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Wild Lights lantern festival
Now Through July 26

Wild Lights

Bigger. Bolder. Brighter. The summer Chinese lantern festival runs select nights 7pm–11pm.

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Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo
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Wild Lights at the Louisville Zoo

A new collection of handcrafted Chinese lantern displays blending centuries-old artistry with imaginative design across four themed worlds.

May 15, 2026 – July 26
Entry 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM · Route closes 11:30 PM
Adults from $20 · Children/Seniors from $16 · Anytime tickets $27Member discounts available · Children 2 & under FREE
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Breakfast with the Beasts: Australia
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Breakfast with the Beasts: Australia

Enjoy a hot breakfast while observing Australia's most fascinating animals — complete with exclusive keeper talk and animal enrichment creation.

June 20, 2026
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
$40/personChildren 2 & under FREE
Registration required
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Father's Day at the Louisville Zoo
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Father's Day at the Louisville Zoo

Treat dad to a free day at the Zoo! All fathers receive complimentary admission on Father's Day — June 21, 2026.

June 21, 2026
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
FREE admission for all fathersFree with membership as always
Registration required
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Trivia Night – Wild World of Disney
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Trivia Night – Wild World of Disney

Disney-themed team trivia at Louisville Zoo — June 17, 2026. Put on your Mickey ears for a wild night of competition. Ages 21+ only.

June 17, 2026
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM · Trivia starts 7:00 PM
$25/individual · $80/team of 4 · $160/team of 8
Registration required
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Wild Workout: Yoga at Glacier Run
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Wild Workout: Yoga at Glacier Run

Arctic-themed yoga at Glacier Run — June 22, 2026. Practice with polar bears and snow leopards as your companions. All fitness levels.

June 22, 2026
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM · Class begins 6:30 PM
$25/person + processing fee
Registration required
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Wild Workout: Pilates at Giraffe
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Wild Workout: Pilates at Giraffe

Find inner peace practicing pilates while Louisville Zoo's giraffe herd looks on — July 7, 2026. After-hours exclusive access.

July 7, 2026
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM · Class begins 6:30 PM
$25/person + processing fee
Registration required
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ROARchestra 2026: Summer Breeze
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ROARchestra 2026: Summer Breeze

The Louisville Orchestra performs Yacht Rock Classics under the stars at the Zoo — July 11, 2026. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets.

July 11, 2026
Gates 7:00 PM · Concert 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM
General $30 (early) / $35 · Child (3–11) $15 · VIP $65 / $70Early pricing through June 30 · Children under 2 FREE
Registration required
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Trivia Night – Spicy Summer Reads
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Trivia Night – Spicy Summer Reads

Romance novel trivia for adults — July 15, 2026. Sparks will fly at this wild night of book boyfriend trivia. Ages 21+ only.

July 15, 2026
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM · Trivia starts 7:00 PM
$25/individual · $80/team of 4 · $160/team of 8
Registration required
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Summer Santa 2026
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Summer Santa 2026

Santa and Mrs. Claus visit the Zoo on their summer vacation — July 18, 2026. FREE character meet-and-greet with zoo admission.

July 18, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
FREE with zoo admission or membership
Registration required
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Wild Workout: Yoga at Butterfly
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Wild Workout: Yoga at Butterfly

Stretch your wings alongside butterflies in this peaceful after-hours yoga session — July 22, 2026. All fitness levels welcome.

July 22, 2026
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM · Class begins 6:30 PM
$25/person + processing fee
Registration required
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Royal Rendezvous 2026
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Royal Rendezvous 2026

Princesses from faraway lands visit Louisville Zoo to close out summer — August 8, 2026. FREE character meet-and-greet with admission.

August 8, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
FREE with zoo admission or membership
Registration required
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Trivia Night – Mystery Flavor
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Trivia Night – Mystery Flavor

Can you guess the mystery flavor? Adult trivia night at Louisville Zoo — August 12, 2026. Hosted by Louisville Trivia. Ages 21+ only.

August 12, 2026
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM · Trivia starts 7:00 PM
$25/individual · $80/team of 4 · $160/team of 8
Registration required
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Cinema Safari: Zootopia 2
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Cinema Safari: Zootopia 2

Outdoor movie night under the stars — Zootopia 2 on the giant screen at the Oasis Field — August 14, 2026.

August 14, 2026
Gates 8:00 PM · Movie at sundown
$5/personFREE for Louisville Zoo members
Registration required
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Wild Workout: Pilates at Little Penguin
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Wild Workout: Pilates at Little Penguin

Practice pilates alongside Louisville Zoo's little penguins — August 19, 2026. After-hours exclusive access. All fitness levels welcome.

August 19, 2026
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM · Class begins 6:30 PM
$25/person + processing fee
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Hump Day Happy Hour: Islands Getaway
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Hump Day Happy Hour: Islands Getaway

Adults-only evening with cocktails, appetizers, exclusive keeper talks, and animal interactions in the Islands exhibit — August 26, 2026.

August 26, 2026
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
$40/person
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Zoo Camps 2026
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Zoo Camps 2026

Immersive wildlife education camps for ages Pre-K – 6th Grade — summer 2026 running May 26 through July 31.

May 26, 2026 – July 31
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Monday – Friday)
$350/week$300/week (member pricing)
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Daily Animal Encounters
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Daily Animal Encounters

Get up-close with Zoo animals in keeper-led daily experiences — hand-feed giraffes, book a Backstage Pass tour, or meet an animal ambassador.

January 1, 2026
Multiple times daily — check schedule at the Zoo
$5 – $25 per experienceMember discounts available
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