Friday, April 7            9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, April 8        9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is ready to kick off the spring season with some EGG-streme fun as we welcome back this EGGS, PAWS AND CLAWS presented by Kroger.  Be sure to hop on over with your family and friends for this two-day event that will feature photos with the Easter Bunny, Eggbert and Shelley’s Rolling Shell-ebration, the Egg-Splore-N-Find, and more!

EGG-SPLORE-N-FIND
Join in on this Egg-stra special activity presented by your favorite Zoo Character Ambassadors. In this twist on our traditional Seek-n-Find activity guests will locate the 8 hidden eggs around the Zoo and collect the corresponding sticker for each egg you find. Once all the eggs are located, stop by the Event Information tent in Entry Village to receive your "hen"-tastic prizes.

PHOTOS WITH THE BUNNY
The Easter Bunny has arrived and he’s EGG-cited to return to the Zoo! Be sure to hop on over to My House in Habitat Hollow during your visit for a unique photo experience with the Bunny himself.
Location: Character Cottage at Habitat Hollow
Time: 9:15am - 5:00pm 
*Advanced reservations recommended but not required, guests will still have the ability to enter a stand-by line*

Bunny Photo Reservation

EGG AMBASSADOR MEET AND GREETS
A visit to Eggs, Paws and Claws isn't complete without saying "Hi" to the happy hosts of this event. Located outside of Lakeside Pavilion, Eggbert, Shelley, Yolko and Oh-No will leave you feeling sunny-side up!
Location: In front of Lakeside Pavilion
Times:   9:00am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 3:30pm
*Attraction will be moved inside Lakeside Pavilion in the case of inclement weather*

CHARACTER AMBASSADOR MEET AND GREETS
The Zoo’s Character Ambassadors will be out and about to celebrate spring.  Be sure to stop by and say hello to get a memorable photo with your pals!
Location: In front of Lakeside Pavilion
Times:   9:00am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm, 3:30pm
*Attraction will be moved inside Lakeside Pavilion in the case of inclement weather*

EGGBERT & SHELLEY’S ROLLING SHELL-EBRATION
This musical adventure follows Eggbert, Shelly, Yolko and Oh-No as they roll their way through the Zoo on the Character Express! This activity will surely “crack” you up!
Times: 10:00 am, 11:30 am, 1:00 pm, 2:30 pm, 4:15 pm
*Times are weather dependent and subject to change without notice*