Special Events
Have a WILD time at the Zoo’s special events – planned just for you!
Jul 21 · Tuesday
Twilight Tuesdays
Cox Communications presents Twilight Tuesdays at the Zoo. Beat the heat during extended hours, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and enjoy $10 admission all day on Tuesdays in July.
Jul 14 · Tuesday
First Responders Day
We're saying "thank you" to our community heroes from law enforcement, fire, EMS, and dispatch by giving free admission to them and up to four guests.
Sep 12 · Saturday
Zoobilee
Wichita's wildest FUN-raiser!
Enjoy live music, delicious drinks, and delectable bites from local establishments during Sedgwick County Zoo's premier fundraiser.
Oct 06 · Tuesday
5th Grade Fire Prevention Day
Fire Prevention Day at the Zoo provides fifth-grade students an opportunity to learn about fire safety while enjoying the wilds of the Zoo.
Oct 10 · Saturday
Plant Donation Drive
Donate your unwanted plants and we'll find a new home for them in the Zoo. We accept tropical plants and perennials in containers 12-inches or larger.
Nov 04 · Wednesday
Winter Wednesday
Migrate to the Zoo for Winter Wednesdays! Every Wednesday from November through February, general admission tickets are only $5 per person.
Nov 11 · Tuesday
Veterans Day
We salute members of our nation's military, both active duty and veterans, for their dedication and service. To show our appreciation, we're offering complimentary Zoo admission to all military personnel and their immediate families.