Abilene Zoo

Abilene Zoo Discover the wonderful world of wildlife at Abilene Zoo!
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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.

Only a few days left to join our WILDEST Zoo Camp ever! ☀️Our brand-new camp for 12-13 year olds offers specialized them...
03/26/2025

Only a few days left to join our WILDEST Zoo Camp ever! ☀️
Our brand-new camp for 12-13 year olds offers specialized themes with behind-the-scenes access, hands-on learning, and project-based activities created just for them! Registration closes March 31st.

Even a top predator enjoys a moment of rest. Catch Milan soaking up the sun between her adventures. 🐆 🌞
03/25/2025

Even a top predator enjoys a moment of rest. Catch Milan soaking up the sun between her adventures. 🐆 🌞

03/23/2025

February was Hoof Care Month! 🐾 🦏 The animal care team recently held a hoof care day at the zoo highlighting our hoofed animals. Check out this video to see the ins and outs of proper hoof care for our different animals.

For Smithsonian in the Gap this week, Robert Trejo held a special bison chat at We are grateful for the Buffalo Gap com...
03/22/2025

For Smithsonian in the Gap this week, Robert Trejo held a special bison chat at We are grateful for the Buffalo Gap community for having us!

Bad hair day? Never heard of it. This Crested Guinea Fowl wakes up fabulous every morning! ✨
03/21/2025

Bad hair day? Never heard of it. This Crested Guinea Fowl wakes up fabulous every morning! ✨

🐸 Hoppy World Frog Day! Here’s to our ribbit-ing friends who jump, croak, and keep our ecosystems balanced. Show some lo...
03/20/2025

🐸 Hoppy World Frog Day! Here’s to our ribbit-ing friends who jump, croak, and keep our ecosystems balanced. Show some love for the froggos today! 💚

Spring Break fun isn’t over yet! ☀️ This week, catch special animal encounters daily at 1 pm & 3 pm, plus don't miss the...
03/18/2025

Spring Break fun isn’t over yet! ☀️

This week, catch special animal encounters daily at 1 pm & 3 pm, plus don't miss the special Bison Keeper Chats at 10:30 am on Tuesday & Wednesday! 🦬

Come visit, explore, and make your break unforgettable.

Great news 🎉 Phase 1 of the parking lot revamp is complete and the new parking lot entrance is now open! Take a look at ...
03/17/2025

Great news 🎉 Phase 1 of the parking lot revamp is complete and the new parking lot entrance is now open! Take a look at the map to see the new entrance.

Thanks for your patience as we continue to enhance your zoo experience 🦒

Dressed in green and ready to be seen! These animals know how to celebrate St. Paddy’s in style. ☘️✨
03/17/2025

Dressed in green and ready to be seen! These animals know how to celebrate St. Paddy’s in style. ☘️✨

325 Day is right around the corner!🐾 Celebrate 325 Day with a special offer—buy one adult general admission ticket and g...
03/16/2025

325 Day is right around the corner!🐾 Celebrate 325 Day with a special offer—buy one adult general admission ticket and get one free child ticket until 3:25 PM on Tuesday, March 25th. Use code 325DAY for both in-person and online purchases.

Smithsonian in the Gap's Buffalo Week kicks off today, March 15th in Buffalo Gap! 🦬Join us in celebrating the legacy of ...
03/15/2025

Smithsonian in the Gap's Buffalo Week kicks off today, March 15th in Buffalo Gap! 🦬

Join us in celebrating the legacy of the American bison with special events and a limited-time promotion at Abilene Zoo!

🎟️ March 18-20: Show your Smithsonian exhibit ticket at the zoo and receive one free Child Admission with a paying adult.

🦬 Bison Keeper Chats:
📍 March 18 & 19 | 10:30 AM – Learn about bison at the zoo. Meet at the bison habitat.
📍 March 20 | 10:00 AM – Special chat at Buffalo Gap Historic Village with Robert Trejo.

Don't miss this exciting week of history, conservation, and fun! Learn more: buffalogaptx.com

Get ready for a dino-mite surprise! 🦖 Jojo the Dino is making a special Wild Days appearance tomorrow—bringing all the r...
03/14/2025

Get ready for a dino-mite surprise! 🦖 Jojo the Dino is making a special Wild Days appearance tomorrow—bringing all the roars, fun, and epic photo ops! 📸🔥 Don't miss it!

It's a BIG day—Albert the alligator is back! 🐊 He has left his cozy winter spot and is now chilling in the wetlands, rea...
03/14/2025

It's a BIG day—Albert the alligator is back! 🐊 He has left his cozy winter spot and is now chilling in the wetlands, ready to greet his fans. Stop by and say hello to Abilene's favorite gator this spring! 👋💚

Flutter on over and celebrate Learn About Butterflies Day with us! 🦋✨ Join us tomorrow from 10 AM - 12 PM on the lawn in...
03/13/2025

Flutter on over and celebrate Learn About Butterflies Day with us! 🦋✨ Join us tomorrow from 10 AM - 12 PM on the lawn in front of the Bird Gardens & Capybara exhibit for a morning of fun! Enjoy crafts, a seed ball station, games, and take home FREE native seeds to help our pollinator friends thrive! 🌱💛 Don't miss it!

Great news! 🚗🎉 Parking at Wild Days just got a major upgrade! We've opened a brand-new parking section just for you—more...
03/13/2025

Great news! 🚗🎉 Parking at Wild Days just got a major upgrade! We've opened a brand-new parking section just for you—more space and more time for fun! See you there! ✨

Wild Days presented by Whataburger had been a ROARING success so far! 🦁 Do not miss the non-stop action packed adventure...
03/10/2025

Wild Days presented by Whataburger had been a ROARING success so far! 🦁 Do not miss the non-stop action packed adventure at Abilene Zoo through March 16th. See you there 😎

Don't forget about our incredible behind-the-scenes tours going on throughout Wild Days! Discover a part of Abilene Zoo ...
03/09/2025

Don't forget about our incredible behind-the-scenes tours going on throughout Wild Days! Discover a part of Abilene Zoo you have never seen and meet keepers and animals along the way. 🦏 🐛 🦌

Wild Days starts TODAY! From March 8 to March 16, we’ve set up temporary parking lots B, C, and D to make room for every...
03/08/2025

Wild Days starts TODAY! From March 8 to March 16, we’ve set up temporary parking lots B, C, and D to make room for everyone.
♿ Lot A has designated handicap parking for easy access.
🚗 Guests with limited mobility please use the circle drive in front of the zoo for quick drop-off!
Thank you for your patience. Our parking lot makeover is almost ready. We can’t wait to see you!

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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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Videos

February was Hoof Care Month! 🐾 🦏 The animal care team recently held a hoof care day at the zoo highlighting our hoofed animals. Check out this video to see the ins and outs of proper hoof care for our different animals.

Sargento is chowing down on his @whataburger themed lunch! Show everyone's favorite porcupine some love! 🧡

POV: you go to the behind-the-scenes rhino experience on Wild Days presented by Whataburger 🦏 check all the different experiences coming March 8th-16th at Abilenezoo.org

Just a normal day in the studio for these cool (and not awkward) animal ambassadors 🤪 Want to see more? Visit Abilene Zoo March 8th-16th to meet our animal ambassador team and learn more about our many different species! 🐂 🦉 🐦

Trust us when we say that Chuck is a sweetie pie! 🐍 Don't believe us? Come out to Wild Days sponsored by Whataburger March 8th-16th to meet him yourself!

Wild Days presented by Whataburger runs March 8th-16th! 🎉 Join us and meet Flash and other beloved animal ambassadors. Follow along to see what other animals will be at this year's event.

Send some serious cheek this Valentine’s Day! 🍑💌 From the bottom of your heart (and ours), send a Booty e-card for just $5 and make someone’s day—while showing love for the zoo in the cheekiest way possible! 😏💘 📩 abilenezoo.org/events/boops-booties/

Check out a day in the life of Volkano the Chameleon. 🦎

A One-of-a-Kind Valentine’s 💘🦌🐢 Steenboks are so rare in the United States, only Abilene Zoo and Disney’s Animal Kingdom have them! Now’s your chance to meet them—plus Aldabra tortoises—with a special Woo at the Zoo animal tour this Feb. 15! 💕 Spots are limited! https://abilenezoo.org/events/woo-at-the-zoo

Valentine's Day is just around the corner! 💓 Share the love in this fun fundraiser and surprise your loved one with a Boop or Booty E-card! 💌 Get yours now and make their day: abilenezoo.org/events/boops-booties/

You can always count on our giraffes to make you zoo visit spectacular!

Can you believe this is in .25x speed? National Geographic suggests speeds of 0 to 60 miles per hour in 1/100th of a second! #animals #natgeo #chameleon #eating #reptiles #zoo #animallovers

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