upcoming events

  • Photography class

    Animals in Focus Photography Class

    Saturday, September 20 - Saturday, December 27

    Join us for a 90-minute walk around the Phoenix Zoo where we will learn the basics of photography including composition, lighting and capturing emotion. The class takes place two times each month on a Wednesday and a Saturday. Visit the link below for the dates!

    Info & Tickets
  • Roars & Pours

    Thursday, October 02

    Guests 21 and older can sip and stroll select Zoo trails while enjoying craft brews, wine and food. Plus, animal encounters, yard games, live music, entertainment and more!

    Info & Tickets
  • Comic Conservation

    Saturday, October 04

    Save the date! Comic Conservation exhibit opening celebration, October 4, 2025 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Meet the artists, activities and more!

    Info & Tickets
  • Spooky Safari

    Wednesday, October 22 - Friday, October 24

    The Phoenix Zoo is hosting three spook-tacular nights featuring trick-or-treating, ghoulish games, creepy crafts, and more!

    Info & Tickets
  • Cruise ZooLights

    Sunday, November 02 - Monday, January 19

    Cruise ZooLights is back with TWO NIGHTS to drive you WILD!

    Info & Tickets
  • Roars & Pours

    Thursday, November 06

    Guests 21 and older can sip and stroll select Zoo trails while enjoying craft brews, wine and food. Plus, animal encounters, yard games, live music, entertainment and more!

    Info & Tickets
  • ZooLights

    Wednesday, November 26 - Friday, January 16

    You’ll find adventure EVERYWHERE at the Valley’s favorite holiday tradition, ZooLights!

    Info & Tickets

Interested in volunteering for one of our events? Follow this link to apply!

There’s always something happening at the Phoenix Zoo!

Plan your visit today!

The Phoenix Zoo is one of the largest non-profit zoos in the U.S., caring for over 3,000 animals, with nearly 400 species represented, including many threatened/endangered species.

Plan your visit today!

The Phoenix Zoo is one of the largest non-profit zoos in the U.S., caring for over 3,000 animals, with nearly 400 species represented, including many threatened/endangered species.