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Memphis Zoo is home to more than 3,500 animals representing more than 500 different species.

Looking for a calmer way to enjoy all the lights? ✨ Our first Sensory Night for our Lantern Festival, presented by Truis...
12/09/2025

Looking for a calmer way to enjoy all the lights? ✨ Our first Sensory Night for our Lantern Festival, presented by Truist, is Wednesday, December 10, with another on January 14. These evenings include lower capacity, thoughtful consideration of lights and sound, sensory rooms, and sensory-friendly activities to create a calmer experience for guests who need it.

The holidays are shining even brighter at the Memphis Zoo! Get your tickets on our website today.
https://www.memphiszoo.org/lantern-festival

We're all smiles to start the week! 😀
12/08/2025

We're all smiles to start the week! 😀

Our animals are true artists, and we can’t wait for them to show you! 🎨 Join Memphis AAZK and Memphis Zoo for Brush with...
12/07/2025

Our animals are true artists, and we can’t wait for them to show you! 🎨 Join Memphis AAZK and Memphis Zoo for Brush with the Wild, a benefit art show presented by The Memphis Art Salon, this upcoming Saturday, December 13th, from 6:00–9:00 PM at the Memphis Art Salon Gallery inside Minglewood Hall.

This fundraiser features collaborative works of art by Memphis artists and zoo animals who love to paint, benefitting the American Association of Zoo Keepers. Purchase archival-quality paintings by animals and local artists, meet the zookeepers and artists behind the project, and enjoy light hors d'oeuvres and drinks.

Free entry for Memphis Zoo members or $10 at the door for non-members. No RSVP required. Street parking is recommended.

12/05/2025

Santa Claus has rolled into Memphis Zoo, thanks to a sleigh upgrade from our friends at Mid-South Chevy Dealers! 🎅 Santa will be here for visits during our Lantern Festival, presented by Truist, on select nights. You can find him in his workshop inside the China exhibit, ready for photos and holiday cheer!

Get your tickets on our website today! The festival runs select nights now through February 1, 2026.
https://www.memphiszoo.org/lantern-festival

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12/04/2025

Conservation in Sri Lanka goes far beyond the dry lowland forests where our C.A.R.E Field Station and Base Camp are located. Just two hours away, in the Belihuloya mountainous region, Memphis Zoo joined students from the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka to brave a torrential downpour in search of Sri Lanka’s incredible wildlife that comes out at night.

What all did we find? Discover more of the remarkable biodiversity that we aim to protect alongside our partners, such as TERN (Tropical Ecosystem Research Network), in our newest vlog. 🌴

12/02/2025

The reviews are in! 🤩 Come see what everyone’s talking about at our Lantern Festival, presented by Truist.

Running select nights now through February 1, 2026, with Sensory Nights on December 10 and January 14.

https://www.memphiszoo.org/lantern-festival
Get your tickets on our website today!

Santa Claus is rolling into the Memphis Zoo on December 4 at 5:30 p.m., thanks to a sleigh upgrade from our friends at M...
12/01/2025

Santa Claus is rolling into the Memphis Zoo on December 4 at 5:30 p.m., thanks to a sleigh upgrade from our friends at Mid-South Chevy Dealers. Gates open at 5:00 p.m. Be one of the first 500 guests and you’ll get jingle bells to help parade him in. Find a spot anywhere along the parade route from the Lion exhibit to Tropical Birdhouse, Aquarium, Splash Park, and into China.

Santa will also be here for visits during Lantern Festival on December 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, and 23. You can find him in his workshop inside the China exhibit, ready for photos and holiday cheer.

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11/28/2025

Hopefully you woke up early, drank some coffee and got some good Black Friday deals! But also take a second to wish Jahe a happy birthday!
(Coffee container was empty and given as enrichment)

Jahe is celebrating her 28th birthday at the Memphis Zoo!

Happy birthday, Jahe!

Our brand new Memphis Zoo Lantern Festival, presented by Truist, has been nominated for Best Zoo Lights in USA TODAY's 1...
11/28/2025

Our brand new Memphis Zoo Lantern Festival, presented by Truist, has been nominated for Best Zoo Lights in USA TODAY's 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards. Everyone's been buzzing about it, and we need your help lighting up the leaderboards. Time is running out to help! You can vote once every day now through December 1: https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/memphis-zoo-lantern-festival-memphis-tennessee/

Don't miss your chance to see larger-than-life illuminated lanterns, glowing pathways, immersive walk-through displays, and hands-on interactive pieces crafted by the Tianyu Arts & Culture, Inc. team. Get your tickets on our website! The festival runs select nights now through February 1, 2026.

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