Forever fun.
Forever wild.
What’s Happening at Your Zoo
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Friday & Saturday Nights Ending August 9
Summer Safari Nights 2025
6 – 8 p.m.
Beat the heat and explore the outdoors with Reid Park Zoo’s Summer Safari Nights on Friday and Saturday evenings!
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8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
$3 Ticket Tuesdays in June and July
Throughout June and July, every Tuesday Reid Park Zoo is offering $3 admission for all guests as a way of saying thank you to our community.
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Every Wednesday in July
Watermelon Wednesdays
Every Wednesday in July, Reid Park Zoo will be providing special enrichment that are all centered around the classic pink and green summer treat, watermelon!
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Pathway to Asia’s Decorative Theming is Going to Look Incredible
Pathway to Asia is taking shape! Here in the desert, we know how refreshing a pool of cool water is this time of year. Berani and Little Frei, new Asian small-clawed otters at Reid Park Zoo, are settling into their habitat and are a delight to watch.
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Zoo Admission Price Update
Reid Park Zoo admission prices are increasing slightly in response to inflation and the rising costs of supplies.
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Go W.I.L.D. this July in the Zero-Waste Challenge
This July, Reid Park Zoo is taking on the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s W.I.L.D Zero-Waste Challenge! You are invited to join the Reid Park Zoo team during this month-long challenge as we build sustainable habits together to protect wild animals and their wild places — one action at a time.
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!
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Today’s Schedule
Check front entrance for locations
8:00 AM
Zoo Opens!
9:30 AM
Giraffe Encounter
Duration: 45 minutes
9:30 AM
Zoo Keeper Chat
11:30 AM
Giraffe Encounter (Weekends Only)
Duration: 30 minutes
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.
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!
