Forever fun.
Forever wild.
What’s Happening at Your Zoo
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Friday, October 2 at 6 p.m.
ZOOcson 2026
Celebrate one of Tucson’s most anticipated evenings at Reid Park Zoo, where an extraordinary night of dining, entertainment, and wildlife awaits under the stars.
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October 21 (Sensory Friendly Night) 6-8:30 p.m. October 22 – October 25 6-9 p.m.
Boo at the Zoo 2026
Dig up your zombies and grab your ghouls! Show off your boo-tiful costumes at Boo at the Zoo.
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Saturday, September 19
Walk for Conservation: 2026 Wildlife Ranger Challenge
Join Reid Park Zoo for a fun morning walk in solidarity with the Wildlife Ranger Challenge.
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Pathway to Asia Opens November 13
Soon you’ll be able to travel to the world’s largest continent every time you visit Reid Park Zoo. Pathway to Asia is opening Friday, November 13, bringing 4.5 acres of animals, architecture, foliage and discovery to your Zoo. “We are incredibly grateful to the Tucson community. Their generosity and support have made this incredible new…
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Saturday, September 19, 2026
Deaf Community Day
Events / 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Looking for a fun and deaf-friendly event? Reid Park Zoo is teaming up with Inclusive Pathways to offer a Deaf Community Day. Spend a day exploring your Zoo while enjoying: Reid Park Zoo welcomes you to this day of inclusivity, connection, and celebrating our vibrant Deaf and hard-of-hearing…
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Jasiri’s New Shoes
As part of its dedication to whole life care, Reid Park Zoo recently fitted geratric giraffe Jasiri with a pair of shoes to make him more comfortable while he walks. “As Jasiri has aged, we became concerned with how he moved. In order for us to better evaluate what his feet look like on the…
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Thursday, December 3, 2026
2026 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X Roush® Edition
Jim Click Millions for TucsonPurchase Jim Click Millions for Tucson raffle tickets to be entered for a chance to win a new 2026 Nissan Frontier Pro-4X Roush® Edition. The best part is that 100% of your contribution will support the Reid Park Zoological Society if you purchase your ticket from us.
Plan Your Visit
Reid Park Zoo is open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and takes about two hours to see! Tickets may be purchased online, or at the gate. Daytime entry is always free for Zoo Members!
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Today’s Schedule
Check front entrance for locations
8:00 AM
Zoo Opens!
8:30 AM
Zoo Keeper Experience
9:00 AM
Zoo Keeper Experience
9:30 AM
Giraffe Encounter
Duration: 45 minutes
9:30 AM
Zoo Keeper Experience
10:00 AM
Animal Encounter
10:30 AM
Zoo Keeper Experience
11:30 AM
Giraffe Encounter (Saturdays & Sundays Only)
Duration: 45 minutes
12:00 pM
Aviaries Close (Weekdays Only)
1:00 pM
Zoo Keeper Experience
2:00 PM
Zoo Closes
Last entrance at 1:30 p.m.
Wild Adventures
Behind-the-Scenes Experiences
Go behind-the-scenes to discover the inner workings of the Zoo and animal care when you book a tour in advance of your trip to the Zoo
Feed a Giraffe
Don’t miss the daily giraffe feed — an affordable and delightful addition to your visit!
Daily Zoo Keeper Talks
Hear about the animals from the people who take care of them every day
Rides & Attractions
Take a ride on the wild side on our custom Cox Jungle Carousel or the Reid Park Zoo Railway.
Photo Experiences
Snap photos and make memories during your Zoo visit
Climb, slide and explore the continents hands-on at this new, interactive playground
Unforgettable Events
Host your own private event or attend an event at the Reid Park Zoo.
For Zoo events see our event calendar
Weddings
for Kids & Adults
Birthday Parties
Corporate Events
Education
Engaging year-round programs inspire the curious of all ages to learn about wildlife and how they can help preserve our natural world.
Field Trips
Looking for a unique way for your students to explore concepts introduced in the classroom? Bring your class (K-12) to the zoo for an adventure they won’t forget!
Outreach Programs
Can’t come to us? We’ll come to you! Our outreach programs offer up-close encounters with Zoo ambassador animals.
Non-School Groups
Programs for scouts, clubs, and other non-school groups.
Champions for Wildlife
Reid Park Zoo works with partners locally and globally to save wild animals and wild places.
Coming in 2026
Major Expansion will connect Guests with Wildlife of the World’s Largest Continent
Tucson’s Reid Park Zoo is excited to announce that it has broken ground and construction has begun on the much-awaited Pathway to Asia exhibit.
Get a Look at the Future of Your Zoo
Since 1965, Reid Park Zoo has been built and supported by Tucson. Thanks to Tucson voters, a one-tenth of one percent sales tax has been instrumental in transforming Reid Park Zoo into the incredible modern animal care facility you know today. Over the last nine years we’ve worked diligently to improve the Zoo for animals and guests alike — and there are more exciting updates to come.
Take a Virtual Tour of the Zoo
Donate
Your gift to Reid Park Zoo ensures a wonderful experience for Zoo guests, while supporting world-class animal care, innovative education programming and groundbreaking conservation efforts.
Volunteer
Share your passion for wildlife and conservation with others by volunteering your time at Reid Park Zoo!
