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May 2021
Armed Forces Day (2021)
To honor those who are serving our country in military service, the Louisville Zoo is offering active military and their dependents FREE general admission on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 15, 2021. Those wishing to participate must simply have proof of military service (including but not limited to: U.S Uniformed Services ID Card, U.S. Uniformed Services Retired ID Card, current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), veterans organization card (i.e., American Legion, VFW), photograph of yourself in uniform, wearing uniform, DD214 and citation…
Find out more »Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
March 19 - May 30, 2021; Wednesday - Sunday The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. In Partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture Glow wild! Back by popular demand, Wild Lights sponsored by T-Mobile is returning to illuminate the Louisville Zoo! See the Zoo in a whole new light as you enjoy one of the largest lantern festivals in the nation featuring thousands of handcrafted silk-covered lanterns aglow with more than 50,000 LED light bulbs. This year, experience more than 70…
Find out more »Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
March 19 - May 30, 2021; Wednesday - Sunday The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. In Partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture Glow wild! Back by popular demand, Wild Lights sponsored by T-Mobile is returning to illuminate the Louisville Zoo! See the Zoo in a whole new light as you enjoy one of the largest lantern festivals in the nation featuring thousands of handcrafted silk-covered lanterns aglow with more than 50,000 LED light bulbs. This year, experience more than 70…
Find out more »Conservation and Conversations – “Love, Life, and Elephants” by Daphne Sheldrick
A virtual event. Cost: $10 per device.
Have you ever hand-raised an orphaned elephant? Daphne Sheldrick has! Join us in reading her memoir, “Love, Life, and Elephants” and explore the extraordinary life of this dedicated conservationist. Sheldrick and the Nairobi National Park have fascinating stories to tell and differing perspectives to share. Our book discussion is designed for adults only — but the reading guide included in the program cost will offer media suggestions and discussion questions suitable for children.
Find out more »Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
March 19 - May 30, 2021; Wednesday - Sunday The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. In Partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture Glow wild! Back by popular demand, Wild Lights sponsored by T-Mobile is returning to illuminate the Louisville Zoo! See the Zoo in a whole new light as you enjoy one of the largest lantern festivals in the nation featuring thousands of handcrafted silk-covered lanterns aglow with more than 50,000 LED light bulbs. This year, experience more than 70…
Find out more »Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
March 19 - May 30, 2021; Wednesday - Sunday The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. In Partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture Glow wild! Back by popular demand, Wild Lights sponsored by T-Mobile is returning to illuminate the Louisville Zoo! See the Zoo in a whole new light as you enjoy one of the largest lantern festivals in the nation featuring thousands of handcrafted silk-covered lanterns aglow with more than 50,000 LED light bulbs. This year, experience more than 70…
Find out more »Storytellers: Endangered Species Day (Virtual Event)
Join us on the Zoo’s Facebook page for live performances of the children’s books Not Quite NARWHAL, Giraffes Can’t Dance and The Secret Rhino Society by StageOne Family Theatre. You will also see special guests’ Marcus and Annie from the Zoo’s children’s book, The Truth About Zoos: Annie’s Awesome Adventure, and watch them as they investigate endangered species at the Zoo. The event is a great way to celebrate some of your favorite animals and learn how you can help…
Find out more »Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
March 19 - May 30, 2021; Wednesday - Sunday The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. In Partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture Glow wild! Back by popular demand, Wild Lights sponsored by T-Mobile is returning to illuminate the Louisville Zoo! See the Zoo in a whole new light as you enjoy one of the largest lantern festivals in the nation featuring thousands of handcrafted silk-covered lanterns aglow with more than 50,000 LED light bulbs. This year, experience more than 70…
Find out more »Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
March 19 - May 30, 2021; Wednesday - Sunday The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. In Partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture Glow wild! Back by popular demand, Wild Lights sponsored by T-Mobile is returning to illuminate the Louisville Zoo! See the Zoo in a whole new light as you enjoy one of the largest lantern festivals in the nation featuring thousands of handcrafted silk-covered lanterns aglow with more than 50,000 LED light bulbs. This year, experience more than 70…
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