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Hours
Open daily:
Mon – Thurs: 3 - 8 p.m., Zoo closes at 9 p.m.
Fri – Sun: 3 - 9 p.m., Zoo closes at 10 p.m.
Members Mornings 9 a.m. entry returns weekends in March, 2026.
Jan. 3: Arctic Encounter closed.
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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Noon Year's Eve
Wed, Dec. 31
Ring in the NEW YEAR at the stroke of NOON!
Sat, Jan. 17
Escape the January blues at the Toledo Zoo! Sample various cocktails along with gourmet hors d'oeuvres curated by our award-winning catering team.
Wine Tastings
Jan. - June
Un-wine-d and let your taste buds roar at a wine tasting! Each event is spent at a different scenic space at the Zoo. Guests will enjoy a delectable mix of wines from around the world, hors d'oeuvres, live music and animal encounters.
125 years of memories.
A year-long celebration.
Join us for special events and reflections this year as we celebrate a monumental milestone!
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