Dates: More dates coming soon!
Times: 9 – 11 a.m.
Prices:
Members: Adult —$25 / Child — $20
Non-members: Adult — $35 / Child — $30
Age 2 and Under: $0
Intended Audience: Families with children ages 4 – 18, scout / youth groups

Advance purchase required. Wake up with some of your favorite animals in this program that brings a special look into how our animals start the day. Enjoy an exclusive keeper talk, a variety of breakfast treats like pastries and yogurt parfaits, activities, and plenty of fun as we say “good morning” to the Zoo. Subject to change based on the needs of the animals. Parking and general admission is included with your ticket!

Join us for the wildest camps in town! All camp groups will have the opportunity to experience the Zoo’s attractions, including the carousel, seasonal exhibits, exclusive experiences and enjoy up-close encounters with our small animal ambassadors! Learn more.

Prices (Adult ticket required)
Members: Adult —$10 / Child — $7
Non-members: Adult — $20 / Child — $15

Community Science Chat: Bird Nerds  Register Online

January 18 (10 a.m. – Noon)
Recommended for ages 10 and up.

Calling all bird nerds! Join us and learn all about how backyard birders can support native bird populations and conservation efforts! We will hear from experts in our community and meet one of the Zoo’s raptor ambassadors.

Dates: More info coming soon!
Times: 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Prices:
Members: $35
Non- Members: $40
Intended Audience: Kids ages 4 – 5 years old

Little feet, big adventures! This drop-off early childhood program encourages your little one to get outside and explore. Participants will engage in child-led nature exploration activities on Zoo grounds in this rain or shine outdoor program. We will test our gross and fine motor skills, practice observation, learn about interesting animal and plant information, and more! Program for children ages 4 to 5 who can use the restroom without adult assistance.

Webstore notice:  You will need to create a log in to enroll if you do not already have one.

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Dates: Jan. 12, Feb. 9, March 9
Times: Walk: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Prices:
Members: Adult — $10 / Child — $7
Non- Members: Adult — $20 / Child — $15  (Includes general Zoo admission)
Age 2 and Under: $0
Intended Audience: Great for families that need an exclusive, self-paced program with fewer stimuli and additional places for quiet time!

Advance purchase required.

Join Zoo staff and volunteers on a guided sensory-friendly walk to see how your favorite animal ambassadors end their day. Participants will enjoy slower winter afternoons as Zoo staff and docents point out quiet spaces on grounds, provide information on exhibit areas with high sensory input, and share the latest news about our animal ambassadors.

The Zoo is certified Sensory Inclusive by KultureCity and offers FREE accommodations for all guests with sensory issues during regular hours. Sensory Bags are available for families to checkout free of charge the day of their visit.  Learn more here.

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Members: Be sure to click the link for member tickets to receive your discount!

(Members: be sure to click the webstore link for member tickets to receive your discount!)

Dates:  More dates coming soon! (See schedule below)
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Price (per person):
Members $20 adult / $12 child
Non-members $30 adult / $20 child
Children 2 and under are free
Ticket includes parking and Zoo admission.
Tickets must be purchased 24 hours in advance.
Intended Audience: Children ages 2 – 6 and their trusted adults

Join us for this program specifically designed for young minds! Enjoy an early morning learning walk through the Zoo focused on different animals each week, followed by time in the Snow Leopard Cub House presented by PNC. This event includes animal information, free play and other age-appropriate activities. Check in on the Zoo’s front plaza between 8:30 – 8:45 a.m. The fun starts at 8:45 a.m. and lasts until 10:30 a.m. Then, enjoy a day of “choose your adventure” at the Zoo!

Weekly Session Themes
Please note all activities are subject to change based on maintenance, weather and the needs of the animals.

Glacier Walk
Walk, don’t (Glacier) run, to join us this morning as we learn about what makes cold weather animals special.

Camouflage
Ever played hide and seek by accident? Join us in finding and observing the Zoo’s best camouflaged residents as we learn about all the different ways animals can hide.

Forest Friends
So many different animals live in the forests around the world. Join us at the Louisville Zoo to learn more about all the different forest dwellers from rain forests to deciduous forests.

African Safari
Wake up with a roar! Join us as we trek across Africa to learn all about the amazing animals (big and small!) found on the savanna.

Zoo Favorites
Say good morning to your favorite Zoo friends! Join us on an early morning walk guided by the group to learn more about our favorite animal ambassadors.

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This series of videos and activities for preschoolers and toddlers teaches important skills in a new Zoo way to help kids start school ready to learn.

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Conservation AND Conversations

Dates: Final Wednesday of each month
Virtual sessions: Check dates for times. Sessions on Google Meet
Recordings available for registered participants upon request.
In-person sessions: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. ET (location: LFPL Branch Meeting Room unless otherwise notified)
Cost: FREE

Free Online Reservation

Connect with the Zoo as we critically explore a variety of environmental and conservation topics. Each month we will meet and discuss a conservation topic that falls under one of two larger environmental education themes, Global Climate Change and Ecology. Participants will receive background information and further learning resources for each topic and are invited to participate in a series of 60-minute discussions with Zoo educators. Each conversation will provide an overview of the topic, share connections with your Louisville Zoo, and give recommendations for further learning on the topic. Some conversations will focus on in-person book discussion related to the topic and others will feature virtual discussions and include guest experts! Join the conversation as we engage community members of all ages about topics that are affecting the way we live in Louisville and how people live around the globe.

Each session is designed to work with the others to increase participants comfort with and knowledge of conservation and natural science topics. Participants can register once and receive regular emails from the program coordinator updating them on meeting times, giving topic overviews, and providing further learning resources. There is no obligation to attend every meeting and participants can opt out of the email list at any time.

Registered participants will receive the opportunity to guide the conversation by sending in questions in advance, suggesting topics, and will receive access to recordings of the virtual sessions.