The Akron Zoo Gift Shop, located inside the Barnhardt Family Welcome Center, carries a wide range of items to commemorate your visit to the zoo!
Something for Everyone
With a wide variety of plush animals, clothing, jewelry, toys and other items, you’re sure to find a great souvenir or gift for everyone in your family or group! We also stock practical items to make your visit more enjoyable, including sunscreen, umbrellas and sunglasses.
Your Purchases Matter
When you make a purchase at the Akron Zoo Gift Shop, you are helping to provide support for animal care, education and conservation, both in our park and around the world. It is because of you that we are able to further the zoo’s mission. Thank You!
Questions? Our friendly gift shop staff are available during zoo hours to answer your questions at 330-375-2550 ext. 7210.
Pop-Up Shops
Do you make or sell products? Looking for a fun venue to sell your wares? The Akron Zoo would like to invite you to apply to be a pop-up shop during our many special events throughout the year!
2025 Pop-Up Shop dates are now available! Acceptance will begin in January 2025.
The booth fee is $125 and includes a tent, 1-8' table and two chairs.
Shop-A-Holidays
Nov. 16
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to sell your wares? Each year, the Akron Zoo hosts Shop-A-Holidays, a fun holiday shopping event located inside Komodo Kingdom. Apply today to be a vendor and secure your spot!
We are no longer accepting vendor applications for 2024 Shop-A-Holidays.