Make your Zoo Lights visit extra special with a private igloo rental! Enjoy cozy seating, festive décor, and exclusive perks as you sip, snack, and soak in the sparkle of the season.
Members, join us on Monday, November 11, from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. for our last Wake & Learn of the year, presented by Farmers Insurance – Jarred White.
Ring in the Holiday season with Zoo Lights Presented by Evergy, one of Topeka’s treasured holiday traditions returning for its sixth season.
Santa is stopping by the Topeka Zoo for a SWEET Holiday visit - before his big night!
Celebrate the New Year in style at the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center with Toast at Ten, an exclusive cocktail event presented by SDG Architecture + Interiors, featuring a special plated dinner, entertainment, a silent auction, and a sparkling champagne toast at 10 PM.
Members, join us on Friday, March 13th, from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. for our first Wake & Learn of the year to learn more about Conservation!
Zoo Lights: Around the World returns to the Topeka Zoo this holiday season! Wander through millions of lights, festive displays, and glowing wildlife scenes.
🎟️ Tickets are ON SALE NOW — don’t wait! Reserve your date early before nights sell out.
👉 https://topekazoo.org/events/topeka-zoo-lights-around-the-world/
This year, food banks are seeing record numbers in lines & distributions. Since 1986, Project Topeka has been providing food for hungry families through its annual collections.
Food Banks Project Topeka is affiliated with in the Shawnee County include (but are by no means limited to):
- Doorstep, Inc
- Fellowship & Faith Ministries, Inc.
- I-Care, Inc.
- Let’s Help
- Topeka North Outreach
- Topeka Rescue Mission
We are proud to say this collaboration has been staff-led, with our team wanting to extend a helping hand to those in need this holiday season. Therefore, collection dates are indefinite- the collection barrel will remain in our gift shop for as long as needed. All donations go directly to Project Topeka.
Gift Shop Hours are 9 am to 5 pm, no Zoo entry required to donate.
⭐️ As a friendly reminder- the Zoo also participates in the Museums For All program. With presentation of an EBT card and valid I.D, admission tickets become $3 each.
Come enjoy a magical morning filled with:
🎄 Cookie decorating & hot cocoa
🎄 A festive holiday craft
🎄 Giraffe feeding
🎄 Story time & music
🎄 A photo opportunity with Santa
🎄 A candy cane hunt
Learn more and get tickets here! 👉 https://topekazoo.org/events/cookies-with-claus/
Host the ultimate holiday gathering at Zoo Lights — cozy, glowing, and unforgettable.
Each heated igloo includes private seating, drink service, and your own festive oasis under the lights.
🎟️ Igloos book fast — reserve now!
👉 https://topekazoo.org/events/topeka-zoo-lights-around-the-world/private-igloo-rental/
See news on our facebook page here.
2025 DATES
•Membership Only Events are in orange.
September
- Brew at the Zoo - Sept 13
- World Rivers Day - Sept 27
- Member pricing for Zoo Lights (discount codes will be emailed to members)
October
- Boo at the Zoo - Oct - 18
- Boo at the zoo - Oct -25
- Boo at the Zoo (Member Only Lane) – Saturday, October 18 (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
- Boo at the Zoo: (Member Only Lane) – Saturday, October 25 (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
November
- Zoo Lights Begins - Nov 21
- Wake & Learn – Behind the Scenes of Zoo Lights: Tuesday, November 11 (8 a.m. – 9 a.m.)
- Member pricing for Zoo Lights (discount codes will be emailed to members)
December
- Cookies with Claus - Dec 6
- Zoo Lights Closes - Dec 31
- Member pricing for Zoo Lights (discount codes will be emailed to members)
- Cookies with Claus (Member Discount): Saturday, December 6 (10 a.m. – 1 p.m.)
- Gift Membership Drive – Purchase the gift of year-round Zoo Membership!
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!
Our Mission is to enrich our community through wildlife conservation and education.
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