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12/25/2025 The Little Rock Zoo and GloWILD will be closed today in observance of the Holiday. The Zoo will re-open at regular hours December 26, 2025.

12/18/2025 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM | Café Africa Sweet news for Members! Join us on December 18, 2025 for Cocoa & Cookies Night at GloWILD. Enjoy free treats in the Café (available while supplies last) while you stroll through…

12/14/2025 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM in the Pavilion Santa is coming to GloWILD! The magic of the holidays shines even brighter at GloWILD! On select nights, Santa himself will join the celebration, spreading cheer among the glowing lanterns. Bring…

12/14/2025 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM in the Pavilion Santa is coming to the Zoo! Celebrate the season with a special daytime visit from Santa! Kids (and kids at heart!) can share their holiday wishes, take a festive photo with…

12/11/2025 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Last Admission 8:30 PM Join us on Thursday, December 11, 2025, for a special evening where event lights and sounds are adjusted for sensory sensitivity. All guests are welcome! GloWILD Sensory Night Features…

12/5 ; 12/6; 12/7/2025 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM in the Pavilion Santa is coming to GloWILD! The magic of the holidays shines even brighter at GloWILD! On select nights, Santa himself will join the celebration, spreading cheer among the…

LITTLE ROCK (August 7, 2025) – When we first introduced our bush dog pair to the Little Rock Zoo, we shared the story of their journey from France to Arkansas—a carefully coordinated effort made possible through international collaboration and the…

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (July 7, 2025) – Today, the Little Rock Zoo showcased the grand opening of two extraordinary exhibits: Isle of the Dragon: Komodo Exhibit and Hidden Corners of the World: Uncommon Creatures, just in time for Hiland Dairy Dollar Day…

LITTLE ROCK (June 26, 2025) – The Little Rock Zoo is sad to announce the passing of its youngest male orangutan, Kota, who passed earlier this week from encephalitis. The animal care staff observed Kota showing signs of lethargy. The Zoo…

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (June 24, 2025) — Today, City of Little Rock officials and Zoo representatives held a groundbreaking ceremony to introduce “Project Zoo: Wildly Reimagined.” A bold new construction project that reflects the Zoo’s passion for creating enriched environments for animals and…