Hyacinth Macaw

Off-Season

September 3 – April 30
11 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily

If visiting on Boo at the Zoo days (Oct. 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 & 27), Boo at the Zoo tickets must be purchased.

The Akron Zoo will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 13 as the zoo participates in a joint safety drill with Akron Police Department and Akron Fire Department. 

Admission

  • Per Person: $9 - $19
  • Akron Zoo Members: FREE
  • Infants (under 2): FREE
Parking
  • FREE

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Akron Zoo Members do not need to, and should not, reserve general admission tickets online in advance. You must bring your digital membership card and photo ID when visiting to gain entry. Members must still purchase special event tickets in advance to be admitted to special events such as Boo at the Zoo and Wild Lights.

Check out our plan-ahead pricing FAQs

With the Akron Zoo's new e-commerce, all guests, including Akron Zoo members, will need to create a new online account. This will offer a better ticketing experience, with new features previously not available, such as account information, order history and the ability to access purchased tickets!

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Want to inquire about a donation from the Akron Zoo? Visit our Donation Request page to learn more.


Peak Season

May 1 – September 2
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily

Admission

  • Per Person: $9 - $19
  • Akron Zoo Members: FREE
  • Infants (under 2): FREE
Parking
  • FREE

The zoo is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

All group tickets must be booked in advance. Day-of group rates are not available. Field trips are not available for Boo at the Zoo and Wild Lights.