The Akron Zoo Gift Shop, located inside the Barnhardt Family Welcome Center, carries a wide range of items to commemorate your visit to the zoo! 
Want to shop later, or before your visit? Check out our online store! We offer exclusive online Items, as well as items sold from our shop located in the zoo! All online exclusive items must be shipped, and any product carried in the physical gift shop can either be shipped or picked up at the zoo during operating hours!
Something for Everyone
With a wide variety of plush animals, clothing, jewelry, toys and other items, you’re sure to find a great souvenir or gift for everyone in your family or group! We also stock practical items to make your visit more enjoyable, including sunscreen, umbrellas and sunglasses.
Your Purchases Matter
When you make a purchase at the Akron Zoo Gift Shop, you are helping to provide support for animal care, education and conservation, both in our park and around the world. It is because of you that we are able to further the zoo’s mission. Thank You!
Questions? Our friendly gift shop staff are available during zoo hours to answer your questions at 330-375-2550 ext. 7210.
Pop-Up Shops
Do you make or sell products? Looking for a fun venue to sell your wares? The Akron Zoo would like to invite you to apply to be a pop-up shop during our many special events throughout the year!
2025 Pop-Up Shops are sold out. If you are interested in being an alternate, please continue through the application process. Thank you!
The booth fee is $125 and includes a tent, 1-8' table and two chairs.
Shop-A-Holidays
Nov. 16
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to sell your goods? Each year, the Akron Zoo hosts Shop-A-Holidays, a fun holiday shopping event located inside Komodo Kingdom. Apply today to be a vendor and secure your spot!
2025 Shop-A-Holidays Vendor Application
Notification of acceptance will not begin until February 2025.