From May 24 – September 7, 2026, explore ALL SEVEN AZA-accredited Kansas zoos on one unforgettable wildlife road trip!
Celebrate World Oceans Day at the Topeka Zoo on June 6, 2026! Discover how Kansas waterways connect to the world’s oceans and learn simple ways to protect our planet’s blue heart. Check back soon for full event details!
The kids usually have all the fun, but now it's your turn! Join us for a new and exciting camp experience for adults!
See the zoo in a whole new light with this after-hours summer tour. Enjoy exclusive access, behind-the-scenes stories, and a memorable evening of animal discovery.
Friends of the Topeka Zoo Members can beat the summer heat and enjoy an extra hour at the Zoo during Member Mornings every Saturday in July.
Details coming soon! Check back for more information about this upcoming Topeka Zoo event.
Members, Join us on Friday, August 14th, from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. for Wake & Learn to talk about Tigers!
Whether you're marveling at Topeka Zoo's new mural, or taking in the intricate details of Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea, the message is clear: choices we make can bring permanent consequences for the world's ocean life. Which of the mural's featured animals affected by water pollution resonate with you? Do you recognize any items in the Washed Ashore art as something you've thrown away before? These are questions we hope you ponder during your Zoo visit.
See the impactful art in person. Join us on Saturday, June 13 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm as we bring attention to the issues facing the Oceans of the world. Learn more about the event here: https://topekazoo.org/event-calendar/world-oceans-day/
Member Appreciation Night is this Wednesday June 10 from 5:30 - 7 pm. Join us for an exclusive evening at the Zoo, including a FREE giraffe feeding that starts at 5:30 pm at the Giraffe & Friends barn.
Want access to the fun? Purchase a membership of any level here: https://topekazoo.org/membership/
More than providing a special treat, the goal of this form of enrichment was to stimulate Tank's natural licking behaviors - mark it down as a success!
📹: Keeper Shannon
We hope all who attended Boots & Bowties presented by Noller Auto Group had a good ol' time kicking their boots up and relaxing in style.
The Zoo is much obliged to thank the following sponsors for their generosity, without whom this event would not have been possible!
Many thanks to:
HF MIXING GROUP
DL Smith Electric
Engroff Catering
Clayton Wealth Partners
Long Trucking, LLC
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Don't miss out on the Friday night fun - get your tickets NOW for live music, mechanical bull rides, delicious BBQ, thirst-quenchin' drinks, and more! V.I.P entry begins at 6 pm. Link to purchase here: https://store.topekazoo.org/#/SpecialEventsCategory/BBT
The Zoo will reopen for regular hours at 9 am tomorrow, June 6.
Looking for Friday night plans? Tickets to Boots & Bowties are STILL AVAILABLE at https://topekazoo.org/zoo-events/boots-bowties/
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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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