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JUN 22 – 28, 2026 Celebrate National Pollinator Week at the Zoo! Pollinators like bees, butterflies, bats, and hummingbirds play a vital role in maintaining healthy ecosystems. These incredible creatures help plants reproduce, supporting the growth of fruits, vegetables, and…

JUN 21, 2026 Celebrate Father’s Day at the Zoo! Bring your Dad to the Little Rock Zoo for Father’s Day in honor of his special day! Spend quality time exploring the Zoo, make lasting memories, and visit some of our amazing…

JUN 19, 2026 Visit the Zoo this Juneteenth! Enjoy a day at the Little Rock Zoo—with a special holiday discount. Explore our habitats, meet the animals, and create new memories together. Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Last admission at…

JUN 6, 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…

MAY 22-25, 2026 Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at the Zoo! In honor of Memorial 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.…

MAY 15, 2026 Join Us for Endangered Species Day at the Zoo! Wildlife helps keep ecosystems healthy, from pollinating plants to maintaining balance in nature. Yet many species are at risk due to habitat loss, pollution, and illegal wildlife trade. You can…

MAY 10, 2026 Celebrate Mother’s Day at the Zoo! Bring your Mom to the Little Rock Zoo for Mother’s Day in honor of her special day! Spend quality time exploring the Zoo, make lasting memories, and visit some of our…

MAY 9, 2026 Celebrate World Binturong Day at the Zoo! Binturongs play an important role in forest ecosystems as major seed dispersers, helping regenerate tropical forests as they move through the canopy. However, they face growing threats from habitat loss, deforestation, and illegal…

APR 24-25, 2026 Join us for Wild Wines, presented by Presqu’lie Wines with beverage sponsor O’Looney’s Wine and Liquor —featuring hundreds of hand-selected wines, delicious bites, and a chance to explore the Zoo like never before! VIP Night: Friday, April…

APR 25, 2026 Waddle Over for World Penguin Day at the Zoo! World Penguin Day is an opportunity to raise awareness about the conservation of penguins, including the critically endangered African penguin. They face various threats, such as habitat loss,…