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ProgramsPrograms 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
- Cruise to the Galapagos Islands Discover the colorful culture of Ecuador and experience close encounters with animals found nowhere else on earth.
- Project Ark STEM education programs for EBR school grades 1-5
- Virtual Programs Educational videos and resources for offsite learning
- 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
- 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 Support BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo by "adopting an animal" at the zoo!
- Memorial Bench Program These benches offer a meaningful place for reflection while supporting the Zoo’s mission of conservation and education.
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Today's Hours 9:30am–5:00pm (Last Entry 4:00pm)
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Wednesday Afternoon Discount
BREC's Baton Rouge ZooWednesday, April 01, 2026 2:00pm–4:00pm
Visit the Zoo EVERY Wednesday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. for $3.00 + tax per person. Zoo grounds close at 5 p.m.
Upcoming Dates
- Wednesday, April 8, 2026
- Wednesday, April 15, 2026
- Wednesday, April 22, 2026
- Wednesday, April 29, 2026
- Wednesday, May 6, 2026
