Zoo Atlanta will close early on Sat., September 20 for Sippin’ Safari. Last entry will be 1:30 p.m., grounds will close at 3 p.m. 

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Sippin' Safari

A wine festival like no other!

Sippin’ Safari tickets are on sale now. Don’t miss tastings from leading winemaking regions, live music, evening animal viewing, and more.

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Senior Day presented by Kaiser Permanente

Join Zoo Atlanta in celebrating our community’s seniors

Visit a nighttime wonderland featuring vistas of hand-crafted, illuminated wildlife and awe-inspiring sights celebrating the diversity of the natural world.

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Save on area attractions with your Zoo Atlanta Membership!

Members will enjoy discounts at participating metro Atlanta destinations throughout the month of September.

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All aboard!

Now open! Ride the all-new Safari Express aboard the Norfolk Southern Zoo Train!

Our beloved train experience has been redesigned and reimagined to feature narration by guest conductor Skylar on a journey through the world of animal superpowers, with new sights and fascinating facts connecting kids to wildlife.

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Positive behaviors in zoo animals

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August 11, 2025

Beyond the Zoo … and You!

If you’ve been keeping up with our Conservation Blogs this year, you may know that in 2025 we’ve been highlighting...
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September 11, 2025

The amazing mechanics of cat tongues

One of the most unique features of cats is their rough tongue. I’m sure most pet cat owners have noticed...
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September 15, 2025

Tickets are now on sale for IllumiNights at the Zoo

The wonders of life on Earth come aglow with the return of IllumiNights at the Zoo, lighting up the holiday...
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