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Petting zoo & animal events in the DC area

Browse petting zoos, pony rides, farm-animal days, and mobile-zoo visits in the DC area.

We reviewed 6,000+ Washington-area events to pick the single best event in the DC area between September 3 and September 9. Updated daily.

Our best picks: petting zoos & animal encounters in the DC area — September 3–9

THURSDAY
3
SEPTEMBER

Ask a Naturalist

11 AM – 12 PM·Meadowside Nature Center · Rockville

Touch artifacts, ask questions, and learn more about your favorite animal ambassadors from the Naturalists who care for them! No registration required.

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