Cars & Dogs Opening Day

By Austin Johnson | May 8, 2025 |

BIG NEWS! We’re unveiling our summer exhibit… Cats & Dogs!Get ready for an interactive, sensory journey that lets you see the world through the eyes of your favorite furry friends! What to Expect: Discover new scientific insights into pet intelligence. Step into immersive environments designed just for cats & dogs. Play games & engage in sensory experiences to decode…

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May Discovery Activity: Seed Bombs!

By Austin Johnson | May 8, 2025 |

Join Urban Reap this May for DIY seed bombs. Wrap up seeds with compost and soil to spread plants in your garden, so come join this fun activity and take-home craft that keeps on giving. Wednesday through Friday 10 am – 6 pm | Saturday 10 am – 2 pm

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Farmers Market

By Austin Johnson | May 5, 2025 |

Open seasonally from March through June, Da’ Shack has a variety of plants for sale as well as organic fruits and vegetables. Open on Fridays from 2 pm to 6 pm and Saturdays from 9 am to 6 pm.

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Animal Encounters Weekend 3

By Austin Johnson | April 17, 2025 |

Calling all animal lovers! Join us for a weekend of amazing animal encounters. Each weekend will feature interactive experiences such as petting zoos, educational presentations, and even opportunities to meet some exotic animals. Perfect for kids and adults alike, this event is sure to create lasting memories. Don’t forget to grab your safari gear for…

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African Penguin Day

By Austin Johnson | April 15, 2025 |

Join us for African Penguin Day! We have enjoyed our new friends here at the Cameron Park Zoo and want to share more information about them with you! Come along as we have games, crafts, and more in the Penguin Shores celebrating African Penguins. Free with admission.

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Lunch With The Masters: Howard Garrett, The Dirt Doctor

By Austin Johnson | April 14, 2025 |

Join the McLennan County Master Gardeners as Howard Garrett, known as “The Dirt Doctor,” discusses his philosophy that a natural, organic program for gardening works better in every way. (No green thumb required to enjoy this event!) Be sure and bring your lunch to this free educational session that’s open to the public.

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Fossil Friday

By Austin Johnson | April 11, 2025 |

Join the Mayborn every Friday from 10:30 am to noon to watch PhD candidate Dava Butler work on fossil specimens in the paleo lab! Get a close-up look at science in action and ask Butler your burning questions!

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Farmers Market

By Austin Johnson | April 11, 2025 |

Open seasonally from March through June, Da’ Shack has a variety of plants for sale as well as organic fruits and vegetables. Open on Fridays from 2 pm to 6 pm and Saturdays from 9 am to 6 pm.

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