Peoria Zoo Camps

Peoria Zoo Camps includes Peoria Zoo Spring Camp 2026 Zoodunit and Camp Zoomanji 2026 sessions for children entering Kindergarten through 8th grade, with sessions offered at different grade levels. The spring camp runs Monday, March 30 through Friday, April 3, 2026, from 9:00am to 2:00 pm and costs $215. Camp Zoomanji sessions run June 15, June 812, June 1518, June 2226, July 610, July 1317, and July 2024, with prices from $145 to $280 depending on the session.

Programs

• Peoria Zoo Spring Camp 2026 – “Zoodunit” — 4th–8th grade (camper’s current grade) · Monday, March 30 – Friday, April 3, 2026, 9:00am – 2:00 pm · $215
• Camp Zoomanji 2026 Session 1 — For Zookids who will be entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade · June 1-5, 9:00am – 3:00pm · $260 · Bring a sack lunch; snack provided. Pizza Party Option Available on 6/4/26
• Camp Zoomanji 2026 Session 2 — For Zookids who will be entering 2nd or 3rd grade · June 8-12, 9:00 am – 2:00pm · $215 · Bring a sack lunch; snack provided
• Camp Zoomanji 2026 Session 3 — For Zookids who will be entering Kindergarten or 1st grade · June 15-18, 9:00 am – 1:00pm · $145 · Snack provided. No Camp on June 19.
• Camp Zoomanji 2026 Session 4 — For Zookids who will be entering 2nd-5th grade · June 22-26, 9:00 am – 4:00pm · $280 · Bring a sack lunch; snack provided. Pizza Party Option Available on 6/25/26
• Camp Zoomanji 2026 Session 5 — For Zookids who will be entering 4th or 5th grade · July 6-10, 9:00 am – 2:00pm · $215 · Bring a sack lunch; snack provided
• Camp Zoomanji 2026 Session 6 — For Zookids who will be entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade · July 13-17, 9:00am – 3:00pm · $260 · Bring a sack lunch; snack provided. Pizza Party Option Available on 7/16/26
• Camp Zoomanji 2026 Session 7 — For Zookids who will be entering Kindergarten or 1st grade · July 20-24, 9:00 am – 1:00pm · $175 · Snack provided

At a glance

• Ages: 4–15 years old
• Price range: $145–$280
• Facility hours: Open Daily 10am-5pm

About the provider

Peoria Zoo states that its mission is to create connections that inspire an appreciation for and encourage actions to conserve the natural world. The mission also says the Peoria Zoo will be recognized as a leader in raising public awareness and commitment to conservation.

Registration through the Peoria Park District is required. Programs will fill quickly and are on a first come, first serve basis. Registration fees are non-refundable, and are required at time of registration. The Zoo reserves the right to cancel programs with insufficient registration. A full refund will be given for programs cancelled due to low attendance. Please do not request to enroll children in other grade categories.

Last updated August 21, 2026.