Category Events

Veterans Day

NOV 11, 2026 Celebrate Veterans Day at the Zoo! In honor of Veterans Day, the Little Rock Zoo is proud to salute our veterans and active-duty military members with FREE admission all weekend long with a valid military ID. Family members visiting with…

Howl-O-ween

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!…

Beloved Pet Ofrenda

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…

Howl-O-ween

OCT 24, 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!…

World Sloth Bear Day

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…

International Maned Wolf Day

OCT 3, 2026 Celebrate International Maned Wolf Day at the Zoo! Maned wolves are one of the most unique and fascinating canids in the world. Known for their long legs, reddish fur, and large, bat-like ears, these elusive creatures are…

Members Day

OCT 3, 2026 Member’s Day at the Little Rock Zoo! Join us for Member’s 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…

Little Rock Recycles Day

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…

Little Rock Community Day

SEP 26, 2026 Little Rock Community Days offer special discounted admission just for Little Rock residents. It’s our way of thanking the community whose tax dollars help support the Zoo. Spend the day exploring the Zoo with family and friends—at a…

World Rhino Day

SEP 19, 2026 Celebrate World Rhino Day at the Zoo! Did you know that rhinos have thick skin to protect them from predators, but it’s also very sensitive? Or that the white rhino is the largest species, weighing up to…

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