Upcoming Events
- Abilene Zoo
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September 20, 2025
Come support World Rhino Day at Abilene Zoo on September 20st and enjoy unique experiences like story time with Uhuru, an enrichment craft station, face...
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September 30, 2025
MEMBERS AFTER-HOURS 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Join us for an exclusive evening filled with up-close animal appearances, special animal enrichment, a behind-the-scenes experience, delicious...
Daily Hours
Open Daily 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Last Admission at 3:00 PM
Carousel & Train Open 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Giraffe Feeding Open 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Experience a Year of Wild Adventure!
Free admission is just the beginning, members also enjoy cool perks like:
- Discounted admission to exclusive wild events like Boo at the Zoo and Christmas Celebration
- Digital guest passes
- Early access to Summer Camp
- Discounts on education programs, camps, and even birthday parties
- Subscription to Z-News, a members-only monthly newsletter featuring behind-the-scenes access and exclusive sneak peaks
Support the Zoo
As a non-profit organization, we rely on our guests, members and generous supporters, to provide world-class care to our animal family and to continue conservation work throughout the Big Country and around the world.
About the Zoo
The Abilene Zoo is a place of learning and adventure, where families make memories, share the joy of discovery and become inspired to preserve wildlife.
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abilenezoo
Sep 12
Maili the blue duiker was born just two months ago and has quickly settled in as part of the Zoo family. She’s a curious little one, often watching guests as they peek over to catch a glimpse. You’ll find her right by the giraffe terrace so come say hi on your next visit! ...
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Sep 11
Thalia is fitting right in at Chipangali Wildlife Preservation in Africa. Diet prep and habitat maintenance are just a part of her routine this week, but the most exciting part of her work is the preserving care of local wildlife. Join us next week as we discover the nature of her research with the kori bustards! ...
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Sep 10
The baby Mangshan pit vipers are 1 week removed from their eggs and several of them have had their first shed! These colors are vibrant so do not forget to book a behind the scenes tour to see them 💚 ...
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Sep 10
Look how quickly the baby secretary bird has matured! Feathers? Snake Hunting? They grow up so fast 🥹 ...