petting zoo
noun
: a collection of farm animals or gentle exotic animals for children to pet and feed
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Attendees aged 12 and younger can enjoy a petting zoo, egg hunt, and crafts.
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Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
There will be age-specific egg hunts, a petting zoo, photos with the Easter bunny and other treats and activities for adults and children of all ages.
—Tom Kilgore, Austin American Statesman, 4 Mar. 2026
The free, family-friend event will feature live performances, a petting zoo, food trucks and more.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
The event will include a carnival with a live DJ, axe throwing, petting zoo and more.
—Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 12 Feb. 2026
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Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
There will be age-specific egg hunts, a petting zoo, photos with the Easter bunny and other treats and activities for adults and children of all ages.
—Tom Kilgore, Austin American Statesman, 4 Mar. 2026
The free, family-friend event will feature live performances, a petting zoo, food trucks and more.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
The event will include a carnival with a live DJ, axe throwing, petting zoo and more.
—Jessica Tzikas, Sun Sentinel, 12 Feb. 2026
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“Petting zoo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/petting%20zoo. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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