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Today's Hours 9:30am–5:00pm (Last Entry 4:00pm)

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Programs
Programs Learn at the Zoo with spring and summer camps, or bring the Zoo to you in your home or classroom!
- Field Trips Come explore wildlife in nature's own classroom
- Zoo Camps Year-round camps for spring, summer, fall and winter breaks
- Zoo Krewe Volunteer program for teens, with hands-on training
- Safari Night Learn about the Zoo's animals on an overnight adventure
- Zoo & Me Morning Animal encounters and art projects for 3 to 5 year-olds
- Zoo Mobile Bring the Zoo to your classroom with educational visits
- Project Ark STEM education programs for EBR school grades 1-5
- Virtual Programs Educational videos and resources for offsite learning
- Educator's Guide
- Silent Auction Requests For qualifying non-profit organizations
Support
Support Get involved with the Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation by supporting the Zoo's major events, wildlife conservation efforts, volunteering, and more.
- Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation 501(c)3 non-profit supporting the Zoo's major events
- Donate Make an immediate impact on the Zoo with a tax-deductible gift
- Amazon Wish List Purchase toys, treats and other fun items for animals
- Volunteering Fun, challenging, and rewarding opportunities
- Conservation Efforts Learn about the Zoo's conservation efforts and how you can help
- Sponsorship Current sponsor opportunities for the Zoo's programs & events
- Adopt an Animal
About

3601 Thomas Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70807

Today's Hours
9:30am–5:00pm (Last Entry 4:00pm)

Siamang

Malayan Tiger

Galapagos Tortoise

Galapagos Tortoise

Pygmy Hippopotamus

Pygmy Hippopotamus

Chilean Flamingo

Chilean Flamingo

Indian Rhinoceros

Indian Rhinoceros

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Zoo Lights

Through Saturday, December 30
6 days

Please join us this year for an all-new Zoo Lights, presented by Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health. Present a non-perishable food item to donate to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank during event hours to receive a 50% discount from the regular admission price.

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Wednesday Afternoon Discount

Wednesday Afternoon Discount

2:00pm–4:00pm

Visit the Zoo every Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for $1.50 + tax per person. Zoo grounds close at 5 p.m.

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Zoo & Me Morning

Zoo & Me Morning

9:30am–11:30pm

Every Zoo & Me Morning incorporates exciting activities including animal encounters, art projects, "Zooper" snacks and many other hands-on projects that you and your child can enjoy together.

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Field Trips

Come explore wildlife in nature's own classroom.

Zoo Camps

Year-round camps for spring, summer, fall and winter breaks.

Zoo Krewe

Volunteer program for teens, with hands-on training

Safari Night

Learn about the Zoo's animals on an overnight adventure

Zoo & Me Morning

Zoo & Me Morning

Animal encounters and art projects for 3 to 5 year-olds

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo Shines Bright with Zoo Lights

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo Shines Bright with Zoo Lights

November 14, 2023

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo Shines Bright with Zoo Lights, Presented by Our Lady of the Lake Children's Health East Baton Rouge Parish– BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, is gearing up to illuminate the holiday season with its enchanting Zoo Lights event, proudly presented by Our Lady of the Lake Children's Hospital. This year, the light display will be different than years past, promising a fresh and unique experience that will dazzle and captivate visitors of all ages. View Details

Get Ready for a Fa-BOO-lous Adventure at BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo's

Get Ready for a Fa-BOO-lous Adventure at BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo's "Boo at the Zoo"!

October 05, 2023

Baton Rouge, LA – BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo is thrilled to announce the return of the beloved family-friendly Halloween event, "Boo at the Zoo," presented by Hancock Whitney. This year's event will take place on October 21, 22, 28, and 29, coinciding with the zoo's regular admission hours. The festivities are sure to create memorable moments and cherished family traditions. View Details

Art For Animals Festival at Baton Rouge Zoo: Calling Artists to Support Wildlife Conservation

Art For Animals Festival at Baton Rouge Zoo: Calling Artists to Support Wildlife Conservation

August 31, 2023

BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo invites artists 14 years and older to submit their work to the Baton Rouge Zoo’s Inaugural Art for Animals Exhibition. We are looking for artwork in any style that is inspired by nature, wildlife, zoology, wild animals, conservation, and other similar topics. The artwork must be an original work of art, not from a kit or copied from other works of art. View Details