2025
April 22 – October 26
Open Tuesday – Sunday
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.*
*Last entry/admission at 4 p.m.
We will be closed on Mondays, except for Memorial Day and Labor Day.
Free Admission Days*
September 16-19**
September 23-26
September 30-October 3
October 7-10
October 14-17
October 21-24
*must pay for parking, rides, feed etc…
** The zoo will close at 3 pm on Friday, Sept 19; the last entry will be at 2 pm on Sept 19 for Pints set up.
Every day starting at 4:00 PM, we begin shifting animals to the off-exhibit holding area for the evening. Weather, minor maintenance, or animal health issues may cause a change from day to day.
Pricing
Tickets can be purchased online or at admission gates. In 2025, ticket prices will be the same whether purchased online or at the gate. This makes it simpler and more convenient for guests.
Admission
Updates in ticket pricing help support infrastructure improvements and high-quality animal care, ensuring a great experience for visitors and the best possible environment for the animals.
| Adults (ages 13-61) | $11.00 |
| Seniors (ages 62+) | $10.00 |
| Military (all active & retired military personnel) | $10.00 |
| Children (ages 2-12) | $8.50 |
| Children (ages 1 and under) | FREE |
| Niabi Zoo members | FREE |
| Funbundle and Zooseum pass holders | FREE |
Please note that we cannot provide a separate entry line for members or online ticket holders. Guests will be admitted on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you are a member, please have your membership card and ID ready.
If you have purchased your tickets online, please have them printed off or ready on your phone.
Parking
Parking fees support continued education and conservation initiatives at the zoo. These fees remain unchanged from previous years, offering affordable access for visitors.
| Per vehicle | $5.00 |
| Bus/RV | $15.00 |
| Niabi Zoo members | FREE |
| FunBundle members | FREE |
| Zooseum pass holders | $5.00 |
Experiences
Hours and availability may vary. Fees for zoo experiences remain unchanged from previous years, offering affordable access for visitors.
*As of 2025, we have updated our pricing structure. Ride and feed experiences will now be the same price for all guests, and member discounts will no longer apply. This change simplifies the process and helps support infrastructure improvements and high-quality animal care, ensuring the best experience for both visitors and animals.
|
Train ride (ADA Compliant) (Ages 2 and up require a ticket) |
$4.75 |
|
Carousel ride (ADA Compliant)- (Any rider requires a ticket, one adult can stand next to the child with no charge) |
$4.50 |
|
Guinea Pig feeding (weather dependent) |
$5.00 |
| Koi pond feeding | $2/bag |
|
Domestic animal feeding (closes @ 4pm) |
$2/bag |
Group Admission
Minimum of 15 people and groups MUST preregister 2 weeks in advance to receive discounted pricing.
NOTE: Any passes, including admission, carousel and train, without a marked expiration date will not be accepted and are not transferable.