Wizards, magical creatures and real-life animals will take center stage at Dickerson Park Zoo in Springfield on Oct. 10 during Wizards & Fantastic Beasts Day.
The event will feature themed activities from 9 a.m. to noon, according to a community announcement. Visitors are encouraged to dress as their favorite wizard or beast while exploring the zoo and seeing animals including tigers and wolves.
Activities included with regular zoo admission will feature wizard-themed games and crafts. Additional stations throughout the zoo will offer animal fun facts for guests.
The Bush Country Café will offer themed treats available for purchase during the event.
Activities included with admission
Dickerson Park Zoo will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Activities associated with Wizards & Fantastic
Beasts Day are included with daily admission and will be available between 9 a.m. and noon.
According to the announcement, the event is designed to combine themed entertainment with opportunities to learn about zoo animals.
More information is available at dickersonparkzoo.org.
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