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November 2021
Veteran’s Day 2021
To honor those who are serving and who have served our country in military service, the Louisville Zoo is offering active and retired military and their dependents FREE general admission on Veterans Day, Thursday, Nov. 11, 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…
Find out more »Throo the Zoo 5K presented by Norton Audubon Hospital
See the results here! Dash over and join us for the 28th annual Throo the Zoo 5K run/walk. Enjoy the wildest 5K in town as you race "Throo" the Zoo alongside some of your favorite Zoo residents like giraffes, rhinos, flamingos, bears and more! All participants receive a free cotton t-shirt (with the opportunity to upgrade to a tech shirt for an additional fee), commemorative finisher's medal and a ticket to the Zoo so you can return and enjoy your…
Find out more »Conservation and Conversations: Restoration Ecology
SPECIAL: FREE VIRTUAL EVENT FOR NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER! Join the conversation sponsored by Ford Motor Company! Connect with the Zoo as we critically explore a variety of environmental and conservation issues. Each month, participants will receive a discussion guide (including book, film, and podcast recommendations!) and access to a 60-minute live virtual discussion with Zoo educators. Join in on the discussion as we engages community members of all ages about conservation topics that are affecting the way we live in…
Find out more »Sippy Cup Stroll: Lively Lizards
Ages: 2 – 5 with an adult Hours: 9:30 – 11 a.m. Pricing (adult & child pair): $25 Members: / $45 Nonmembers (includes Zoo admission) Join us for this program specifically designed for young minds! Enjoy an early morning guided walk through the Zoo while looking at animals related to the week’s theme, followed by play time in the Cub House presented by PNC. This event includes a story reading, a craft, free play and age appropriate activities. Nails, scales…
Find out more »The Louisville Zoo is Closed Thanksgiving Day
The Louisville Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving Day so that Zoo staff can spend time with their families. Critical staff members will be on grounds tending to our animals' needs. The Zoo is also closed Christmas and New Year's Day. Have a great Thanksgiving and thank you for supporting your Louisville Zoo!
Find out more »December 2021
Conservation and Conversations: Biomes
SPECIAL: FREE VIRTUAL EVENT FOR NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER! Sponsored by Ford Motor Company Connect with the Zoo as we critically explore a variety of environmental and conservation issues. Each month, participants will receive a discussion guide (including book, film, and podcast recommendations!) and access to a 60-minute live virtual discussion with Zoo educators. Join in on the discussion as we engage community members of all ages about conservation topics that are affecting the way we live in Louisville and how…
Find out more »The Louisville Zoo is Closed Christmas Day
The Louisville Zoo is closed on Christmas Day so that Zoo staff can spend time with their families. Critical staff members will be on grounds tending to our animals' needs. The Zoo is also closed New Year's Day and Thanksgiving. Have a happy holiday season and thank you for supporting your Louisville Zoo!
Find out more »January 2022
The Louisville Zoo is Closed New Year’s Day
The Louisville Zoo is closed on New Year's Day so that Zoo staff can spend time with their families. Critical staff members will be on grounds tending to our animals' needs. The Zoo is also closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Have a great first day of the new year, and thank you for supporting your Louisville Zoo!
Find out more »Qannik’s 11th Birthday Celebration
Join us on Saturday, Jan. 22 for a very special celebration. Come sing “Happy Birthday” as we celebrate Qannik’s 11th year at 11 a.m. in Glacier Run with fun enrichment activities. Qannik was rescued from the wild after being found on Alaska’s North Slope in 2011, separated from her mother and sibling. She is a great ambassador for her species and arctic conservation. Her exact birth date is unknown but officials from the USFWS assigned Jan. 10 as her birthday.…
Find out more »Conservation and Conversations: Field Biology
FREE VIRTUAL EVENT! Connect with the Zoo as we critically explore a variety of environmental and conservation issues. Each month, participants will receive a discussion guide (including book, film, and podcast recommendations!) and access to a 60-minute live virtual discussion with Zoo educators. Join in on the discussion as we engage community members of all ages about conservation topics that are affecting the way we live in Louisville and how people live around the globe. Some sessions will feature guest…
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