BREW AT THE ZOO IS CANCELLED 😭

After evaluating the wellness concerns and the number of changes we had already made to the event to stay within the county guidelines, it is with a heavy heart that we share this news with you. Our non-profit organization continues these fundraisers each year to provide exciting and unique encounters in our efforts to raise funds, and proceeds from each go to support the zoo in its mission to promote wildlife conservation and education. While the fundraising aspect is so crucial, and our organization expected to raise $60,000 from this event going into the year, the quality and experience you pay for are just as important.

We are very sorry for any inconvenience caused, and we hope that you continue to support our next fundraising event. Those that already purchased tickets, we will be refunding the entire amount paid in the next seven days. Those that paid with check or cash will take a little longer. If you wish to donate your ticket purchase as a contribution to our non-profit, please reach out to Shelby Revelle at shelbyr@fotz.org before Tuesday, July 14th. If you haven't purchased yet and want to donate the ticket price as a donation, visit the website - bit.ly/brewatthetopekazoo and click tickets for the donation option. ❤

For now.. we wish that you all stay healthy, and it's the weekend, so crack open a beer soon and CHEERS!! We can't wait for the day we can have you back in the zoo enjoying tastings again. 🍻 ... See more

Our staff at the Topeka Zoo wear masks to protect our fellow coworkers, our animals, and each of you - our guests that we get to see each day. During this time with Resolution No. 2020-44 regarding face masks, we ask that you think of our staff, the fellow guests, and the animals you love visiting as you put on a mask to come to the zoo.

Due to the Board of County Commissioners Resolution No. 2020-44, the use of face masks or face coverings are required to enter the Topeka Zoo. Masks or face coverings are required to be worn in all buildings including the Lorikeet Feeding Aviary and Saving Sharks. Masks or face coverings are also required to be worn outside during the zoo visit when social distancing cannot be accommodated.

If a person qualifies under an exemption not to wear a mask, we ask that they stay at least six feet away from other guests and staff.

For more COVID-19 guidelines, please visit https://topekazoo.org/covid-19-updates/. ... See more

Opening this August. We cannot wait for you to see this stunning space.

Every little detail matters, as we work hard to finsh this Topeka Zoo project. The end result of the hard work is a project worth being proud of. Great work KBS Team & GLMV Architecture, Inc.

Happy 150th Anniversary to Kaw Valley Bank AND the Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library!!! 🎉 We are celebrating this Sunday, July 12th at the Topeka Zoo.🦒

Thank you to Kaw Valley Bank for providing free entry to the first 150 kids, and to the Library who will be giving away with that free admissions a brand new book to go home with called "Juma the Giraffe." Admission gates open at 9 am! 📚 ... See more

Avana is now a little over a month old and is growing quickly! She is spending more and more time out of the nest box as mom, Cleo, allows and is starting to eat some of her fruits and veggies 🙂 We can't get over how cute she is!!!

📷: Keeper Kristyn ... See more

Happy Independence Day! Our American Pronghorn Antelope sure are getting in the spirit!!🤩🇺🇸 We are open so make sure you come visit us before your evening festivities!🎆🎆 #bornintheusa #fourthofjuly

📷: Shelley Kinsey ... See more

We know it’s not CATurday but this video is too fun to wait until tomorrow to post! The Lions got an old Hippo toy and we think it’s a hit!

Our Lions are geriatric. Asante and Zuri are 16 years old and Avus will be 16 years old in October. Our Animal Care staff is very creative with ways to exercise and enrich our older animals. 🤩🤩 ... See more

Mid-week feels. #sleepylion 📸: Amy Swift Thompson

As June comes to an end, it's a good time to remember that people are as diverse as the species we care for. We are a zoo for all.

📷: Megan Burns

The Orangutans had a blast with our Zoo Keepers old shoes!

Our Animal Care staff gets creative with enrichment to ensure our animals are mentally stimulated. We think the shoes were a big hit! #shoemuchfun ... See more