ALBANY ZOO FIELD GUIDE
Animal Thanksgiving: Chehaw Park’s Seasonal Feast for the Zoo’s Residents
A short, family-friendly program at Chehaw in Albany where zookeepers present seasonal meals and talk through animal care—this guide explains what to expect and how the event fits into a regular zoo visit.
Animal Thanksgiving: Chehaw Park’s Seasonal Feast for the Zoo’s Residents.
At Chehaw Park in Albany, Georgia, Animal Thanksgiving gathers visitors to watch zookeepers deliver seasonal treats and learn about the animals’ diets and care. The event is presented as a festive, educational moment within the zoo experience—open to guests as part of regular admission and offered as a member benefit.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Zookeepers Deliver Seasonal Meals
Watch keepers feed the zoo’s residents special, seasonally themed treats while explaining the nutritional and behavioral considerations behind each selection.
Behind-the-Scenes Animal Care
The presentations emphasize how staff care for animals year-round—covering diet, enrichment, and husbandry—so visitors can learn what goes into keeping wildlife healthy in human care.
Included With Zoo Admission
Animal Thanksgiving is part of the Chehaw visitor experience: the program is included with zoo admission and is free for members.
What the day feels like
What the Visit Feels Like
The program unfolds as a series of keeper-led feeding moments and interpretive talks across the zoo: short, focused demonstrations that invite families and curious visitors to gather, watch animals partake of seasonal foods, and hear the practical reasons behind those choices.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who benefits most from this program—and who should plan accordingly.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The program is scheduled for November 21 as a seasonal Animal Thanksgiving event at Chehaw Park in Albany.
Animal Thanksgiving is included with regular zoo admission; members attend free as part of their membership benefits.
Operated by Chehaw Park at the zoo in Albany, Georgia, United States.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When is Animal Thanksgiving held?
The event is scheduled for November 21 as a seasonal program.
Is the event included with zoo admission?
Yes. Animal Thanksgiving is included with regular zoo admission and is free for members.
Who runs Animal Thanksgiving?
The program is presented by Chehaw Park at the zoo in Albany, Georgia.
Is this suitable for children?
Yes. The event is described as appropriate for all ages.
What will I see at the event?
Visitors watch zookeepers feed seasonal treats to animals and learn about the animals’ care and nutrition.
Do members get free entry?
Yes. Members attend the event free as part of membership benefits.