LITTLE ROCK (February 12, 2026)— We’re excited to welcome a new resident to the Little Rock Zoo—meet Cinza, a four-year-old male maned wolf who recently joined us from the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans! Cinza arrived as part of a breeding…
LITTLE ROCK (February 10, 2026)— Recently, during a routine exam, Amboseli, our adult male African lion, was found to have a few teeth that required additional treatment. Lions rely heavily on their teeth for essential daily behaviors—grasping and tearing food, maintaining…
LITTLE ROCK (December 30, 2025)— There’s a very special new chapter in the Zoo’s bush dog story! Our resident bush dog pair, Luz and Paku, first captured hearts when they arrived from France in a carefully coordinated effort guided by the…
LITTLE ROCK (December 26, 2025)— We are thrilled to share that Kayla, our sloth bear mom, gave birth to two healthy cubs at the Little Rock Zoo! This exciting milestone is the result of a collaborative effort between the Little Rock…
LITTLE ROCK (December 19, 2025)— Great news from the Little Rock Zoo; Kayla, the sloth bear, is expecting cubs!! Zoo veterinarians confirmed pregnancy using ultrasound imaging. Kayla is expected to deliver sometime before the end of December. Sloth Bears use delayed…
JAN 1, 2027 The Little Rock Zoo is Closed New Years Day The Little Rock Zoo and GloWILD will be closed today in observance of the Holiday. The Zoo and GloWILD will re-open at regular hours January 2, 2027.
DEC 25, 2026 The Little Rock Zoo is Closed Christmas Day The Little Rock Zoo and GloWILD will be closed today in observance of the Holiday. The Zoo and GloWILD will re-open at regular hours December 26, 2026.
DEC 24, 2026 The Little Rock Zoo is Open Christmas Eve! Bring your family and friends for a laid-back day filled with animals, adventure, and plenty of ways to unwind together. Please Note: GloWILD will be closed on Christmas Eve…
DEC 31, 2026 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Last Admission 8:30 PM Ring in the New Year (and Be Home by 9!) Celebrate New Year’s Eve the low-key, family-friendly way—no midnight countdowns, no late nights, just glowing lanterns, good…
DEC 10, 2026 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Last Admission 8:30 PM Join us on Thursday, December 10, 2026, for a special evening where event lights and sounds are adjusted for sensory sensitivity. All guests are welcome! GloWILD Sensory…
