POWELL, Ohio – Hop, skip or jump over to the Columbus Zoo on March 30 and 31 for Eggs, Paws and Claws presented by Kroger – an annual springtime tradition for Central Ohioans of all ages. As part of the fun, the Zoo will offer “egg-citing” activities for both families and animals from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. each day, including:

• Special photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny: Gather the family and seal a memory in time with the Easter Bunny himself! The Easter Bunny will be posing with friends in the Conservation Courtyard all day (additional fees apply).
• Aqua Bunny: Here comes Peter Cottontail, swimming down the coral trail! Watch as our version of this famous hare takes to the 100,000 gallons of water in Discovery Reef to deliver special springtime treats to his aquatic friends on March 30 and 31 at 1 p.m.
• Bunny Bonanza Meet and Greet: Hop over to the Conservation Courtyard to say “hello” to some of your favorite bunny stars. Stars will rotate every half hour beginning at 9:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., weather permitting. The first group of bunnies includes: Buster Bunny, Little Nutbrown Hare, Miffy, Pat the Bunny and special guests Red and Chuck from “Angry Birds.” The second group includes: Bugs Bunny, Bunnicula, The Energizer Bunny, Mim-Mim and Peter Cottontail.
• Books and Bunnies Story Time: Join our friends from the Columbus Metropolitan Library for story time featuring some of your favorite bunny “tails” at the Conservation Courtyard Lake Overlook each day at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
• Big Bird’s Zooper Bingo Blast, presented by Sesame Street Live! Let’s Party!: Be sure to stop by the Conservation Courtyard Lake Overlook to pick up a special zoo-themed bingo card. Complete your bingo card to enter for a chance to win special prizes including tickets to Sesame Street Live, tickets to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and more!
• Character Rolling Egg Shell-A-Bration, presented by Donatos: Get ready to bust a move as your favorite characters roll through the Zoo during this musical celebration on wheels. This mobile party also features our newest event ambassadors – Eggbert and Shelly! Rolling Egg Shell-A-Brations will take place each day at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m., weather permitting.
• Egg Hunt for our Animals Enrichment: The fun doesn’t stop with Zoo guests! Animal care staff will provide the animals at select habitats with special springtime themed enrichment for the animals to enjoy. The Egg Hunt animal enrichment schedule is as follows:

*schedule is subject to change without notice.

For those who aren’t able to partake in the Eggs, Paws and Claws fun on Friday and Saturday, the Easter Bunny will be sticking around for photos on Sunday, April 1 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. in the Conservation Courtyard and the Aqua Bunny will take another dive on Sunday afternoon at 1 p.m. in Discovery Reef.

Eggs, Paws and Claws offers fun for all ages and most activities are included with the price of admission. For more information, please visit ColumbusZoo.org.

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About the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
Home to more than 10,000 animals representing over 600 species from around the globe, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium leads and inspires by connecting people and wildlife. The Zoo complex is a recreational and education destination that includes the 22-acre Zoombezi Bay water park and 18-hole Safari Golf Course. The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium also operates The Wilds, a 10,000-acre conservation center and safari park located in southeastern Ohio. The Zoo is a regional attraction with global impact; annually contributing $4 million of privately raised funds to support conservation projects worldwide. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Columbus Zoo has earned Charity Navigator’s prestigious 4-star rating.