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Detroit Zoo Holds Annual Tree Trimming Event

Enjoy holiday cheer at the zoo, with the return of its Holiday Tree Trimming, part of its Wild Winter celebration. Decorated trees will adorn the zoo grounds through Jan. 3, thanks to the help of sponsor businesses and individuals.

The unveiling is 1 pm Nov. 20.

Zoo hours: Nov. 1-March 31, 10 am-4 pm; April 1-Labor Day, 9 am-5 pm, with extended hours on Wednesdays in July and August, until 8 pm; and day after Labor Day until Oct. 31, 10 am-5 pm.

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The Detroit Zoo is open 362 days a year, closed only Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Zoo admission is $11, adults 15-61; $7, ages 2-14; $9, ages 62-up; $9 for active military (with ID); free for members and children 2 and under.

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Parking is $5 per car/van; free for members.

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