Saving Wildlife and Wild Places

High Priority Alerts

Thursday, July 9 - Early Closing: The main zoo closes at 3pm, last entry 2pm. Tisch Children's Zoo exhibit closes at 5pm, last entry 4pm. 4-D Theater last show at 4:30pm.

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Please Note: Central Park Zoo will be closing early (3pm) on July 9, 23, and 29. Last entry at 2pm.

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Today at the Zoo

Time	Event
10:00 AM	Zoo Opens
10:40 AM	Penguin Feeding
11:30 AM	Sea Lion Feeding
2:30 PM	Penguin Feeding
3:30 PM	Sea Lion Feeding
4:00 PM	Last Entry
5:00 PM	Zoo Closes

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“Our first trip to Central Park Zoo was amazing. The exhibits they offer are not only fascinating, but super informative.”

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“This zoo blew my mind. For being so small it packs a serious punch and is absolutely gorgeous.”

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“A great experience on every visit. The staff is always helpful, the park is always clean and everyone is willing to help at any time”

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