There’s more to explore at the PlayHouse this summer!

Join us and Peoria Zoo for Wild Encounters on the Porch: Second Saturdays, a special monthly program where Zoo educators bring amazing animals and nature lessons to the PlayHouse!

Happening every second Saturday from May through September, a new topic highlights an exciting animal group or environmental theme through up-close animal presentations, fun facts, hands-on activities, and nature-themed crafts where educators from the Peoria Zoo bring the wonders of wildlife to the Peoria PlayHouse! All ages welcome — perfect for curious kids and families.

Meet ambassador animals, make fun projects, and explore the living world around us!

When/Where: Second Saturdays | 11 AM – 12 PM | PlayHouse Porch

Reserve your spot: here.

Schedule:

• May 10 – Songbirds: Learn about bird calls and make your own feathered friend!

• June 14 – Frogs: Discover why frogs are so important to ecosystems.

• July 12 – Monarch Butterflies + Invertebrates: Dive into pollinators and creepy-crawlies!

• August 9 – Turtles: Get the facts on these slow-moving, shell-tastic reptiles.

• September 13 – Bat Boxes: Explore the benefits of bats and how to help them thrive.

Don’t miss this wild collaboration between the Zoo and the PlayHouse!