John Ball Zoo

John Ball Zoo Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan
A non-profit organization dedicated to saving
Wildlife and Wild Places🐾🌳
(22106)

John Ball Zoo is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation committed to the advancement of public education on the need for wildlife conservation and preservation. John Ball Zoo has over 2,000 animals including lions, tigers, chimpanzees, and red pandas, indoor and outdoor exhibits, an aquarium, interactive experiences, and so much more.

07/04/2025

This is your sign to dive into the weekend like these pool partyers🦩🍉

If you guessed pygmy hippo, you were right! 🦛💕We’re thrilled to announce that Penelope is expecting her first calf—the v...
07/03/2025

If you guessed pygmy hippo, you were right! 🦛💕

We’re thrilled to announce that Penelope is expecting her first calf—the very first for both her and Jahari! This is an exciting milestone for both Penelope and the conservation of this incredible species.

These photos are all the proof you need—it’s the perfect time to visit Penelope and her perfectly round belly.

07/02/2025

It’s CORN… and World Porcupine Day! 🌽 Poppy’s celebrating in the cutest, crunchiest way.

📸: Zoo Educator Enya

Working hard before the long weekend like... 🧑‍💻🥱
07/02/2025

Working hard before the long weekend like... 🧑‍💻🥱

𝙊𝙪𝙧 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙣!✨Skip the construction on Fulton and enter the Zoo from our brand-new Butterworth St. entra...
07/01/2025

𝙊𝙪𝙧 𝙣𝙚𝙬 𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙣!✨Skip the construction on Fulton and enter the Zoo from our brand-new Butterworth St. entrance—right across from the Coca-Cola plant. 🐾

06/30/2025

Coming soon… one very big baby! 🍼 Can you guess who’s expecting? 💕

Tune in Thursday, July 3rd, to find out! 😁

06/27/2025

Step 1: Get the box. Step 2: Think outside the box 🧺

Even our lynx are getting in the puzzle-solving spirit. You can too at Locked Zoo: Cryptic Cats | July 11 6PM-9PM 🐾

Get your team, grab your phone, and prepare to crack the wildest codes the Zoo has to offer 🔍

jbzoo.org/events/locked-zoo-cryptic-cats-july11/

🚨 Update: We're OPEN! 🚨Our power is back on! Swing by today for World Ocean Day! Meet Moana, Maui, Ariel & Jack Sparrow,...
06/26/2025

🚨 Update: We're OPEN! 🚨

Our power is back on! Swing by today for World Ocean Day! Meet Moana, Maui, Ariel & Jack Sparrow, enjoy animal encounters, live music, crafts & more! Wear a Hawaiian tee for $2 off at the gate. 🌊

🚨 Zoo Closure Update 🚨John Ball Zoo is currently closed due to a power outage caused by a fire on a city utility pole th...
06/25/2025

🚨 Zoo Closure Update 🚨
John Ball Zoo is currently closed due to a power outage caused by a fire on a city utility pole that has impacted our electricity. Our team is working closely with city crews to monitor the situation.

We appreciate your patience and understanding during this unexpected closure. Please stay tuned for updates — we’ll reopen as soon as it’s safe to do so.

This bird’s got a beak built for impact, and a role built for connection 🌳Norman is a rescued pileated woodpecker and a ...
06/25/2025

This bird’s got a beak built for impact, and a role built for connection 🌳

Norman is a rescued pileated woodpecker and a unique ambassador animal here at the Zoo. His enrichment walks allow guests to learn about his species and the role woodpeckers play in our ecosystem. He recently turned 4, and we’re so proud of how far he’s come! 🧡🎉

06/23/2025

Pool rules: Must be majestic. Mabelle qualifies. 🤿🐯

Amur tigers live in cold forests, but in summer they love water to beat the heat, just like us! 🧊

It’s a paws-itively special day 🐾 🎂We’re celebrating Pumpkin the Highland cow’s 3rd birthday AND Wyatt the red panda’s 1...
06/21/2025

It’s a paws-itively special day 🐾 🎂

We’re celebrating Pumpkin the Highland cow’s 3rd birthday AND Wyatt the red panda’s 13th! From Pumpkin’s adorable moos to Wyatt’s tree-top naps, these two are fan favorites—and today, it’s all about them. 🎉

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1300 Fulton Street West
Grand Rapids, MI
49504

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 6pm

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