From May 24 – September 7, 2026, explore ALL SEVEN AZA-accredited Kansas zoos on one unforgettable wildlife road trip!
Experience Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea at the Topeka Zoo this summer! Explore breathtaking sculptures made from ocean debris and discover how art can inspire action for our planet.
Members, Join us on Friday, August 14th, from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. for Wake & Learn to talk about Tigers!
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.
Get creative at the Topeka Zoo during Wildly Creative: Arts with the Animals! Enjoy dance, art, crafts, and music inspired by wildlife—brought to you by Ballet Midwest and community partners.
Calling all young conservationists! EcoClub is a fun, hands-on program for students in grades 5-12 who are passionate about wildlife, nature, and making a difference. Click for meeting dates, registration, and program details.
The zoos across Kansas that are accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums have teamed up this summer to give Kansas families a summer of exploring.
How does it work?
🖨️Print the passport from the website link here: https://topekazoo.org/kazoo-wild-adventure/
✔️Start your adventure at whichever Zoo you please. Present your passport at the admissions gate to receive your stamp!
7️⃣Visit & collect stamps from all 7 Kansas accredited zoos to complete your passport.
❤️Make sure your passport is completed by September 7. Mail it to Rolling Hills Zoo to be entered to win a behind-the-scenes encounter at the participating Zoo of your choice!
Winner will be selected on September 14.
Each participant must be 3 years of age or older. One passport per participant. Stamps can only be collected during regular Zoo business hours.
🐾Start your adventure now! Share and tag someone you'd like to go on a Kansas zoo road trip with.
Join the Topeka Chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK) at the Topeka Art Guild Gallery in Fairlawn Plaza for First Friday, TONIGHT, August 7, from 4:30–7:30 p.m. Enjoy food, drinks, great conversation, and browse a unique collection of paintings created by our talented animal artists and local artists.
Can't make First Friday? The artwork will be on display throughout the month of August, so you'll have plenty of opportunities to stop by.
Best of all, every painting purchased helps provide enrichment for the animals at the Topeka Zoo, supporting activities and experiences that keep them healthy, active, and engaged.
Come support local art, local wildlife, and a great cause. Which Zoo animal do you think would create the most impressive masterpiece? Share your guess in the comments!
#FirstFriday #AnimalArt #SupportWildlife #AAZK
Whether you're planning a wedding, anniversary, birthday, corporate gathering, or another special celebration, our Private Events team is ready to help bring your vision to life.
Imagine celebrating surrounded by nature's beauty while your guests experience one of Topeka's most unique venues.
Ready to start planning? Learn more here:
https://topekazoo.org/private-events/kay-mcfarland-japanese-garden-venue/
Follow these pages for venue inspiration, event ideas, and garden updates:
🌿 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kaymcfarlandjapanesegardenvenue/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kmjgv_ks/
Your unforgettable celebration begins here. 💚
Join us at the ceremonial groundbreaking for the Security Benefit Children's Zoo and the Randolph Austin Family & the Merchants of Fairlawn Plaza Shopping Center Play Zone, an exciting new destination that will inspire curiosity, hands-on learning, and unforgettable family memories for generations to come.
📅 Monday, August 10
🕦 11:30 a.m.
📍 Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center
The new Children’s Zoo will provide a one-of-a-kind destination where children and families can connect with animals through immersive, hands-on experiences that inspire compassion, encourage learning, and deepen appreciation for the essential role agriculture plays in Kansas.
The adjacent Play Zone will provide a farm-inspired space where children can climb, explore, imagine, and enjoy outdoor play.
This groundbreaking marks another exciting step in bringing our Master Plan to life, and we invite our community to celebrate with us as we begin building a place where imagination, exploration, and conservation come together.
We hope you'll join us as we kick off this exciting new chapter for the Topeka Zoo & Conservation!
Tucked in our Animals and Man building, the Bug Zoo is home to a fascinating collection of arthropods. From Brazilian Black Tarantulas to Hissing Cockroaches, there are many incredible species waiting to be discovered.
We know some of our Bug Zoo residents might look a little spooky at first glance, but there is so much more to these animals than meets the eye. Come learn about their fascinating behaviors, incredible adaptations, and the essential roles they play in our ecosystems.
Looking for an unforgettable experience? Our Bug Zoo Encounters gives groups of 4–6 guests the opportunity to get an up-close look at these amazing creatures while learning from our knowledgeable animal care staff.
Book your Bug Zoo Wild Encounter and other Wild Encounters at https://topekazoo.org/visit-the-topeka-zoo/wild-encounters
#Tarantula #HissingCockroach #BugZoo
The Eurasian Eagle-Owl is one of the world's largest birds of prey, with a wingspan of up to 6½ feet. Built for the night, it relies on exceptional hearing, outstanding low-light vision, and nearly silent flight to catch prey. They can be found throughout much of Europe, Asia and in parts of northern Africa.
Did you know?
👀Their pumpkin orange eyes can't move, so they turn their heads up to 270 degrees to scan their surroundings.
🪶Specialized feathers allow them to fly almost silently.
😋Their menu includes rabbits, rodents, birds, reptiles, and other small mammals, helping keep ecosystems in balance.
🪶Those distinctive "ear" tufts aren't ears at all; they're used for communication and camouflage.
🦉 Visit the Topeka Zoo to see our Eurasian Eagle-Owls up close, and tell us in the comments: What do you like about our Eurasian Eagle-Owls?
📷credit: Tiffany
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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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