Zoo Atlanta will close early on Monday, Dec. 9 for a teammate holiday gathering. Gates will close at 2:30 p.m. and the grounds will close at 4 p.m.

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  • Zoo Atlanta is open all year long, closed only on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
  • Zoo Hours (through February 28, 2025):
    • Daily: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Last entry is 3:30 p.m.  
      • We begin to bring some of our animals in for the day a half hour prior to the grounds closing. 
      • Food stands close an hour prior to the grounds closing.
  • The following items are prohibited at Zoo Atlanta:
    • Weapons, except as permitted by law
    • Alcoholic beverages of any kind
    • See a full list of prohibited items here.

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