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Giraffe Feeding
Fan Favorite
Animal Experiences

Hand-feed Masai giraffes

Giraffe Feeding

Get nose-to-nose with our tower of Masai giraffes and hand-feed them in our dedicated feeding station. An unforgettable close encounter.

  • Hand-feed face-to-face
  • Dedicated feeding platform
  • Available daily
$8per feeding
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Wild Lights 2026
Now Through July 26
Events

Chinese lantern festival

Wild Lights 2026

Bigger. Bolder. Brighter. Louisville Zoo's summer Chinese lantern festival runs select nights 7pm–11pm through July 26, 2026.

  • Thousands of lanterns
  • Live entertainment
  • Select nights 7–11pm
From $14.95per person
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Summer Zoo Camp
Ages 4–16
Education & Camps

Week-long wildlife adventures

Summer Zoo Camp

Hands-on, themed week-long camps for children ages 4–16. Campers get behind-the-scenes access and work with animal care professionals.

  • Ages 4–16
  • Week-long sessions
  • Behind-the-scenes
From $175per week
Register for Camp
Adopt an Animal
Great Gift
Gift Shop

Symbolic adoption package

Adopt an Animal

Symbolically adopt one of Louisville Zoo's residents. Receive a personalized certificate, photo, and species fact sheet — perfect for any age.

  • Adoption certificate
  • Species photo
  • Fact sheet included
From $50per adoption
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Zoo + KSC Combo
Best Value
Admission Tickets

Two attractions, one ticket

Zoo + KSC Combo

Combine your Louisville Zoo visit with the Kentucky Science Center for the ultimate Louisville day out.

  • Louisville Zoo access
  • Kentucky Science Center
  • Saves vs. buying separately
From $28.95per person
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Family Experience
Best Value
Memberships

Best value membership

Family Experience

Our newest and best-value tier — all Family benefits plus exclusive Experience perks and early access opportunities.

  • All Family benefits
  • Experience perks
  • Member Mornings
$255per year
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Animal Encounter
Keeper-Led
Animal Experiences

Up-close with keepers

Animal Encounter

Join a keeper-led encounter for an intimate look at one of our ambassador animals. Learn, touch, and make memories that last a lifetime.

  • Keeper-led
  • Ambassador animals
  • Educational program
From $15per person
Book Encounter
Zoofari 2026
Annual Gala
Events

Annual gala fundraiser

Zoofari 2026

Louisville Zoo's premier fundraising gala — an elegant evening of dining, entertainment, and animal encounters under the stars to support conservation.

  • Gala dinner
  • Live entertainment
  • Animal encounters
From $175per person
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School Field Trip
Book 12 Days Ahead
Education & Camps

Self-guided for groups of 10+

School Field Trip

Bring your class to Louisville Zoo for a self-guided conservation learning adventure. Available Monday–Friday for school groups of 10 or more.

  • Groups of 10+
  • 1 free chaperone per 10 students
  • Mon–Fri only
From $9.95per student
Book a Field Trip
Adult Admission
Most Popular
Admission Tickets

Ages 12 & up

Adult Admission

Full-day access to all exhibits, Glacier Run Splash Park (seasonal), and daily animal demonstrations. Includes free parking.

  • All exhibits included
  • Free parking
  • Glacier Run access
$19.95per person
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Family
Most Popular
Memberships

2 adults + children

Family

The perfect family membership — 2 named adults plus all dependent children ages 3–18.

  • 2 adults + dependent kids
  • Member Mornings access
  • Glacier Run splash park
$155per year
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Child Admission
Admission Tickets

Ages 3–11

Child Admission

Young explorers experience the full zoo at a family-friendly price. Children 2 and under are always free.

  • Ages 3–11
  • All exhibits
  • Free parking
$14.95per child
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Senior Admission
Admission Tickets

Ages 60 & up

Senior Admission

Discounted admission for seniors. Same full access to all 134 acres and 1,700+ animals.

  • Ages 60+
  • All exhibits
  • Free parking
$14.95per person
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Parking Pass
Admission Tickets

On-site parking

Parking Pass

Convenient on-site parking in our main lot, steps from the entrance. Members park free every visit.

  • Main lot
  • Steps from entrance
  • Members park free
$5.00per vehicle
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Individual
Memberships

1 named adult

Individual

Unlimited visits for one named adult. Includes free parking, 50% off at 150+ reciprocal zoos, and 10% off food and retail.

  • Unlimited visits
  • Free parking
  • 50% off 150+ reciprocal zoos
$75per year
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Individual Plus
Memberships

1 adult + 1 guest

Individual Plus

All Individual benefits plus the ability to bring a guest with you every single visit.

  • 1 adult + 1 guest each visit
  • Unlimited visits
  • Free parking
$105per year
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Nature Guardian
Memberships

Premium family membership

Nature Guardian

2 adults, up to 10 dependent children, unlimited carousel rides, giraffe & lorikeet feedings, plus 6 guest passes.

  • Unlimited carousel rides
  • Giraffe + lorikeet feedings
  • 6 guest passes
$500per year
Become a Guardian
Wildlife Champion
Memberships

Ultimate support tier

Wildlife Champion

2 adults + up to 4 guests per visit, plus all Nature Guardian benefits and exclusive member events.

  • 2 adults + 4 guests
  • All Guardian benefits
  • Exclusive member events
$750per year
Become a Champion
Lorikeet Feeding
Animal Experiences

Colorful birds land on you

Lorikeet Feeding

Step into our free-flight aviary and let brilliantly colored rainbow lorikeets perch on your hand, arm, and head while you feed them nectar.

  • Free-flight aviary
  • Birds land on you
  • Nectar feeding cups
$5per feeding cup
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Zoo Carousel Ride
Animal Experiences

Classic carousel in the zoo

Zoo Carousel Ride

A beloved zoo tradition — our beautifully restored carousel features hand-painted wildlife animals for the whole family to enjoy.

  • Wildlife-themed animals
  • All ages
  • Family fun
$3per ride
Ride Today
Zoo Birthday Party
Book Early
Animal Experiences

Celebrate at the zoo

Zoo Birthday Party

Host an unforgettable birthday party at Louisville Zoo, complete with private space, animal visits, keeper talk, and party coordination.

  • Private party space
  • Animal visit included
  • Keeper presentation
From $250per party
Book a Party
Boo at the Zoo
October
Events

Halloween family fun

Boo at the Zoo

Louisville's favorite Halloween event returns! Trick-or-treat stations, costume contests, and spooky decorations throughout the zoo.

  • Trick-or-treat stations
  • Costume contest
  • Spooky décor
From $12.95per person
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Breakfast with Beasts
Exclusive Access
Events

Dine before the zoo opens

Breakfast with Beasts

An exclusive early-morning dining experience before the zoo opens to the public. Buffet breakfast while animals are at their most active.

  • Pre-opening access
  • Buffet breakfast
  • Active animals
From $35per person
Reserve a Spot
ROARchestra
Events

Live music at the zoo

ROARchestra

Louisville Orchestra performs live among the animals in a magical evening concert series at Louisville Zoo.

  • Live orchestra
  • Zoo at night
  • Seasonal series
From $25per person
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Holiday Break Camp
Education & Camps

School break adventures

Holiday Break Camp

Keep kids engaged during winter and spring breaks with our fun wildlife education programs. Daily and multi-day options available.

  • Winter & spring breaks
  • Daily options
  • Ages 5–12
From $45per day
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Evening Education Program
After Hours
Education & Camps

After-hours wildlife learning

Evening Education Program

Exclusive after-hours education programs for scouts, homeschool groups, and clubs. Includes keeper talks and animal encounters.

  • After zoo hours
  • Scouts & homeschool groups
  • Keeper talks
From $15per person
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Zoo Gift Card
Perfect Gift
Gift Shop

The gift of wildlife wonder

Zoo Gift Card

Give the gift of a Louisville Zoo visit. Gift cards can be used for admission, food, retail, and experiences — valid for 3 years.

  • Usable for tickets, food & retail
  • Valid 3 years
  • Choose your amount
$10 – $200choose your amount
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Zoo Store
Gift Shop

Plush, apparel & souvenirs

Zoo Store

Browse Louisville Zoo branded gear, wildlife plush toys, apparel, home goods, and educational books. In-store and online.

  • Plush animals
  • Zoo apparel
  • Educational books
From $5browse all items
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Conservation Donation
501(c)(3)
Gift Shop

Every dollar saves wildlife

Conservation Donation

Make a direct donation to Louisville Zoo's conservation fund. 100% of your gift supports field conservation projects worldwide.

  • 100% to conservation
  • Tax-deductible
  • Field projects worldwide
Any amounttax-deductible
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Gift Options

Buying for someone else? Choose gift cards or adopt-an-animal packages for a perfect gift.

Group Bookings

Groups of 15+ qualify for discounted group rates. Contact us to book your group visit.

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Our guest services team is happy to help with tickets, memberships, and reservations. Call us at (502) 459-2181 or email info@louisvillezoo.org

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