Grab Your Crown! It's Princess Day at the John Ball Zoo Today

It's a beautiful day to hit up the John Ball Zoo today and get the whole family out of the house. From 9a-3p today the zoo is hosting it's popular event: Princess Day!

Everyone is invited to dress in costume whether it be in a pretty, pretty princess dress, as a handsome prince, wizard, fairy, or your favorite character. During the event, kids will get to meet and take photos with special guests that will rotate throughout the day.

Cinderella, Aurora, Belle, Ariel, Jasmine, Tiana, Snow White, Elsa, Anna, Merida, Elena, Rapunzel, Moana, Mulan, Raya, and Tinker Bell.

Don't want to miss your favorite princess? This zoo map shows you where they will be stationed meeting guests.

Don't have a costume? No worries! The John Ball Zoo gift shop has everything you need from tiaras to wands, swords and flower headbands.

Princess Day is included with the price of admission. You can save time and purchase your tickets ahead of time here.

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While the zoo is an awesome family day what about something for mom and dad? Adult Night Out returned to the John Ball Zoo last Thursday and they have more nights coming up:

June 24
July 15 and 29
August 12 and 26

Tickets are $18 for members and $20 for non-members. The event is held after the zoo closes. Wine, beer, and food will be available for purchase. You must be 21+ to attend.

You can see all the events the zoo has planned here.

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