Abilene Zoo

Abilene Zoo The Abilene Zoo is a place of learning and adventure, where families make memories, share the joy of discovery and become inspired to preserve wildlife.
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Summer Hours (June 1-Aug 31)
8 am - 4 pm
Last Admission 3 pm

501(c)(3) non-profit
AZA Accredited Discover the wonderful world of wildlife at Abilene Zoo! Home to 1000 animals from around the globe, a visit to Abilene Zoo, an AZA accredited institution, is filled with fun and excitement for the entire family.

05/30/2026

Abilene Zoo hatched a baby Ostrich! This baby boy is just another sweet part of the recent baby boom here. For now, he’ll be behind-the-scenes while he grows, stay tuned for updates!

Albert is here to tell you that today is National Alligator Day! 💚 The American alligator plays an important role in the...
05/29/2026

Albert is here to tell you that today is National Alligator Day! 💚

The American alligator plays an important role in the ecosystems southeastern United States. They're well known for their long lifespans and the ability to grow over 14 feet. Albert is the only animal at Abilene Zoo who has been here since the zoo's opening in 1966!

Stop by this weekend to wish our favorite American alligator a happy National Alligator Day.

05/28/2026

Kékere and Lue are already the best of friends! 💛

The moment you have been waiting for has arrived! The two newest members of the giraffe heard have been named. Each of t...
05/28/2026

The moment you have been waiting for has arrived! The two newest members of the giraffe heard have been named. Each of them have been named by a donor from our Zoobilation event.

Picture 1: Pele's boy, Kékere (pronounced KEH-keh-reh) means "small" or "little" in Yoruba, an African language. At his birth, Kékere weighed in and measured in under average for a giraffe calf, giving

Picture 2: Jamie's girl, Lue (pronounced Lou). This is a family name of the donor.

Ask a staff member to help you spot the difference of the two during your next visit!

Today Abilene Zoo is celebrating World Whooping Crane Day! These North American birds are one of the most endangered spe...
05/28/2026

Today Abilene Zoo is celebrating World Whooping Crane Day! These North American birds are one of the most endangered species at Abilene Zoo and our participation in the Species Survival Plan is an important conservation effort happening right here in Abilene.

Oobleck and Crocket are our female and male Whooping Cranes. Which them a happy World Whooping Crane day in the comments!

If you've wondered why the fosa have not been out these past few days, we have a huge surprise! On May 22, Lavavolo welc...
05/27/2026

If you've wondered why the fosa have not been out these past few days, we have a huge surprise!

On May 22, Lavavolo welcomed three healthy pups: two males and one female. This marks her second successful litter, after welcoming the same combination of pups in 2023. Dad Hazo arrived earlier this year as part of a recommendation through the AZA’s Species Survival Plan.

Fosas are the main predator of the island of Madagascar, and births like these are incredibly important. There are currently only 35 fosas in 19 AZA-accredited facilities, and only five fosa births have occurred in the last 12 months, three of them from the Abilene Zoo!

These births are a major milestone in the zoo’s ongoing conservation efforts and continue to position Abilene Zoo as one of the leading facilities for successful fosa breeding and care.

For now, the pups will remain behind the scenes as they grow and bond with mom. Stay tuned for updates and the announcement of their name!

05/23/2026

Happy World Turtle Day 🐢 💚

Members After Hours is next Wednesday, May 27th, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.!Zoo members are invited to join us for free attr...
05/21/2026

Members After Hours is next Wednesday, May 27th, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.!
Zoo members are invited to join us for free attractions, behind-the-scenes tours, mini melts and popcorn. Come hungry and grab a bite from The Toasted Traveler, Tacolote and Dragon Soul Hibachi .
This special night is designed to honor the incredible zoo members!

Not a member yet? There is still time to register and attend this incredible event! Register here: https://abilenezoo.org/become-a-member/

If you've been waiting for more information on our latest giraffe, wait no longer! Abilene Zoo was blessed with a sweet ...
05/20/2026

If you've been waiting for more information on our latest giraffe, wait no longer! Abilene Zoo was blessed with a sweet baby girl giraffe on Sunday, May 17th, born to Jamie and Congo. This is Jamie's 5th baby, so it is safe to say she is an experienced mama. The baby girl weighed in today at 163 lbs and 6 feet, 2 inches tall. 🦒

Within minutes, this energetic calf was on her feet and zipping around. She arrived just two weeks after Pele gave birth to a boy. While they are not twins, they are already getting to know each other and playing around (when mom lets them, of course 😉). Both babies' names are still in the works, so stay tuned for the name announcement.

Be sure to look for these two darling babies during your next visit and leave a welcoming comment below!

Roaring Mornings are back 🐆 From June 1 through August 31, the zoo will open earlier to allow guests to enjoy cooler mor...
05/20/2026

Roaring Mornings are back 🐆
From June 1 through August 31, the zoo will open earlier to allow guests to enjoy cooler mornings and active animals throughout the summer 🌞
Summer hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with last admission at 3:00 p.m.
Attractions 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Address

2070 Zoo Lane
Abilene, TX
79602

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+13256766085

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