Select Wednesdays, June – August | 6 – 8 p.m.

On select Wednesdays this summer the zoo stays open until 8 p.m. Enjoy full access to habitats as the day cools off, catch live music in the picnic grove from 6 to 7:30 p.m., grab a bite, ride the carousel and run wild through the new Fred and Barbara Erb Discovery Trails.

Whether you stay for the music or a peaceful evening walk, this is your chance to make the most of Michigan summer nights — all included with your admission (and completely free for Zoo members).

June 3, 2026
Fairytale Entertainment (Kids DJ)

June 10, 2026
Steve Somers Band(goes to new website) (Blues)

June 24, 2026
Olivia Van Goor(goes to new website) (Jazz)

July 1, 2026
Enchanted Princess Party(goes to new website) (Kids/Pop)

July 8, 2026
The Fox & the Fiddle(goes to new website) (Folk)

July 15, 2026
Hot Sun Trio (Latin)

July 22, 2026
Stereobabe(goes to new website) (Punk Rock)

July 29, 2026
Bernadette Kathryn and the Lonely Days Band(goes to new website) (Country)

August 5, 2026
Your Generation in Concert(goes to new website) (Pop/Rock)

Aug. 12, 2026
Rock N Soul(goes to new website) (Motown)

Aug. 19, 2026
Randy Brock Group(goes to new website) (Classic Rock)

Aug. 26, 2026
Macomb Symphony Orchestra(goes to new website) (Orchestra)

Wild Summer Nights take place rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, performances may be adjusted — check the Detroit Zoo’s social channels before you head out.

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