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Akron Zoo At your Akron Zoo, you'll come nose-to-nose with more than 2,000 animals from around the world!
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Boo at the Zoo is for everyone! On Saturday, Oct. 24, we'll be opening at 10 a.m. for guests with different abilities to...
10/13/2026

Boo at the Zoo is for everyone! On Saturday, Oct. 24, we'll be opening at 10 a.m. for guests with different abilities to trick-or-treat without the crowds or loud noises. Learn more: https://www.akronzoo.org/zoothing-boo-at-the-zoo

10/12/2026

We had a scarily good time last weekend at Boo at the Zoo - Ultimate Fall Fest! There are only TWO more weekends to experience this Halloween tradition. Visit your favorite animals, dance till you drop with classic monsters, explore the deliciously decorated candy trail and more on Oct. 17, 18, 24 and 25.
Buy your tickets before you arrive and save: https://www.akronzoo.org/boo-at-the-zoo

Boo at the Zoo is presented by Acme Fresh Market.

✨ Are you ready to feel the magic? The Akron Zoo is hosting a fun and fearless feast on Nov. 7 and 8 from 9 - 11 a.m. Th...
10/12/2026

✨ Are you ready to feel the magic? The Akron Zoo is hosting a fun and fearless feast on Nov. 7 and 8 from 9 - 11 a.m. This one-of-a-kind event celebrates bravery, confidence and friendship with everyone's favorite fearless heroines! Tickets include a buffet style brunch, musical performances, meet and greets with heroic characters AND admission to the zoo following the event.

🎟 Purchase tickets for the whole family: https://www.akronzoo.org/royal-princess-brunch

Characters provided by Northeast Ohio Creatives.

10/11/2026

Have you ever wondered what a day in the life of an Akron Zoo employee looks like? We asked a few departments to take a photo every hour to show how different all of our jobs are! Special thanks to Education Leah, Keeper Jay, Culture Randy and Creative Kramer for sharing their days with all of us.

'Tis the season to book your holiday party at the Akron Zoo! Whether you want to book an indoor space for a company holi...
10/10/2026

'Tis the season to book your holiday party at the Akron Zoo! Whether you want to book an indoor space for a company holiday party or simply want to enjoy Wild Lights with co-workers, we have a variety of packages to meet your needs. Make your holidays wild by hosting your next party during Wild Lights at the Akron Zoo: https://www.akronzoo.org/holiday-party

Wild Lights is presented by Akron Children's.

10/09/2026

Turns out that Lolani is a Halloween girl! 🎃

Join in on the Halloween fun at the Akron Zoo beginning this weekend! Boo at the Zoo runs Oct. 10-11, 17-18 and 24-25 from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Buy tickets in advance to save: https://www.akronzoo.org/boo-at-the-zoo

Lolani cannot wait to see your costumes!

We have some boo-tiful Halloween merchandise available this month in our online Gift Shop! Choose from apparel for kids ...
10/09/2026

We have some boo-tiful Halloween merchandise available this month in our online Gift Shop! Choose from apparel for kids and adults, cups and mugs, beanies and ball caps and much more. Whether you prefer your autumn to be cute or spooky, there's a limited-edition design for everyone. Visit https://akronzoo.myshopify.com/collections/boo-at-the-zoo for some real treats!

Today, we're highlighting some of our smallest residents, the Panamanian golden frogs! Their bright yellow coloring is a...
10/08/2026

Today, we're highlighting some of our smallest residents, the Panamanian golden frogs! Their bright yellow coloring is a warning of toxicity to predators. One frog can carry enough neurotoxin on its skin to kill up to 1,000 mice. Their toxin is accumulated from the insects they eat, but in zoos, they do not eat poisonous insects.

Unfortunately, due to chytrid fungus, these frogs are believed to be extinct in the wild. However, there are thriving managed-care populations of these frogs in places like zoos and other conservation institutions. Visit these amphibians in their tank in Komodo Kingdom!

10/07/2026

🎃 🐯 Sumini is so obsessed with Halloween! In preparation for Boo at the Zoo - Ultimate Fall Fest, we’re throwing it back to last year’s fall festivities, starting with the time Sumini got to enjoy a pumpkin all to herself! You can see Sumini and our other animal residents enjoy festive enrichment during Boo at the Zoo from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Oct. 10 - 11, 17 - 18 and 24 - 25. Purchase your tickets early and save at https://www.akronzoo.org/events

Boo at the Zoo - Ultimate Fall Fest is presented by Acme Fresh Market.

You're invited to the ultimate haunted house party! Join us on Friday, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. for classic party games, cold d...
10/07/2026

You're invited to the ultimate haunted house party! Join us on Friday, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. for classic party games, cold drinks and spine-tingling thrills at a fully decorated zoo. Come dressed to impress to compete in the ultimate costume contest!
This year, we're adding a special scare zone for the adrenaline fiends. If you prefer to enjoy Fright Night without the frights, purchase a No-Scare necklace for protection or to take home as a souvenir!
Tickets are available now: https://www.akronzoo.org/fright-night
Fright Night, a haunted house party, is for guests 21 and older only, including designated drivers. Registration is required. You must bring ID to be admitted to the event. Infants and children will not be admitted.

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500 Edgewood Avenue
Akron, OH
44307

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 4pm
Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

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+13303752550

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