Hoppy 2nd ANT-iversary to the Audubon Insectarium in New Orleans, LA
Come and celebrate the second anniversary of the Audubon Insectarium with the Hoppy 2nd ANT-iversary to Audubon Insectarium event June 12th and 13th. It’s a wonderful celebration of the newest addition to Audubon’s variety of wildlife-related attractions. The event will be just like celebrating a birthday with party hats, cookies, cake, and a face painter. In addition, those who participate in the event have the chance to win several exciting prizes. Even a balloon artist and his friend Spider-man will be attending this auspicious event!
After your visit to the Insectarium, you won’t want to miss out on the other wonderful Audubon attractions like the amazing Audubon Zoo. This zoo is one of the best zoos in the nation and offers a wide variety of animals for you to see. Asian elephants, white tigers, orangutans, and many other wonderful creatures will be seen as you make your journey through the zoo. It’s a great activity that people of all ages enjoy. The zoo even has several endangered species that the zoo is carefully preserving.
You can’t visit the Audubon Zoo and the Audubon Insectarium and leave New Orleans without also seeing the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas. This aquarium will help you explore the magical underwater world that is home to a huge variety of wildlife creatures and plants. Jellyfish, seahorses, sharks, and more are around every corner at the aquarium. You will love the way the aquarium completes your New Orleans wildlife experience.
Soul Fest Returns to New Orleans’ Audubon Zoo
This March 13 and 14, the Audubon Zoo will be hosting the 7th Annual Soul Fest from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily for a lively look into the culinary culture of the area! Both days, Audubon Zoo visitors can expect authentic soul food, live music, crafts and a wealth of wellness information for a fun and informative day at the zoo. All activities featured during Soul Fest are free with admission to the Audubon Zoo, so be sure to visit and enjoy this cultural look into the dining habits of The Big Easy!
Those interested in visiting New Orleans during Soul Fest can easily compare and book lodging online.
Of course, along with all of the special festivities of Soul Fest, Audubon Zoo visitors will still find the many unique exhibits and zoological attractions featured every day at the zoo. Rare Asian elephants, the Audubon Dinosaur Exhibit, Safari Simulator Ride, Swamp Train and more will all compliment the special activities of Soul Fest for a full day of family fun in New Orleans.
Learn more about the Audubon Zoo and purchase admission online.
Additionally, the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas can further your day of zoological entertainment by providing a unique look into the world of creatures from the sea. A wide variety of animals that inhabit both North and South American waters are featured at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas with highlights including a Caribbean Reef exhibit, 400,000-gallon tank dedicated to the Gulf of Mexico, Mississippi River Gallery and more.
Book admission to the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas online.



