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It’s no April Fool’s Day prank. The Houston Zoo is turning April into “Ape”ril at the Houston Zoo and celebrating apes all month long.

During “Ape”ril the Houston Zoo will be featuring chimpanzees, orangutans, and siamangs, three of the world’s ape species, which can also be seen at the Zoo, with entertaining and educational activities including an ape themed Zoobilee, the Zoo’s annual Member-only event, an ape Spotlight on Species, ape themed events during Waste Management Earth Day at the Houston Zoo, and a Wild Wink Overnight at Tommy’s Tree House in the newest addition to the Zoo, The African Forest. “Ape”ril at the Houston Zoo also includes a special ape giveaway for each child who visits the Zoo this month. Giveaway begins April 2. Limit one per child while supplies last. Item distributed upon exit. For more information about ‘Ape’ril at the Houston Zoo, CLICK HERE

“Ape”ril Calendar of Events

Thursday and Friday, April 7 and 8 – Zoobilee 5 pm – 8 pm

Zoobilee is where Members come out to play! This year, the annual Members-only event will feature apes!
Open to Zoo Members only

Saturday, April 9 – Wild Wink Overnight in Tommy’s Tree house 6 pm – 9 am

Spend the night at the Zoo for a unique, after-hours experience which includes interactive activities, touchable animals, pizza dinner, continental breakfast, and free admission to the Zoo on the second day!
Price is $50 per person

Saturday and Sunday, April 16 and 17 – Waste Management Earth Day 9 am – 3 pm

It’s a Party for the Planet and you’re invited! This year’s Earth Day event will also feature apes. Activities will include an Endangered Species Scavenger Hunt and Pin the Tail on the Monkey.
This event is included in your regular Zoo admission

Saturday, April 30 – Spotlight on Species 9 am – 3 pm

The Houston Zoo’s Keepers will put the spotlight on apes, with activities, education, and fundraising for ape conservation

DISH will see you there! Especially for the sleep out and Earth Day!!