June 2nd – September 14th
Summer Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Hours for June 3, 2025: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Upcoming Events
- Abilene Zoo
- Conservation, Special Event
June 21, 2025
Celebrate the world’s tallest animal on the longest day of the year! Get here early for yoga on Twiga Terrace, get a behind-the-scenes look during...
- Abilene Zoo
- Character Appearance, Special Event
June 28, 2025
Oh Goody! Peppa Pig is coming to Abilene Zoo for a muddy-puddly day of fun on Saturday, June 28th! Enjoy three live shows with meet...
Daily Hours
Open Daily 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Last Admission at 3:00 PM
Carousel & Train Open 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Giraffe Feeding Open 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Experience a Year of Wild Adventure!
Free admission is just the beginning, members also enjoy cool perks like:
- Discounted admission to exclusive wild events like Boo at the Zoo and Christmas Celebration
- Digital guest passes
- Early access to Summer Camp
- Discounts on education programs, camps, and even birthday parties
- Subscription to Z-News, a members-only monthly newsletter featuring behind-the-scenes access and exclusive sneak peaks
Support the Zoo
As a non-profit organization, we rely on our guests, members and generous supporters, to provide world-class care to our animal family and to continue conservation work throughout the Big Country and around the world.
About the Zoo
The Abilene Zoo is a place of learning and adventure, where families make memories, share the joy of discovery and become inspired to preserve wildlife.
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Jun 2
Even the loudest animals need a break from roaring 🙊 ...
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May 30
Two new animal ambassadors have made their way to Abilene Zoo! Tot (left) and Tater (right) are young opossums from Big Country Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. Book an animal ambassador up-close tour to meet Tater & Tot! 🖤 ...
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May 29
It is national alligator day and Abilene Zoo is celebrating a fan favorite! 🐊 Albert has been a part of Abilene Zoo since opening in the 1960s while making countless memories along the way. Share one of your Albert memories in the comments! ...
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May 27
When your tongue is longer than your to-do list 🐜😛 ...