Know Before You Go
Hours
June 23 - 29
Sun. - Tues., Fri. & Sat.
Admission 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Zoo closes at 5 p.m.
Wed. & Thurs.
Admission 9 a.m. – 8 p.m., Zoo closes at 9 p.m.
Member Mornings, now through Oct. 31
9 - 10 a.m. Sat & Sun
June 24: Aquarium closing at 3:30 p.m.
June 25: Arctic Encounter closing at 3 p.m.
June 28: Aquarium closing at 3 p.m.
July 5: Aquarium closing at 4 p.m.
July 17: Africa! Overlook closing at 3 p.m.
Parking
The Zoo has two parking areas for visitor use. Anthony Wayne Trail parking lot (2 Hippo Way, Toledo, OH 43609) and Broadway parking lot (2683 Broadway St. Toledo, OH 43609).
Click here for route to Anthony Wayne Trail lot.
Click here for route to Broadway lot.
Free parking available for all members at the Anthony Wayne Trail parking lot only. President’s Circle members can park for free in the Broadway parking lot; all other membership categories must pay for parking in the Broadway parking lot.
Please Note
Concessions and gift shop availability subject to weather.
The Toledo Zoo has transitioned to a cashless payment system. Click here for more information.
Outside food, beverages and coolers not permitted inside the Zoo. Picnic tables are available at Anthony Wayne Trail parking lot and Walbridge Park. Exceptions are permitted for medical items, dietary restrictions, baby formula and pre-registered school groups visiting the Zoo.
The Toledo Zoo has implemented a non-contact security screening and visual bag inspection upon entering the Zoo. Click here for more information.
The Reptile House is closed for renovations now - 2026.
Nature's Neighborhood stream and beach closed.
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Hot days call for cool adventures!
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Summer Animal Demonstrations
Daily through Labor Day.
Sundays from July 6 — Aug. 10
Enjoy summer evenings, sitting in the historic Amphitheatre, listening to live music while surrounded by family, friends and animals!
July 25 & 26
Unwrap the holiday magic early by strolling through a dazzling section of lights on the Zoo’s South Side and enjoy tree-mendously festive fun!
Twilight Evenings
Wed. & Thurs.
Now - Aug. 28
No need to scurry this summer! Stay late to enjoy extended hours from 4 – 8 p.m. Zoo closes at 9 p.m.
Aug. 1, Oct. 24 & Nov. 14
We’re putting a wild twist on trivia! Compete for prizes in two trivia games and enjoy a buffet dinner and animal demonstration.
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