Forever fun.
Forever wild.
What’s Happening at Your Zoo
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Get Your Timed Tickets for Pathway to Asia
Pathway to Asia is opening at Reid Park Zoo on Friday, November 13. Here’s what you need to know to plan your visit: Timed tickets must be reserved in advance for all guests, including Zoo members, for the first few weeks Pathway to Asia is open. Tickets are available on our website now! https://reidparkzoo.org/visit/tickets/ Red…
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November 7 at 9:00
Junior Zoo Keeper
Through this interactive, hands-on program your child will experience a snapshot of a day in the life of a Zoo Keeper. Travel behind-the-scenes to the Zoo’s kitchen to learn what the animals at the Zoo eat and watch a training demonstration with an animal ambassador.
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Nov 9, Dec 15, Jan 5, Feb 15, Mar 17
Birding at the Zoo
Join Reid Park Zoo and Tucson Bird Alliance for a guided bird walk through the Zoo.
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Clean Up Your Yard and Feed An Elephant
Browse, or the twigs, branches, shoots, and leaves from woody plants like trees, is eaten by many animals at Reid Park Zoo everyday. Certain freshly cut tree branches can be donated to our Zoo to help feed many animals including giraffes, elephants, Baird’s tapirs, and blue duikers. It’s important to note, to ensure we are…
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November 14 & 15
Celebrate the Opening of Pathway to Asia with Wildlife and Culture
Events / Embark on a weekend of discovery, cultural performances and unforgettable wildlife encounters! The adventure begins at Reid Park Zoo! Celebrate the opening of Pathway to Asia, the Zoo’s exciting new experience that brings you closer to some of Asia’s most extraordinary and endangered animals. Enjoy a special opening weekend filled with cultural performances…
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November 8 at 11 a.m., November 29 at 1 p.m.
Giant Tortoise Behind-the-Scenes Experience
Education staff invite you on this special behind the scenes tour to learn about the unique adaptations of some of the largest types of tortoises.
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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 9 a.m. to 4 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!
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Today’s Schedule
Check front entrance for locations
9:00 AM
Zoo Opens!
9:30 AM
Zoo Keeper Experience
10:00 AM
Zoo Keeper Experience
10:00 AM
Giraffe Encounter
Duration: 45 minutes
10:00 AM
Animal Encounter
10:30 AM
Zoo Keeper Experience
11:30 AM
Zoo Keeper Experience
12:00 PM
Giraffe Encounter (Saturdays & Sundays Only)
Duration: 45 minutes
2:00 pM
Zoo Keeper Experience
4:00 PM
Zoo Closes
Last entrance at 3:30 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.
Zoo Adventure Programs
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.
Private and Youth 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.
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!
