Akron Zoo

Hours

Peak Season
April 5 - Sept. 30
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily

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Admission

General Admission: $11 - $21
Children Under 2: FREE
Akron Zoo Members: FREE

Parking: FREE

Meet Our Newest Animal Residents!

New cub alert! We’re excited to welcome a new species for the Akron Zoo — mountain lions (also known as pumas and cougars)!

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Celebrating Black History in Perkins Woods

The temporary exhibit is back Jan 19 - Mar 3. With beautiful photographs, artifacts, and interactives, you will walk through the twists and turns of…

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Now Hiring

The Akron Zoo is hiring for seasonal positions in our Guest Services department! Seasonal employees receive discounts, flexible schedules, and the…

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Upcoming Events

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Community Awards

Apr 09

11 a.m. - 1 p.m. House Three Thirty Your Akron Zoo is hosting the fourth annual community awards! These awards will…

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Zoothing Hour

Apr 11

9 - 10 a.m. Your Akron Zoo is opening an hour early for guests with different abilities who do not like loud noises…

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Story Time with the Tortoise

Apr 14

11 a.m. Join the Akron-Summit County Public Library at the Akron Zoo for a special story time! Listen to a zoo-themed…

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Party for the Planet

Apr 18

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. We’re hosting a party to celebrate Earth Day. Join the Akron Zoo and local conservation organizations…

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Worth Your Wild!

Hours

Admission

Meet Our Newest Animal Residents!

Celebrating Black History in Perkins Woods

Now Hiring

Upcoming Events

Community Awards

Zoothing Hour

Story Time with the Tortoise

Party for the Planet

The Road to Love

Teamwork Makes the Dreamwork

Making Conservation a Way of Life

Invasive Plants and What to Do With Them

Shining Bright While Keeping Lights Out

Animal Tours Offer Unforgettable Experiences

Celebrating National Zoo and Aquarium Month

A Fun Job Doesn't Have an Age Limit

Akron Zoo Members Enjoy More