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NOV 5, 2026 5:00 – 9:00 PM | Last Admission 8:30 PM Step into a brand-new season of sparkle as GloWILD returns to the Little Rock Zoo—brighter, bolder, and more breathtaking than ever! See the Zoo transformed after dark with…

OCT 31, 2026 Join us for HOWL-O-WEEN at the Zoo! Dress in your favorite costume and join us at the Zoo for a day full of spooky fun, festive activities, and Halloween excitement! Our animals are joining the fun too!…

OCT 24- NOV 1, 2026 Join us for our annual Beloved Pet Ofrenda, a heartfelt tribute honoring the memory of our cherished animal companions. Inspired by the Día de Muertos tradition, this vibrant community altar celebrates our animal companions of…

SEP 26, 2026 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Join the Sustainability Office, Keep Little Rock Beautiful, and the Little Rock Zoo for a community recycling event! 🌍✨ Stop by the East Parking Lot at the corner of Zoo Drive and Monroe between 9…

SEP 7, 2026 Celebrate Labor Day at the Zoo! Spend your holiday exploring the wild side! Bring your family and friends for a laid-back day filled with animals, adventure, and plenty of ways to unwind together.

SEP 3, 2026 Sponsored by Arkansas Children’s Hospital 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Last Admission 6:30 PM Must be Registered to Attend | Registration Opens August 2026 The Little Rock Zoo is proud to partner with Arkansas Children’s Hospital…

AUG 15, 2026 Join the Party for Arkansas’ Favorite Alligator! Celebrate Amos’ birthday and stop by to see him enjoy some birthday-themed fun! Schedule of Activities 10:00 Join us for cupcakes and light refreshments, while supplies last, as we celebrate Amos’…

AUG 5, 2026 Join us as we celebrate Amali’s Birthday! Join us to wish Amali a happy birthday! Come see her and the rest of the Chimpanzee troop explore fun enrichment, and help make her special day unforgettable.

JUL 18, 2026 Join us as we celebrate Zina’s Birthday! It’s party time for one of the Zoo’s most unforgettable residents—Zina! As the oldest elephant at the Little Rock Zoo, Zina has earned her reputation for being delightfully sassy and…

JUN 19, 2026 Visit the Zoo this Juneteenth! Enjoy a day at the Little Rock Zoo—with a special holiday discount of $2.00 off admission for everyone. Explore our habitats, meet the animals, and create new memories together.