MEMBER REMINDER: YOU MUST PICK UP A NEW CARD IN 2024

If you have not yet received a card in 2024, a new card (red panda) must be picked up at the ticketing windows before entry. Your old barcode will no longer work. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Webstore

  • To use your member discount, log in using the email associated with your membership. If you have not logged in with your email in the new webstore select “Create/ Forgot Password.”
  • If you do not have a webstore account, you will need to create one to register for camp programming.

  Daytime Zoo Tickets

General
Admission Tickets

Online reservations are not required for members.

Group Tickets

15 or more minimum.

  Memberships

Memberships

Sign up for a membership to get unlimited free admission!

Membership
Gift Vouchers

Gift vouchers are purchased online and preloaded with the amount  matching a membership level of your choice. A membership gift voucher may only be redeemed to become an active Louisville Zoo Membership; it may not be used for any other purpose.

Gift Cards

Gift Cards can be purchased in person during regular Zoo hours with cash or credit/debit card ONLY. Gift Card purchases made with a card require a matching ID to be processed. No other forms of payment including checks, mobile pay and tap-to-pay options are accepted for Gift Card purchases.

My Benefits

Access your active membership benefits and your online membership profile.

   Events and Programs

BOO AT THE ZOO

Join us for the sweetest party in town! Enjoy trick-or-treating for kids 11-and-under, rides and special attractions all for one great price! A Louisville tradition for over 40 years, this party experience is designed to give you all the merry you love with none of the scary.  

Backstage
Pass Experiences

Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! Learn about the importance of the Zoo’s conservation work, how our dedicated keeper staff care for the Zoo’s animals and get VIP access to areas not available to the public.

Camps

Join us year-round for camp adventures! All camps 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! 

Nature Play

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.  Program for children ages 4 to 5 who can use the restroom without adult assistance.

Breakfast with
the Beasts

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, activities and plenty of fun as we say “good morning” to the Zoo.

Conservation and
Conversations

FREE to register! Connect with the Zoo  as we critically explore a variety of environmental and conservation issues. Participants will receive a discussion guide and access to a 60-minute live virtual discussion with Zoo educators.

Happy Hours

Join us for an all-new after-hours event at the Zoo. Enjoy exclusive keeper talks and animal interactions.

Sensory
Friendly Sundays

Enjoy the Zoo at your own pace during this program for Zoo fans with sensory needs. Participants will enter the Zoo an hour before we open to the public and take a guided Zoo walk to orient themselves in our space.

Sippy Cup Strolls

Join us for this program specifically designed for young minds! Enjoy an early morning guided walk followed by exclusive play time in the Cub House presented by PNC.

Book a
Group Event

Looking to host a birthday party, wedding, meeting, cocktail party, picnic or other private event? The Louisville Zoo offers a one-of-a-kind setting with lots of options.

Field Trips

Field Trips

  Rentals

Electric
Wheelchair Rentals

All electric wheelchair (scooter, ECV) rentals must be made in advance.
To guarantee an ECV is available for your visit, reservations must be made online at least one day in advance.
Louisvillezoo.org/plan/new-guest-services/

Kulture City
Sensory Bag Rental

Reserve a sensory bag online to use when you visit the Zoo for a more  accommodating, positive experience for all guests with a sensory issue who visit the Zoo! Learn more about the bags here.

  Donations

ADOPTS

Become a symbolic parent of your favorite animal at the Zoo! Your generous support also allows us to purchase more fun and engaging enrichment items for all of our Zoo residents. 

Support Your Zoo

Give a gift to your Zoo and help support the daily care and enrichment for the threatened, endangered and vulnerable animals that call the Louisville Zoo home.

Give a gift
to the Animals

View our animal wish list for products and gift card/certificates that can be purchased online or over the phone and mailed directly to the Zoo.

Dedication
Opportunities

Make a lasting contribution and celebrate a friendship, remember a loved one, or commemorate a special event like a wedding, retirement, or birthday.

Discount FAQs

Can I use my AZA Reciprocal Zoo discount from another accredited Zoo?

Reciprocal 50% off admission tickets may only be purchased on the day of and at the Louisville Zoo ticket windows.  Online reciprocal ticket sale discounts are not available.  RECIPROCAL Zoos & Aquariums. See details and participating zoos and aquariums.

How do I redeem my military discount?

A valid military ID is required for all military discounts.
Active duty military personnel receive free general admission. Discounts not valid for ticket packages with rides/attractions or special ticketed events. Tickets must be purchased at the Zoo windows with a valid ID.  
Dependents of active military personnel receive 10% off general admission at the Zoo’s ticket windows. Must be accompanied by active military personnel with a valid ID.
Active military receive membership discounts. Please present a valid military ID at the Zoo membership office to discuss options

For additional questions, please use our online contact us form.