DEC 4, 2026 Celebrate International Cheetah Day at the Zoo! Cheetahs play a vital role in their ecosystems as predators that keep prey species on the move, which helps prevent overgrazing. However, cheetahs face numerous threats, including habitat loss, human-wildlife…
NOV 29, 2026 Celebrate International Jaguar Day at the Zoo! Jaguars are the largest cats in the Americas and one of the most elusive big cats in the world. With their powerful build, stunning rosette-patterned coats, and crucial role as…
NOV 26, 2026 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 Friday, November 27, 2026.
OCT 17, 2026 Members’ Day at the Little Rock Zoo! Join us for Members’ Day, a special event to show our gratitude for your support. Your membership helps care for our animals, advance conservation efforts, and provide educational experiences that…
OCT 11, 2026 Celebrate World Sloth Bear Day at the Zoo! Sloth bears are one of the most distinctive bear species in the world, known for their shaggy fur, long claws, and unique feeding habits. Native to the forests of…
OCT 3, 2026 Celebrate International Maned Wolf Day at the Zoo! Maned wolves support healthy South American grassland and savanna ecosystems by dispersing seeds, including the wolf apple, which helps plants regenerate. They are threatened by habitat loss, road collisions,…
SEP 19, 2026 Celebrate World Rhino Day at the Zoo! Rhinos help shape their ecosystems by grazing and browsing, which maintains grasslands and supports other wildlife. Yet, rhinos are threatened by poaching for their horns, habitat loss, and human-wildlife conflict. You can help protect rhinos…
SEP 17, 2026 6:00 – 9:00 PM Your Wild Night Out Starts Here! Get ready for the wildest brew and cocktail festival in town! Join us for a night at the Zoo like no other—where you can sip, sample, and…
SEP 13, 2026 Celebrate World Crane Day at the Zoo! Cranes support healthy ecosystems by maintaining wetlands, dispersing seeds, and serving as indicators of environmental health. Many crane species are threatened by wetland loss, water pollution, collisions with power lines, and climate…
SEP 5, 2026 Celebrate Vulture Awareness Day at the Zoo! Vultures are often misunderstood, but these incredible birds play a crucial role in the ecosystem by cleaning up carcasses and helping prevent the spread of disease. In Arkansas, we are…
