Orangutan, named Kiko, at the National Zoo (Photo: National Zoo/Jessie Cohen)
This ticket includes VIP Pavilion access from 10 to 11 a.m.
It’s going to be a swinging good time at the Breakfast at the Zoo! Join us as we feature the National Zoo’s primates—gorillas, orangutans, and gibbons—at this much-anticipated annual event.
Smithsonian Associates’ members experience the sights and sounds of the National Zoo before it opens to the public. After enjoying a breakfast buffet, we will be swinging to the music of Hot Club of DC, a gypsy jazz and swing band, on Lion and Tiger Hill. During the event, zoo keepers offer an up-close look into some of the animal houses. Also, a kids’ activity corner allows kids to have a hands-on zoo-related crafting experience.
For Resident Advocates and above: As part of your membership benefits, covered seating, an upgraded breakfast buffet, and other activities will be available in the VIP Pavilion. Space is limited and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis within three time slots: 8 to 9 a.m.; 9 to 10 a.m.; or 10 to 11 a.m.
Please note: This special event is open only to Smithsonian Associates members, Smithsonian staff, and their guests.
General Information
- Pricing: Members, Smithsonian staff, and guests: $25 per person; children 10 and under $15; children age 4 and under admitted free.
- Registration closes Wed., Sept. 14 at 5 p.m.
- Tickets are not available at the event.
- Seating: When not seated at the VIP Pavilion, guests are welcome to bring their own blankets and folding chairs to use on Lion and Tiger Hill.
- Parking: Use vehicle entrance in the 3000 block of Connecticut Ave NW. Lots D and E are closest to Lion and Tiger Hill. Please note there is a parking fee.
- Pedestrians: Take the Red line to the Cleveland Park or Woodley Park/Zoo Metrorail stop. Enter the zoo in the 3000 block of Connecticut Ave NW.
