Fraternal groups include two Masonic lodges and the Zebulon Shrine Club. A 4-H Club, Cub Scouts, Brownie Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Girl Scouts are provided for young people. These organizations contribute to Zebulon's sense of pride through fund-raising, parades, and special events. Police protection is provided by full-time, trained officers. The Zebulon Volunteer Fire Department and the Zebulon Rural District Volunteer Fire Department maintain all equipment at a single location in Zebulon.
Mutual support is provided to insure maximum fire protection.
The town of Zebulon has had a Council-Manager form of government since 1975. The Zebulon Town Board consists of a Mayor and five commissioners. Elections are held at two-year intervals in November of odd years. Elections are nonpartisan and all officials are elected to four-year terms. The board sets town policies, enacts ordinances and appoints the Town Manager.