summer hours
JUNE 1 - AUGUST 31
OPEN DAILY 8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
LAST ADMISSION 3:00 P.M.
ATTRACTIONS 9:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
Upcoming Events
- Abilene Zoo
- Conservation, Special Event
- Abilene Zoo
- Character Appearance, Family
walk of honor
As part of A Bold Adventure, the Abilene Zoo is proud to introduce the Walk of Honor, a permanent tribute recognizing active-duty military, veterans, and retired military members who have served our country.
The Walk of Honor will lead guests toward the future C-130 Hercules installation within our new lion habitat, honoring Abilene’s deep connection to Dyess Air Force Base and the military community that has shaped our community.
reserve your brick
Reserve a commemorative engraved brick to become part of this lasting tribute.
Bricks may honor a loved one, recognize military service, celebrate a family legacy, commemorate a special memory, or include a personal message that will remain part of the Zoo for generations to come.
Quantities are limited!
Daily Hours
Open Daily 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Last Admission at 3:00 PM
Carousel & Train Open 9:00 AM – 3:00 PMÂ
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
Jun 3
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Kito this morning.
Over the past several months, Kito received extensive care from our animal care and veterinary teams, including ongoing veterinary evaluations, chiropractic visits, laser therapy, band resistance, and a specialized therapeutic blanket designed to promote circulation and recovery.
In recent days, Kito`s condition declined rapidly. After careful evaluation of his quality of life, our animal care and veterinary teams made the difficult decision to humanely euthanize him to prevent further suffering. This is never an easy decision. It is one of the hardest responsibilities we have as animal care professionals, but our commitment is always to the welfare of the animals in our care.
Kito was part of the Abilene Zoo family for more than a decade. He was deeply loved by his keepers, veterinary team, guest services staff, and everyone who had the privilege of caring for him throughout the years. He also touched the lives of countless guests who visited him during his time at the Zoo.
Today, we mourn the loss of a beloved member of our Zoo family. We are grateful for the support, kind messages, and encouragement our community shared throughout his journey. ...
abilenezoo
Jun 3
World Giraffe Day presented by Cain is June 20th! 🦒
Celebrate the world’s tallest animal on the longest day of the year. Get here early for yoga on Twiga Terrace, get a behind-the-scenes look during a giraffe barn tour, paint a canvas with a giraffe, learn about giraffes’ current conservation status, and celebrate Congo’s 11th birthday!
Learn more and get your tickets at: https://abilenezoo.org/events/world-giraffe-day/ ...
abilenezoo
May 29
Albert is here to tell you that today is National Alligator Day! 💚
The American alligator plays an important role in the ecosystems southeastern United States. They`re well known for their long lifespans and the ability to grow over 14 feet. Albert is the only animal at Abilene Zoo who has been here since the zoo`s opening in 1966!
Stop by this weekend to wish our favorite American alligator a happy National Alligator Day. ...
abilenezoo
May 28
The moment you have been waiting for has arrived! The two newest members of the giraffe heard have been named. Each of them have been named by a donor from our Zoobilation event.
Picture 1: Pele`s boy, Kékere (pronounced KEH-keh-reh) means "small" or "little" in Yoruba, an African language. At his birth, Kékere weighed in and measured in under average for a giraffe calf, giving
Picture 2: Jamie`s girl, Lue (pronounced Lou). This is a family name of the donor.
Ask a staff member to help you spot the difference of the two during your next visit! ...