo Spokane

Trick or Treat the Reef is making waves at Blue Zoo Spokane! Bring your little ghouls and goblins for a full day of hands-on Halloween fun under the sea.

Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
Location: Blue Zoo Spokane, inside Northtown Mall


Event Highlights

BYO Pumpkin Contest
Bring your best decorated pumpkin and enter for a chance to win a FREE Annual Pass or Extension. At 3:00 PM, our tortoise Loki will waddle over and pick his favorite pumpkin. Guests can also enjoy a one-of-a-kind pumpkin munching from Loki.

Paws & Claws Spooktacular (1–2 PM)
Our tortoises take center stage for this special Halloween show, presented by Northtown Mall.

Animal Encounters
Touch, feed, and learn about stingrays, reptiles, and more throughout the day.

Costumes Encouraged

Dress up and create unforgettable memories with your family. 

Back to School Bash

Date: August 23rd, 2025
Time: 11:00 am

Dance, Trivia, Prizes, and Mermaid Magic – All in One Day at Blue Zoo

Let’s kick off the school season with a splash at Blue Zoo! Join us for a fun-filled celebration packed with dancing, games, and exclusive activities for the whole family.

Event Highlights:

  • 11:00 – 11:30 AM | Dance Party with Finn the Shark
    Start the day with music and movement as Finn the Shark leads a lively dance party on the main floor. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun.

  • 12:00 PM | Mermaid Trivia Challenge
    A real mermaid will host this family-friendly trivia game. Questions will be simple enough for kids, and everyone who participates will walk away with a small piece of mermaid treasure.

Trivia Prizes:

  • 1st Place – One Free Annual Pass

  • 2nd Place – Free Family Comeback Set

  • 3rd Place – Free Junior Pass + a Goodie Bag

Special Bonus Treat:
For the full two hours of celebration, guests will receive free Texas Roadhouse Kids Meal coupons (while supplies last).

Annual Passholder Exclusives:
Passholders will enjoy bonus activities and crafts, including:

  • Creating your own tiny snow globe

  • Painting paw prints made with real pre-pressed reptile tracks

This is the perfect chance to celebrate the season with dancing, trivia, crafts, and prizes—all included with your Blue Zoo visit. Don’t miss out on the magic!d!

Shark Week

Date: July 20th – 26th
Time: All Day

SHARK WEEK IS MAKING WAVES AT BLUE ZOO SPOKANE – JULY 20–26

It’s the FIN-est time of year! Join us at Blue Zoo Spokane for a full week of shark-tastic fun, ocean-themed crafts, exciting trivia shows, and a BIG birthday celebration for our favorite finned friend, Finn the Shark.

Daily Activities – Happening Every Day:

  • Kick off your visit with Finn the Shark at our Jaws Photo Spot

  • Dive into shark-themed crafts for kids

  • Explore the zoo with our Shark Scavenger Hunt

  • BONUS: Kids wearing a shark shirt receive FREE admission every day

Special Events:

Sunday, July 20

  • Shark Show + Trivia at 5:00 PM

Wednesday, July 23

  • Shark Show + Trivia at 4:00 PM

Friday, July 25

  • Shark Show + Trivia at 5:00 PM

Saturday, July 26 – Finn’s Birthday Party
3–5 PM | Exclusive for Annual Passholders
Celebrate Finn’s big day with:

  • Games and treats

  • Shark-themed photo ops

  • An exclusive Annual Pass Holder craft: Shark Snowglobe

Plus — All Week in the Gift Shop:
Grab a FAHLO shark bracelet and start tracking a real shark in the wild!

📍 Blue Zoo Spokane
🎟️ All activities are included with general admission

Let’s make this year’s Shark Week truly JAW-some!!