Volunteering for Special Events

Lots of things, including help with supervising treat stations, games and activities, handing out prizes, serving as the EggStravaganZoo Bunny or other costume mascots, and more.

Just about anyone! Kids must be at least 8 years old to volunteer with an adult or other authorized chaperone. Kids can volunteer without a chaperone starting at the age of 15. (Adults must sign a waiver authorizing all children to volunteer.)

Yes, all event volunteers – both minors and adults! – need to have a completed Event Volunteer Waiver signed by a guardian. These forms must be brought to the Zoo and turned in upon check-in. The zoo will have blank copies available in case you forget a form, or in case you do not have access to a printer.

On Saturday, April 4th, 2026.  Volunteers must commit to be here for a full Volunteer Shift, and different shifts are available depending on the opportunity.

Please note that you should dress for the weather – EggStravaganZoo takes place outdoors in all weather conditions – so keep that in mind as you dress. The event goes on RAIN OR SHINE; you are welcome to bring umbrellas and rain gear when the weather calls for them. Consider dressing in layers as it’s often chilly in the morning before the sun warms things up. We encourage you to wear “spring-themed” accessories and colors as much as possible – such as bunny ear headbands!

Several things! For starters: you get to have a lot of fun! Many of our volunteers tell us their favorite part of the event is seeing all the children having fun – and we have to agree, it’s an awesome experience to see zoo visitors having a good time, and knowing that you are a part of it. Secondly, all volunteers who request it will be given a proof-of-service, to turn in for verification of your service hours, whether you need the proof for school, church, or other things like job applications. Whatever your reason, you’ll have a signed form upon request. Finally,  volunteer will also receive a free beverage and a snack item, like a bag or pretzels or popcorn, plus a FREE ticket to visit the NEW Zoo or enjoy the Canopy Tour anytime in the next year.  These “Volunteer Vouchers” will be valid for regular zoo admission to the zoo on any day, but not for other special events that require event tickets (like Zoo Boo and EggStravaganZoo).  Each volunteer (adults and children) will receive one Volunteer Voucher per day of assisting at the event.

When you register for a volunteer shift, you will get an automatic email that will have a link to a website that contains detailed instructions about where to go and what to expect when volunteering. About two days before your volunteer shift(s), you will receive another email reminder with a link to the same page, which will be updated with a PDF version of the Volunteer Schedule. Please note that volunteer assignments may be changed by the Volunteer Coordinator in the case of not enough volunteer coverage, or due to no-shows on the day of the event. The Volunteer Coordinator strives to keep volunteers at your original registered positions, but we appreciate your understanding and willingness to be flexible, in order to help us hold a successful event.