Happy Zoo Year Guests are invited to ring in the New Year at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. “Party Animals” of all ages invited to celebrate the 12th annual Happy ZOO Year powered by Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Honda Dealers. This New Years bash will take place at the Zoo on Thursday, December 31. Virtual Countdown There will be no on-site countdown or fireworks this year due to COVID safety precautions, but please enjoy the virtual countdown below!! Click here for more information on PNC Festival of Lights