Out-of-this-world themed event coming to Brevard Zoo

Brevard Zoo bears The zoo is hoping to raise $25,000 to cover the cost of diets, enrichment, toys and more for the three bears, Cheyenne, Brody and Betty. (Brevard Zoo)

By Sarah Wilson

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Brevard Zoo is getting inspiration from a galaxy far, far away for an event this weekend.

Going Galactic Weekend will run at the zoo from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. from Jan. 13 to 16.

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During the event, the zoo’s Nyami Nyami River Lodge will be transformed into scenes from space for guests to enjoy.

Guests can take photos with characters throughout the zoo, make special arts and crafts, and enjoy animal enrichment.

All activities are included with regular zoo admission.

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