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Stingray Cove has been a beloved Memphis Zoo seasonal exhibit for the last decade. Visitors enjoy putting their hand in the water and touching and feeding stingrays and small bamboo sharks, all while learning about these unique marine creatures. This will be the last year we will host stingrays at our zoo for the time being. We would like to thank all the visitors who have come over the years to have this close experience with us! Don’t miss out on your chance to have a close... Read More

Start putting together your best costumes for the opening weekend of this year’s Zoo Boo! There are so many exciting new things to experience at Zoo Boo this year, such as the Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree, the Mad Scientist Lab, and the Tesla Coil Show. There will also be returning favorites like Magic Mr. Nick and the pumpkin patch. Be ready for lots of candy and spooky events all weekend long! To reserve your spot, please go online and purchase your tickets at ... Read More

The Memphis Zoo is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Grind City Brewery and celebrate the creation of our first beer, Zoo Brew! Zoo Brew is a crisp pilsner styler lager with lime that is a refreshing drink to have in hand as you adventure through the zoo. The can features a vibrant Louisiana pine snake to highlight one of our most successful conservation programs here at the zoo. The Memphis Zoo has been the leader in saving the Louisiana pine snake since 2010. By purchasing and... Read More

Have you visited the zoo since our Australian mates hopped over in March? The experience you’ll have when walking through Kangazoo is simply unmatched. You will be walking among the kangaroos under the trees and experience these beautiful animals face to face. Kangaroos will be closing for the season on October 31 st . So be sure to come visit the Roos before they leave! No need to fret, they will be returning Spring 2022 better than ever!   Admission for Kangazoo is $4... Read More

Final Days of the Flock Together Show!   There is one week left to come see the Flock Together Bird Show! During this show you will witness birds of all species fly right over your head. This show includes guest participation where you will have the opportunity to connect with birds from all over the world right here in your own city! The Flock Together Bird Show is free with regular zoo admission with show times at 12:00pm and 3:00pm. The last day to see this show is October... Read More