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The Birmingham Zoo Inspiring Passion to Conserve the Natural World All Birmingham Zoo Members and children under two-years-old receive free admission.

OUR MISSION
Inspiring Passion to Conserve the Natural World

The Birmingham Zoo is home is a variety of animals, including lions, zebras, giraffes, sea lions, orangutans, a jaguar, African elephants, and endangered species from six continents! The Birmingham Zoo is a non-profit and is open daily from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, except during special, seasonal, and extended hours. Regular admission is $18.95* for adults, $15.95* for senior citizens, military, first responders, and college students, and $13.95* for children ages 2-12 (*Price not including tax). The Birmingham Zoo is the only AZA-accredited Zoo in the state of Alabama.

We will be OPEN Monday, October 12th! 🎉And we have a brand-new surprise arrival! 👀🐾 Want to be one of the very first to ...
10/08/2026

We will be OPEN Monday, October 12th! 🎉

And we have a brand-new surprise arrival! 👀🐾 Want to be one of the very first to see what it is? Join us at your Birmingham Zoo on Monday and meet our newest animal in person! 🥰 What do you think it will be?

📅 Monday, October 12: OPEN
📅 Tuesday, October 13: CLOSED as usual
📅 Wednesday–Sunday: OPEN 9 AM–5 PM as usual

Fun fact! Your Birmingham Zoo hosts over 250 private events a year! Spooky season is the perfect time to join the flock....
10/07/2026

Fun fact! Your Birmingham Zoo hosts over 250 private events a year! Spooky season is the perfect time to join the flock. 🎃
With a wide selection of unique venues, hauntingly beautiful backdrops, and extraordinary service, your event is sure to impress. 👻Add a spine-tingling touch with our spooky, scaly snakes and create unforgettable memories for your guests!
📅Book by November 4 and receive 10% off any Animal Experience.
🔗https://www.birminghamzoo.com/events/facility-rental/

10/06/2026

Luca is kinda busy… tearing up the phone book 😌🐱


🎥 Mia P - Predators

🎃 It’s officially spooky season so get ready to join us at your Birmingham Zoo for Hoots and Howls! 👻Featuring a candy t...
10/03/2026

🎃 It’s officially spooky season so get ready to join us at your Birmingham Zoo for Hoots and Howls! 👻
Featuring a candy trail, magic shows, dino dance party, interactive animal shows and more! All ages are welcome and encouraged to wear costumes.
📅 October 10-11, 17-18, 24-25 & 31
🎟️Included with Zoo admission but candy trail wristbands are sold separately.
https://www.birminghamzoo.com/event/hoots-howls-2026-daytime-halloween-event/

Ticket purchasers will receive an email this morning with more details.
10/02/2026

Ticket purchasers will receive an email this morning with more details.

We regret to inform you that Symphony Goes Wild has been canceled due to inclement weather. We appreciate everyone who planned to join us and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

10/02/2026

A look back at an incredible year! 💙
This video was shared at our Zoo Gala and this portion shows just a few highlights from the full presentation, including a look at what we’ve accomplished this year and an interview featuring our Axolotl donor.

We’re so grateful to everyone who has supported our mission and helped make this year possible. We have some exciting new things planned ahead so stay tuned for more info! 💚

Address

2630 Cahaba Road
Birmingham, AL
35223

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+12058790409

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