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Veterans day 2025

Zoo OPEN for Veterans Day!

11/11/2025 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Last Admission 3:30 PM We’re OPEN with special discounts for Military and their families! Thank you to everyone who has made sacrifices for our country and freedom!

GloWILD: Opening Night

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. More details coming…

Dia de Muertos

Día de los Muertos

11/1/2025 Included with Admission Join us at the Little Rock Zoo for a vibrant Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration! Experience our Beloved Pet Ofrenda adorned with traditional symbols, photos, flowers, honoring the animal companions that have…

Beloved Pet Ofrenda 2025

Beloved Pet Ofrenda

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…

HOWLOWEEN

Howl-O-ween at the Zoo!

10/18/2025 & 10/25/2025 Included with Admission Join us for HOWL-O-WEEN at the Zoo! Ready for a HOWLING good time? We’ve got two spook-tacular Saturdays this October—where giggles meet goosebumps and the whole family can join the fun! Come in costume!…

sloth bear day 2025

World Sloth Bear Day

10/12/2025 Included with Admission Celebrate World Sloth Bear Day at the Little Rock 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…

Maned wolf day 2025

International Maned Wolf Day

10/5/2025 Included with Admission Celebrate International Maned Wolf Day at the Little Rock 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…

Members day 2025

Members Day

10/4/2025 FREE for Members! Member Appreciation Day at the Little Rock Zoo We’re rolling out the red carpet for YOU, our amazing members! Join us for Member Appreciation Day at the Little Rock Zoo, a special event dedicated to celebrating your incredible…

Zoo Closed for Tree Removal

9/22/2025 The Little Rock Zoo will be closed on Monday, September 22, 2025 for tree removal along a main pathway. For guest safety, the Zoo will remain closed all day. We appreciate your understanding as we complete this important work…

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