John Ball Zoo

John Ball Zoo Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan
A non-profit organization dedicated to saving
Wildlife and Wild Places🐾🌳
(22048)

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.

01/06/2026

The week after holiday break, trying to get your kids ready for school like… 😅

📸: Zookeeper Amanda

POV: The holidays are over, it’s Monday… and you don't want to leave your cozy den. 😴
01/05/2026

POV: The holidays are over, it’s Monday… and you don't want to leave your cozy den. 😴

01/03/2026

New year, same Hugo 😍

📸: Zookeeper Amanda

01/01/2026

Starting the New Year off right with a cold plunge… mink style ❄️

Artemis came prepared: dense fur, endless energy, zero complaints. 🥶

📸: Zookeeper Amanda

12/31/2025

Looking back at some of your favorite moments of 2025 🥳

Step into a world of wonder ✨The Grand Rapids Lantern Festival returns for its fourth year at John Ball Zoo with Realms ...
12/29/2025

Step into a world of wonder ✨

The Grand Rapids Lantern Festival returns for its fourth year at John Ball Zoo with Realms of Wonder. Journey through three immersive realms: Fantasy, Underwater, and Cultural, featuring breathtaking new lantern displays and hands-on experiences. 🏮

Tickets go on sale in March, and members receive early access! Stay tuned for updates. 🐉

There’s still time to take advantage of our special holiday membership offer! Purchase a membership before Dec. 31 and save 10%. 🙌 Enjoy unlimited FREE Zoo admission, discounted tickets to the Grand Rapids Lantern Festival, 20% off food, beverages, and gift shop purchases, and more: jbzoo.org/membership/

Start the year with an adventure! ✨ One week until Spring Break Zoo Camp registration opens on Saturday, Jan. 3 at 8AM. ...
12/27/2025

Start the year with an adventure! ✨ One week until Spring Break Zoo Camp registration opens on Saturday, Jan. 3 at 8AM. Kids in kindergarten through 5th grade can explore, discover, and make unforgettable memories with up-close animal encounters and behind-the-scenes fun.

Learn more at: jbzoo.org/education/camp 🐞

Wishing you a purr-fect holiday season, from all of us at John Ball Zoo to you 🎄
12/25/2025

Wishing you a purr-fect holiday season, from all of us at John Ball Zoo to you 🎄

12/24/2025

Stockings were hung by the chimney with care… and our spider monkeys couldn’t resist the festive fun! 🐒

These paper-mâché goodies, crafted with love by our talented zoo schoolers, made the perfect holiday enrichment. 🎄

12/21/2025

First day of winter ft. cold-weather icons & very brave first-timers ⛄

📸: Zookeeper: Amanda, Hannah, Stacy, Sam, and Sarah

Brrr… is it too early to start dreaming of Spring Break? 🌷🌞 Registration for Spring Break Zoo Camp opens at 8AM on Satur...
12/20/2025

Brrr… is it too early to start dreaming of Spring Break? 🌷🌞 Registration for Spring Break Zoo Camp opens at 8AM on Saturday, January 3rd. Kids in kindergarten through 5th grade can dive into full-day adventures filled with behind-the-scenes experiences, up-close animal encounters, and all the wild excitement Zoo Camp has to offer!

Tap to discover more and register today: jbzoo.org/education/camp/ 🐻

Address

1300 Fulton Street West
Grand Rapids, MI
49504

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+16163364300

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