Santa Claus is coming to the Akron Zoo!

The holiday tradition continues this December, as visitors are invited to dine with Mr. Claus at the annual Breakfast with Santa and Aniamls event. 

Click here to register for this event.

Tickets for members cost $14 for adults and $21 for children. Non-members tickets cost $20 for adults and $27 for children.

More details in the press release below.

Press Release:

Santa Claus will still be making his annual trek to the Akron Zoo, but visitors can expect more during the holiday tradition at the Akron Zoo. Breakfast with Santa and the Animals will take place December 10, 11, 17 & 18, 2011. The event runs from 9:00 a.m.-11 a.m. Admission to the zoo is free following the event.

The event will now include a brand new full breakfast buffet complete with eggs, pancakes, rolls, sausage, bacon, home fries, fresh fruit, beverages and more. Also new this year people will get to watch the animals receive enrichment “presents” on exhibit during the event. The event also includes a visit with Santa, cookie decorating, live music, a gift bag for each child and an opportunity to feed the zoo’s penguins. Breakfast with Santa and the Animals will take place in the zoo’s Komodo Kingdom. Reservations are required and seating is limited.

Akron Zoo member prices for Breakfast with Santa and the Animals are $14.00 for adults and $21.00 for children. Non-member prices are as follows: $20.00 for adults and $27.00 for children. People can register online at www.akronzoo.org or call (330) 375-2550 ext. 7231.

The Akron Zoo is open 361 days a year. Winter hours are 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. and winter admission is $6 per person. Children under two are free and parking is $2.00. For more information visit www.akronzoo.org or call (330) 375-2550.