Zoo and Louisville Water Company Explore Water
The heat of the summer is the perfect time to make a splash with “Water Wows!” and the Louisville Water Company! Find Out More
Events
Special Events and Activities for Zoo Visitors
Free Fathers on Father’s Day June at the Zoo
Presented by Ford Motor Company
Fathers get FREE Louisville Zoo admission on Father’s Day — Sunday, June 19 — courtesy of Ford Motor Company as part of June at the Zoo presented by Ford Motor Company. Father’s Day will include Zoo keeper talks about fathers in the wild. Find Out More
LOUISIVLLE ZOO’S ANNUAL THROO THE ZOO
The wildest 5K in town will be held Saturday, May 14 at 8 a.m. Runners and walkers will get to see the Zoo wake up during the 23rd annual Throo the Zoo 5K Run/Walk, presented by Norton Audubon Hospital and McDonald’s® Restaurants of Kentuckiana. Proceeds benefit the Louisville Zoo, which is dedicated to its mission of bettering the bond between people and our planet. Find Out More
Louisville Zoo Announces Free Flight Bird Show
Beautiful birds such as an Andean condor, double wattled cassowary, singing parrot, African crowned crane, bateleur eagle and others will make their way to the Louisville Zoo this summer. Starting May 21, these impressive birds will fly, sing and delight Zoo guests in the new “Wings of the World” Bird Show presented by Ford Motor Company. Find Out More
Earth Day Festival
The Louisville Zoo will celebrate Earth Day on Saturday, April 16 with a news conference announcing winners of the 4th annual Trashformation art contest. The day will also feature $8.25 general admission and activities to celebrate sustainability. Patrons can learn more about the Zoo’s conservation efforts and visit dozens of “eco-themed” exhibitors. Find Out More
Party for the Planet: A Month-Long Celebration of the Earth
The Louisville Zoo is throwing its annual bash for the Earth — Party for the Planet: A Month-Long Celebration of the Earth, powered by Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company. Find Out More
Louisville Zoo Egg Hunt
The Louisville Zoo is hosting an egg hunt for children ages 12 and under Saturday, March 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is free with Zoo admission or Louisville Zoo membership. Find Out More
Louisville Zoo Seeks Trashformation Contest Entries and Eco-Partners for Earth Month
he Louisville Zoo invites students in grades pre-K—12 to get involved with the fourth annual Trashformation: A Trash-to-Treasure Art Contest for Students. The annual contest is part of the Zoo’s Party for the Planet: A Month-Long Celebration of the Earth sponsored by Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company in April. Find Out More
Louisville Zoo Reduces Winter General Admission Price and Announces Kroger Wild Winter Days Food Drive with Dare to Care
The Louisville Zoo is proud to team up with Kroger to help Dare to Care again support families in our community with a winter food drive during the Zoo’s Wild Winter Days presented by Kroger Nov. 1 through Feb. 29. Find Out More
The Sweetest Halloween Party in Town is at the Louisville Zoo
On October 2–4, 8–11, 15–18, 22–25 & 29–30, Meijer will present “The World’s Largest Halloween Party!” at the Louisville Zoo where little ones can dress up in their wildest costumes and set off on a magical journey through the Zoo. Find Out More