Homeschool at the Zoo

Maryland homeschool groups (age 5 through grade 12) are eligible to participate in the grant-funded Free Field Trip Program.

Students are admitted free on field trips from September 3, 2024 through February 24, 2025. A maximum of 15 homeschool groups may visit on any single date. Homeschools may visit on a field trip up to 3 times per academic year. Outside of those dates, groups of 20 or more are eligible to visit with discounted admission rates through Group Reservations.

Please view the field trip calendar for available dates or you can buy individual tickets.

Reserve a Homeschool Field Trip


Additional Offerings

  • Enhance your visit further by booking a class or guided tour! (Additional fees apply.)
  • Gather fellow homeschool families to enjoy an in-depth ZOOlab class or a Zoo Introduction program. ZOOlabs can accommodate up to 25 participants and are best for groups with students of the same or very close ages.
  • Does your homeschool group contain a wide range of ages? Guided Tours can accommodate up to 15 participants, from children to adults!
  • PLUS, keep an eye out for more Zoo fun on our Educational Events page!