Today at the Zoo

The Zoo is OPEN today!

Enter 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (exit by 5 p.m.)

***These schedules are updated before the Zoo opens at 10 a.m. each morning and are subject to change without notice. Animal viewing is subject to regular Zoo maintenance and the cooperation of weather and animals.

Today’s prices are the same online and at the gate.

Purchase in advance for discounts!

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ANIMAL VIEWING SCHEDULE

ElephantWeather permitting.ON EXHIBIT
Juvenile Gorilla Kindi & FamilyGorillas are on rotation in the sanctuary and outdoor habitat spaces. Outdoor viewing is weather permitting.ON ROTATION
Pygmy HippoWeather permitting
(must be above 45 degrees).		ON EXHIBIT
Komodo DragonRomulus is viewable in the indoor enclosure at the Islands Pavilion.ON EXHIBIT
Aldabra Tortoise Off exhibit for the season.OFF EXHIBIT
Islands MammalsOutdoor viewing areas are weather permitting (must be above 50 degrees).
ON EXHIBIT
Little PenguinsWeather permitting.ON EXHIBIT
CamelsCamels will return in March of 2024.  OFF EXHIBIT
Red PandaSundara is viewable in his habitat next to Lorikeet Landing.ON EXHIBIT

The animal viewing schedules are updated before the Zoo opens at 10 a.m. each morning and are subject to change without notice. Animal viewing is subject to regular Zoo maintenance and the cooperation of weather and animals.

RIDES AND ATTRACTIONS STATUS

Boma African
Petting Zoo		11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
(weather permitting)
OPEN
“not-so itsy bitsy” Spider House Closed for the season.
Learn more…		CLOSED
Camel RidesClosed for the season.
CLOSED
Camel FeedingsClosed for the season.
CLOSED
Giraffe Feedings 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Saturdays and Sundays only) 2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Daily)
(Feeding dependent on giraffe interest, habitat maintenance and weather)		CLOSED
CarouselClosed for the season.
(weather permitting)
CLOSED
Kaman’s ArtClosed for the season.
(weather permitting)
CLOSED
Lorikeet Feeding12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. 
(Lorikeets are viewable when the temperature is 50 to 100 degrees, weather permitting)
CLOSED
Ropes CourseClosed for the season.
(Ropes Course will open when the weather is above 50 degrees and staffing permits.)  		CLOSED
Splash ParkClosed for the season.
(weather permitting)
More Info…		CLOSED
Wallaroo Walkabout1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
(weather permitting)		OPEN

These schedules are updated before the Zoo opens at 10 a.m. each morning and are subject to change without notice. Animal viewing is subject to regular Zoo maintenance and the cooperation of weather and animals.

ANIMAL PRESENTATIONS

 

10:10 a.m.Islands: March of the Little PenguinsON SCHEDULE
10:30 a.m.Seal & Sea Lion Training DemonstrationsON SCHEDULE
10:45 a.m.Meerkat Keeper ChatON SCHEDULE
11:15 a.m.Bear Training DemoON SCHEDULE
11:30 p.m. – 12:00 p.m.Giraffe Feeding
(Saturdays and Sundays only)
(Feeding dependent on giraffe interest, habitat maintenance and weather.)		ON SCHEDULE
11:45 a.m.Amur Tiger Keeper ChatON SCHEDULE
NoonHyacinth Macaw Keeper Chat
(Located inside Islands exhibit)		ON SCHEDULE
12:15 p.m.Komodo Dragon Feeding Demo
(Saturday Only)		ON SCHEDULE
1:30 p.m.Pelican Keeper ChatON SCHEDULE
1:45 p.m.Elephant Keeper ChatCANCELED
2:00 p.m.Seal & Sea Lion Training DemonstrationsCANCELED
2:15 p.m.Gorilla Keeper ChatCANCELED
2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.Giraffe Feeding
(Feeding dependent on giraffe interest, habitat maintenance and weather.)		CANCELED
3:45 p.m.Seal & Sea Lion Training DemonstrationsON SCHEDULE
3:45 p.m.Islands Mammal Keeper ChatCANCELED

These schedules are updated before the Zoo opens at 10 a.m. each morning and are subject to change without notice. Animal viewing is subject to regular Zoo maintenance and the cooperation of weather and animals.

FOOD & BEVERAGE LOCATIONS

Food from the African Outpost; Pizza, Mac n' Cheese, Burger, Funnel Cake Fries and Chicken Salad.

African OutpostAfrica ZoneOPEN (10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)*
Kentucky CanteenMain PlazaCLOSED*
Snack ShackAfrica ZoneCLOSED*
Bomassa Soft ServeAfrica ZoneCLOSED*
Dippin’ DotsGorillaCLOSED*
Kooka Coolers Australia ZoneCLOSED*
Wild BurgerAustralia Zone
Open Saturdays and Sundays only.		CLOSED*
Lakeside SmokehouseDeck by MetaZoo
Open Saturdays and Sundays only.		CLOSED*
Dippin’ DotsAustralia ZoneCLOSED*

*Times may vary based on weather, staffing, and attendance.

WILD BURGER RESTAURANT

Banner advertising Wild Burger at the Louisville Zoo. Photo of both the Blazzin' Burger and All American Burger that are part of the Louisville Burger Week program.

Try a classic quick casual burger concept. Frozen wine and beer is available.
Click here to order from Wild Burger online!

AFRICAN OUTPOST RESTAURANT

Food from the African Outpost; Pizza, Mac n' Cheese, Burger, Funnel Cake Fries and Chicken Salad.
Open Year-Round

Located near the elephant exhibit.  Take a break during your journey with a fantastic dining experience. Our delicious entrées include: new artisan flatbread pizzas, hand-breaded chicken tenders can be found among burgers, grilled chicken sandwiches, hot dogs, as well as Kid’s Meals. You can also find a wide variety of snacks, side cups, beverages, hot chocolate and coffee. Visit Outpost on the Edge, our newly expanded deck area, which offers a unique view of the Colobus Crossing exhibit.

Click here to order from African Outpost online!

SHOPPING OPTIONS

Gift Shop at Louisville Zoo
Can’t make it to the Zoo? Shop in our online store here!

Main Plaza Gift ShopMain PlazaOPEN (10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)*
Main Plaza Outdoor Gift ShopMain PlazaCLOSED*
Congo Trading PostGorillaCLOSED*
  • *Closing times may vary based on weather and attendance.

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