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Founded in 1967, The Reid Park Zoo is home to more than 500 animals and occupies 24 acres within the center of the city.
The Zoo will offer $5 admission for guests ages 62+ during this special day to honor seniors. Learn about the Zoo's whole life care for our animals during keeper chats, engage in special activities, and enjoy a concert from Arizona Opera (12:15pm - 12:45pm). (Free to zoo members.)
There’s ‘snow place like Reid Park Zoo for the holidays! December 2– 23 Encore Nights: December 26 – 30 and January 2 – 7 Ready, Set, Glow! ZooLights: Holiday Magic, presented by Tucson Electric Power, returns with thousands of enchanting lights, mesmerizing light shows, and displays and holly jolly fun for all ages. Stop in […]
Join Reid Park Zoo for the must-attend social event of the fall, ZOOcson. This year’s gala is a 30th Anniversary Celebration, featuring: Tucson’s favorite restaurants Live and Online Auctions (chance to win amazing experiences, 300 one-of-a-kind items) Animal ambassador presentations Live music Includes food at all restaurant stations Includes 2 drink tickets (please note this […]
Enjoy the Reid Park Zoo in the cooler evening hours! Each week will feature a different animal and a live music by a different local band. Animal encounters Artifact stations Giraffe feedings Carousel rides, crafts & games. Face painting and glitter tattoos available for purchase. Refresh with dinner and a cold drink at the Flamingo […]
Glittering lights illuminate the Reid Park Zoo grounds with sounds of the season flowing throughout. Throughout the evening, you’ll enjoy: Thousands of glowing lights and lighted animals displays Falling snow Visits with Santa December 5-23 Festive entertainment (check website to see who will perform each night.) Sweet treats, and hot chocolate (with or without spirits!) […]