11/6/2025 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Last Admission 8:30 PM The beloved family tradition is back—bigger and brighter than ever!Join us for opening night of GloWILD, where dazzling lights and unforgettable memories await around every corner. GloWILD transforms the…
LITTLE ROCK (August 7, 2025) – When we first introduced our bush dog pair to the Little Rock Zoo, we shared the story of their journey from France to Arkansas—a carefully coordinated effort made possible through international collaboration and the…
10/18/2025 – 11/1/2025 Included with Admission Join the Little Rock Zoo this fall for our 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…
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (July 7, 2025) – Today, the Little Rock Zoo showcased the grand opening of two extraordinary exhibits: Isle of the Dragon: Komodo Exhibit and Hidden Corners of the World: Uncommon Creatures, just in time for Hiland Dairy Dollar Day…
LITTLE ROCK (June 26, 2025) – The Little Rock Zoo is sad to announce the passing of its youngest male orangutan, Kota, who passed earlier this week from encephalitis. The animal care staff observed Kota showing signs of lethargy. The Zoo…
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (June 24, 2025) — Today, City of Little Rock officials and Zoo representatives held a groundbreaking ceremony to introduce “Project Zoo: Wildly Reimagined.” A bold new construction project that reflects the Zoo’s passion for creating enriched environments for animals and…
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (May 28, 2025) -Join us Saturday, June 7, as we commemorate 100 years of wildlife and wonder with a full day of special activities, family fun, and community celebration from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. We will start…
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (May 28, 2025) —The Little Rock Zoo and Lion Legal announced they are proud to begin a new partnership in 2025. The two like-minded organizations made this announcement on Wednesday morning just in front of some of the Zoo’s…
LITTLE ROCK (July 21, 2025)— When most people picture a zookeeper, they imagine someone feeding animals, cleaning habitats, or maybe leading a training session—but there’s so much more to the role than what guests see during a visit. Zookeepers are the…
LITTLE ROCK (June 5, 2025) – As the Little Rock Zoo celebrates its 100th anniversary, we’re not just looking back—we’re building forward. One of our most ambitious projects yet is about to begin: a complete transformation of the Zoo’s front…
