11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Not a nocturnal animal? Can't wait up until midnight to welcome the New Year? No worries!
We invite you to partake in a delightful family-friendly New Year's Eve countdown to noon at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium! This celebration is specially designed for families to welcome the new year well-before the clock strikes midnight.
Guests will be admitted to the Lakeside Theater beginning at 11:00am to prepare for the countdown. The rest of the Zoo will open at noon after the countdown concludes.
Gather at Lakeside Pavilion and Theater!
- Meet your favorite Zoo Character Ambassadors.
- Enjoy music and activities.
- Create your New Year's Re-Zoo-lution.
- The highlight of this gathering is the unique New Year's Eve noon countdown!
The Columbus Zoo's New Year's Eve celebration is included with paid Zoo admission or membership.