Breakfast With Curators
Animal Care and Research staff invite members and their families to join us for breakfast at the Smithsonian's National Zoo!
A total of six guests are welcome to enjoy breakfast, participate in children's activities and learn about conversation with our leading Animal Care and Research professionals.
This event is available to Benefactor Circle ($1,000) members and up.
- Reservations are required for all event participants, including members and their guests.
- All attendees in your reservation should arrive in a single group for the event.
- Each reservation may include up to 6 total attendees.
- You must RSVP by Tuesday, May 5, in order to attend.
Questions about the event? Looking to upgrade your existing membership to participate? Email ZooMembership@si.edu or call 202-633-2922.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. If you’re planning to park at the Zoo, you should reserve your Parking Pass ahead of your visit. Day-of parking passes can be purchased on-site for $40 while space is available. Parking Passes are non-refundable and exchanges are subject to availability.
Member parking benefits may be used for this event. Benefits must be used in advance online, they cannot be redeemed on-site.
No. Members can walk through the Zoo’s pedestrian entrances without reserving Entry Passes. Simply present your membership card on your phone or provide a copy printed from home.
Please note:
- Your membership allows up to six people (including named cardholders and regardless of age) to enter without reserving a pass.
- You must provide a valid ID that matches the name of the cardholder to access membership benefits.
Please call our team at 202-633-2922 to upgrade your membership.
You are welcome to reserve space for up to 6 total individuals, including yourself. All event participants, children and adults, must be registered in advance.