Big Joel's Safari Petting Zoo & Educational Park

10/22/2026

Our hearts go out to our friends at Pumpkins Galore. We know it may seem like we overdo it with rules sometimes, but this right here is why it is so important to follow them, for the safety of everyone and every animal. Thank you all for all the support and for supporting our friends at Pumpkins Galore too!

Our farm is our livelihood, and it means so much to us to welcome you here to make lasting memories. We’re grateful for your business, your support, and the care you show our property.

Today brought a first we never hoped to experience—our cornfield maze was set on fire. This could have been much worse, and we are incredibly thankful that no one was hurt.

A huge thank-you to the Wright City Fire Department for their quick response and help putting out the fire. To our staff for noticing the smoke and quick thinking. We are truly grateful.

The maze was closed for the remainder of today and will reopen tomorrow with little disruption. We appreciate your understanding.

Please help us keep our farm a safe, welcoming place for everyone by treating it with care and respecting our no-smoking policy. Thank you for being part of our farm community.

10/16/2026

Don’t forget to visit two great Wright City attractions while you’re here! After you stop by Big Joel’s Safari, head down the road two miles to Pumpkins Galore. There you will find the Big Joel’s Safari sponsored corn maze and many other fun activities!
(Reminder-corn maze is at Pumpkins Galore)

10/09/2026

Teachers and administration-this could be YOUR school bus at Big Joel’s Safari!
Now booking for Spring/Summer 2027!
Please see the website for details on how to qualify for a field trip and guidelines. Availability and pricing will be the same except we will open April 1st 2027 and field trips can be booked starting April 1st. You MUST book in advance- call 636-745-3031

https://www.bigjoelsafari.com/educational-field-trips

09/28/2026

The piglets are out and about now! 🐷
Stop on by Big Joel’s Safari to see their cuteness in person.

09/24/2026

It’s finally fall ya’ll! Grab your friends and come on out to Big Joel’s Spooky Safari! Open daily!
Monday-Friday 9am-4pm
Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 10am-5pm
(Front gates close a 1/2 hour before closing)

09/17/2026

It’s finally here! 🎃
Spooky Safari has begun! 👻
Open daily thru October 31st!
Monday-Friday 9am-4pm
Saturday 9am-5pm
Sunday 10am-5pm

09/04/2026

Reminder: We are open all Labor Day weekend and Labor Day on Monday!
Friday- 9 am to 4 pm
Saturday- 9 am to 5 pm
Sunday- 10 am to 5 pm
Monday- 9 am to 4 pm
Have a safe and fantastic weekend!

08/21/2026

For those of you that enjoy the mining sluice, we have some new options that contain crystals. Oooh Ahhh! So pretty!
Just another fun option to do at Big Joel’s Safari!

08/17/2026

Our “kids” would like to remind you and your kiddos that we are now closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. We will reopen daily for Spooky Safari starting September 17th 2026.
Thank you for an awesome summer!

07/14/2026

Tuffy would like to announce we have been officially open 14 years!
Thank you all for your continued support!
We couldn’t do it without you!