JOIN US FOR A DAY OF COMICS, CONSERVAtion and fun!
Celebrate the opening of the new Art on the Wild Side exhibit: Comic Conservation.
Guests are invited to view the new gallery, attend live sketches, meet the artists, create their own art to take home and play some fun games!
Event Details
Date:
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Location:
Phoenix Zoo
Time:
9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Price:
Included with general admission or membership
TODD MCFARLANE RAFFLE
September 4, 2025 – January 25, 2026
The Phoenix Zoo is raffling off a signed limited-edition lithograph created by the one and only, Todd McFarlane.
This exclusive 3.5″ X 5″ lithograph was released in 2005, limited to only 500 copies, each personally hand-signed by Spawn creator, Todd McFarlane. This lithograph was originally inserted into the Spawn Special Limited-Edition Hardcover, making it an exceptionally rare collectible. A sought-after piece of McFarlane history for fans and serious collectors alike.
Todd Mcfarlane is coming to comic conservation!
WILD DRAWINGS:
Join legendary comic book creator Todd McFarlane, creator of Spawn, co-creator of Venom and iconic Spider-Man artist, for an engaging drawing session designed for fans of all ages!
Todd will demonstrate basic drawing techniques, share behind-the-scenes stories and offer inspiration and advice for both budding artists and longtime comic book enthusiasts. Please note: both kids and adults will need tickets for entry.
MEET THE MAKER: (SOLD OUT)
Don’t miss your chance to meet a real-life superhero! Legendary comic book creator Todd McFarlane will be signing autographs at the Phoenix Zoo from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Zoo’s C.W. Modene Neely Education & Event Center during the Comic Conservation event!
Bring along your favorite item (one per person) and get it signed by the artist behind Spawn, Venom and Spider-Man.
ACTIVITIES
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LAKESIDE
Mascots & Characters | Artist Meet & Greet | Sponsor Booths | Crafts | Games & Activities
Create your own comic strip, create your own superhero identity, make your own cape, power through the superhero training camp obstacle course and more!
DOORNBOS DESERT GROVE
Games & Activities | Photo Opportunities
Decode and decipher to solve riddles or take pictures in a photobooth!
LEMUR LANE
Face Painting
NEELY CENTER
Meet the Maker: Todd McFarlane
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Capacity: 120 pre-paid participants – SOLD OUT
DOORNBOS DISCOVERY AMPHITHEATER
Wild Drawings with Todd McFarlane | 10 – 11 a.m.
WILD SIDE ART GALLERY
Comic Conservation Art Exhibit | September 4, 2025 – January 25, 2026
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Plan your visit today!
The Phoenix Zoo is one of the largest non-profit zoos in the U.S., caring for over 3,000 animals, with nearly 400 species represented, including many threatened/endangered species.
Plan your visit today!
The Phoenix Zoo is one of the largest non-profit zoos in the U.S., caring for over 3,000 animals, with nearly 400 species represented, including many threatened/endangered species.
