Celebrate Earth Day at the Topeka Zoo on April 18, 2026! Enjoy hands-on activities, educational exhibits, and conservation fun for the whole family.
Celebrate Earth Day at the Topeka Zoo on April 22 from 5:00–7:00pm during Girl Scout & About. Enjoy crafts, activities, and learning opportunities with fellow scouts. Advance registration required.
Shop native plants at the Topeka Zoo’s Annual Native Plant Sale, April 24–May 4 online and in person on May 9. Plants are $5 each, and proceeds support conservation.
Sip, stroll, and celebrate at Roar & Pour Wine Fest 2026! Enjoy wine tastings, live music, and local flavors during an unforgettable evening at the Topeka Zoo.
Members, join us on Wednesday, April 29th, from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. to learn about the Japanese Garden.
Celebrate Safe Kids Day at the Zoo on May 2, 2026! Enjoy games, entertainment, and safety-themed fun while learning simple ways to keep kids safe and healthy.
This year's featured performer for Roar & Pour is...
🥁*drum roll*🥁
The Stolen Winnebagos!
Check out the link below to view & listen to one of their previous performances:
https://youtu.be/CJBXQeG8bIM
Link to purchase Roar & Pour tickets or view more information: https://store.topekazoo.org/#/SpecialEventsCategory/RoarAndPour
The next species to be featured on our new mural, which raises awareness on the effects of plastic pollution in North America's waterways, is the North American river otter!
This species, like a few others in the mural, is a Kansas native species. The presence of otters in a river system is a good indicator that the ecosystem is healthy as they have very specific needs to be able to thrive. For example, the water must be clear of debris/pollutants for them to be able to see, hunt, and maneuver - making the river otter a species heavily affected by plastic & litter accumulating in rivers.
This mural, which faces the Zoo's main parking lot, is being completed by aerosol artist Abstract Dissent thanks to the support of The Rotary Club of Topeka. Visitors are welcome to come see the mural in progress - no Zoo admission required.
❓Want to guess the final species to be featured? Here's your hint: it very well may be the most symbolic species to the United States, as this species is typically used as the symbol of freedom.
Nope. Lions Tatu and Asante are just THAT photogenic. 💅
📸 (1,3): Keeper Melissa
📸 2: Kim B.
On Friday, Topeka Zoo's elephant management team united with team members from both Sedgwick County Zoo and Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium to partake in what is called a 'Down Animal Drill'. This includes training from professionals at ASAR Training and Response where team members learn how to set up an intricate pulley system (among other tools) that would aide caretakers in the event of an emergency where a large animal is in need of help standing or finding stability. This is useful for not only elephant caretakers but for species such as rhinos, hippos, or giraffe. As a facility housing 3 of those listed species including a geriatric, 56-year-old African elephant, this training is crucial for our team to be prepared for worst-case scenarios. It was incredibly special to host friends and colleagues from nearby Zoos for this important professional development.
Speaking of our 56-year-old elephant, Saturday kicked off with her birthday bash! Tembo's 'royal court' threw her a birthday fit for a queen complete with a castle made out of boxes, a cantaloupe cake, and streamers all around the elephant yard!
This new mural is washing up excitement from our community- we’re curious to see if anyone has ideas on what animals could be next to be featured.
Here’s a few hints:
💧This mural project aims to draw attention to some key species along North America’s waterways that are affected by plastic pollution.
🏞️ The next species to be featured is an indicator species - their presence usually means a river system is healthy since they have very specific adaptations and needs to thrive.
🌻 Both of the final species are Kansas natives!
This mural project is beautifully designed & completed by aerosol artist @abstractdissent with the support of the Rotary Club of Topeka. Visitors are welcome to come by and see the work in progress, no Zoo admission required (although we’d love to see you!).
See news on our facebook page here.
The last two weekends in October are all set for spooky, family fun! Visit vendors, collect candy, giveaways, and more! Dress up as your favorite characters, goblins, witches, and ghosts and we will see you SOON!
Ring in the Holiday season with Zoo Lights Presented by Evergy, one of Topeka’s treasured holiday traditions returning for its sixth season.
Enjoy a memorable night tucked away from the cold at the 2025 Topeka Zoo Lights! Our Igloos provide a cozy, secluded space to enjoy this Winter Wonderland all evening long. Whether celebrating a birthday, anniversary or having a night out with friends or coworkers. Elevate your experience with your very own private igloo!
Santa is stopping by the Topeka Zoo for a sweet holiday visit—before his big night! Come enjoy a magical morning filled with: Cookie decorating & hot cocoa, A festive holiday craft, Giraffe feeding, Storytime & music, A photo opportunity with Santa, and a candy cane hunt!
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