Christmas for the Animals is a family tradition at the Alaska Zoo dating back to the 1970’s.

Sunday, December 13th, 2026 from 10am-8pm, with Zoo Lights on from 5-8pm. The Artisans Bazaar will be from 12-6pm in the Gateway Hall.

Bring food donations for zoo animals and stuff the large stockings hung at each habitat. Feel free to bring a sled, cart or bag to take your food donations to the habitats of your favorite zoo animals. Volunteers will make rounds to empty stockings and sort food in the commissary.