| + Boo at the Zoo Overnight |
| Put on your costumes and flock to the Zoo for a spook-tacular group overnight! Meet creepy crawly animal friends, take two escorted behind-the-scenes tours, and spend an hour enjoying Boo at the Zoo (fee-based rides and attractions not included). Afterwards, grab a light snack and discover what creatures still lurk after dark during a night hike through the Zoo. For those who brave the overnight adventure, a continental breakfast and creepy creature encounter will await the next morning before your "mob" heads out to explore the Zoo for the day. |
Ages: 6 and up
Group Size: minimum 25, maximum 50
Dates*: October 15, 16, 17, 25 and 26
Time: 6:45pm until 9:00am the next day
Cost: $48 per person |
* Dates are limited, so register early.
If the Zoo cancels an event due to weather, overnights will be rescheduled or the deposit refunded. |
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| + Lights Before Christmas Overnight |
| Celebrate the season with a new holiday tradition, a group sleepover at the Zoo! Meet animal friends up-close and learn about their special winter adaptations. Take a peek behind-the-scenes and be dazzled by the holiday lights. Wrap up your festive evening with a light snack and night hike through the Zoo. The next morning, wake up to the call of the siamangs, enjoy a continental breakfast, meet an animal friend, and then enjoy the rest of the day exploring the Zoo. |
Ages: 6 and up
Group Size: minimum 25, maximum of 50
Dates*: November 20 - 23, November 28 - December 2, December 5 - 11
Time: 6:45pm until 9:00am the next day
Cost: $48 per person |
* Dates are limited, so register early.
If the Zoo cancels an event due to weather, overnights will be rescheduled or the deposit refunded. |
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| + Night Howls |
| Looking for a nocturnal adventure without the sleepover? The all-new Night Howls is the perfect compromise for your pack! Meet education animals up close, take a look at some out-of-sight places with zookeepers and snack on some s'mores. Finally, discover what animals are sleeping and which ones are awake with a fascinating night hike. |
Ages: 6 and up
Group Size: minimum 15, maximum 50
Dates*: Call for availability.
Time: 6:30pm until 10:30pm
Cost: $30 per person |
* Dates are limited, so register early.
If the Zoo cancels an event due to weather, overnights will be rescheduled or the deposit refunded. |
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For more information and to register, call 803.978.1113. |
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Interested in learning more about the Riverbanks overnight program? We’ve tried our best to answer some of the most frequently asked questions below, and we look forward to providing a fun, memorable experience for you! |
Click here to view an overnight schedule. (*requires Adobe Reader.) |
Click here for a description of Overnight program offerings. (*requires Adobe Reader.) |
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Yes, we will accommodate any request for separate sleeping quarters. |
Participants sleep on the floor in our 3-D auditorium or education classrooms. Air mattresses are allowed and recommended for adults only due to space limitations. Sleeping mats are available for participants if desired. Bathrooms are located within the education complex; however, showers are NOT available. |
All participants must be at least six years old. Younger siblings are not permitted. |
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Dinner is not provided, but your group will be served a light snack in the evening and a continental breakfast with juice and coffee. Please plan on eating dinner prior to the start of your program. |
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Please bring the following items…
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Signed Consent Form for all participants (*requires Adobe Reader.) |
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sleeping bag and pillow |
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toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, etc) |
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sneakers or good walking shoes |
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water bottle |
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appropriate outer wear (i.e. rain coat, jacket, etc) |
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flashlights (adults only) |
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While the gift shop will NOT be open during the program, we do have cool “I SURVIVED THE NIGHT AT RIVERBANKS ZOO” glow-in-the dark T-shirts for sale ($15 each). Scout groups, we also offer the Riverbanks Wildlife patch for completion of the program at $3 each. You may purchase the shirts or the patches once you receive your confirmation packet. |
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Remember that the cost per participant (adults included) is $42. Upon registering, each group will be charged a $84 deposit fee, which is due one month from the day that you schedule your overnight with us. Your deposit will be deducted from your TOTAL amount due once the program has taken place. The remaining program fees will be billed after the overnight has taken place. |
Yes! (Effective for groups that register after February 1, 2010)
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Register for a Sunday through Wednesday night (October – May) and pay only $38 per person. Must pay for a minimum of 25 participants. |
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Register for any day June – September and pay only $38 per person. Must pay for a minimum of 25 participants. |
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Group coordinators will receive free admission to their overnight! (Limited to 1 free adult per overnight) |
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The group minimum is 25 (effective January 1, 2010) and the maximum is 50 total participants (adults included). If you do not have 25 total people, you will be required to pay for at least 25. If you arrive with more than 50, your Overnight program will be cancelled on arrival and your deposit will not be returned. If you anticipate more than 50 participants, we may be able to do two separate overnight programs on the same night if available or schedule an additional date. However, groups may not see the same animals or after hour tours. To book an additional overnight for groups of more than 50, you must notify us no later than 2 weeks in advance of the original overnight date. An additional $84 deposit will be due upon registration. |
Register today! For more information, please contact Roni Reeves at 803.779.8717x1113.
Hurry - Dates fill up fast! |
