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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.
About This Event
Louisville Zoo offers a variety of daily animal encounter experiences that allow guests to connect with animals in a meaningful way. Hand-feed lettuce to our Masai giraffes in Africa, book a Backstage Pass behind-the-scenes keeper tour, or reserve a private encounter with one of our animal ambassadors. Spaces are limited — book in advance through the Zoo's website.
What's Included
- Giraffe hand-feeding experience in Africa
- Backstage Pass keeper tours
- Private animal ambassador encounters
- Keeper-narrated animal presentations
Event Highlights
- New experiences added regularly
- Limited spots — advance booking recommended
- Available to zoo admission ticket holders
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Event Details
Thursday, January 1, 2026
Multiple times daily — check schedule at the Zoo
Available daily · Exact times vary by experience
Louisville Zoo
1100 Trevilian Way · Louisville, KY 40213
All ages · Some experiences have minimum age/height
Parking: $7 fee at Louisville Zoo. Included for ROARchestra and select special events.

