New Festival Bringing One Day Of Free Family Fun To This CNY Zoo

Did you miss the other free nights at the Utica Zoo this summer? Don't worry, you still have another chance with this event.

The New York Power Authority is sponsoring a day of FREE family fun at the Utica Zoo and New York Energy Zone. It's all a part of the Wildlife Festival, being held on September 10th from 10AM to 4PM.

Credit - The Utica Zoo via Facebook

Not only can you explore all that the Energy Zone and zoo already have to offer, but there's even more to enjoy at this exclusive event!

Live Music from The Brian Mulkerne Band
Entertainment from Jim Okey Magic Comedy
BJ the Clown
Glitter Tattoos
Mark Tyoe the Champion Chainsaw Sculptor
Naudie the Utica Comets Mascot
Utica Children's Museum's Mobile Museum

You and the family will certainly work up an appetite with all this free fun. Enjoy refreshments from Big Papi's coquito iceys, the Grapevine, and Kookie's Q at Polly's. All food and drinks are not included in the free admission to the zoo.

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There will also be informational booths scattered around the zoo as well. You'll be able to learn more from groups like:

Wolf Mountain Nature Center
Central New York Conservancy
Oneida County Youth Bureau
Oneida County Health Department
Oneida County Stop DWI
New York State Weatherization Directors Association
Oneida-Herkimer Solid Waste Authority

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If you have any questions or would just like to learn more about the Wildlife Festival this year, there is more information available on their website.

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