2026 New Dentist Zoo Day with the ODA

Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. | Columbus Zoo & Aquarium

The ODA Subcouncil on New Dentists invites dentists in practice for 10 years or less, dental residents and dental students to come with their families to this FREE event. This fun-filled day includes lunch and family activities from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. along with full access to the zoo from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

This event is open to both member and nonmember dentists, dental residents and dental students. Please note that tickets are non-transferable and can only be used by new dentists, dental residents, dental students and their families. This event will sell out so please register early!

A tentative schedule for the planned activities is as follows. Please note this is subject to change:

Saturday, July 11, 2026
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

  • Animal Encounters: 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
  • Lunch: 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
  • Face Painting: 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Columbus Zoo & Aquarium
4850 Powell Rd, Powell, OH 43065

2026 New Dentist Zoo Day Registration Form

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  • 1. Please indicate the number of people attending.

  • 2. Please indicate your dental school and year of graduation.

  • 3. Please provide the full name(s) of the dentist(s) attending:

  • 4. Please provided your full contact information for confirmation purposes.