Topeka Zoo
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Located in the heart of Gage Park, the Topeka Zoo has been a favorite destination for kids and adults alike since the 1930s. As you enter the Zoo, your passport to adventure will take you on a journey to innovative animal exhibits – you can go on safari in Camp Cowabunga … enjoy the beautiful foliage of the tropics in the Tropical Rainforest … and interact with domestic animals in the popular Chil
06/16/2026
Happy tongue out Tuesday - we're only a month away from the opening of Tiger Trails & Den Academy! 👅
In this photo, Sumatran tiger Thomas can be seen doing the flehmen response, a facial expression that is made when an animal inhales through their mouth to help identify a peculiar scent or where it came from. 👃
🏠🐯 The tigers' new home at Tiger Trails & Den Academy is getting closer to completion each day - staff can't wait to watch the tigers take in their new space with all the new smells as well. It is an expectation to see this facial expression a lot!
Click the following to find more information about Tiger Trails & Den Academy: https://topekazoo.org/tiger-trails/
👉 Tell us in the comments: What tiger behavior are you most excited to see up close in the new habitat? Exploring? Swimming? Playing? Roaring? Let us know!
06/13/2026
Thank you for the help planting our new white oak tree, Cub Scouts! 💚🌳
Happy Friday! Here’s to hoping your weekend is this level of relaxing. 🐆
Tag or send to someone you think could use a few cat naps in the sun! ☀️
We appreciate you, Friends of the Topeka Zoo members! 💚
Feel like you missed out? Purchase any level of membership to secure your invite.
Already a member? Make sure your e-mail is up to date, so you never miss a newsletter, event invitation, or membership perk!
Membership link here: https://topekazoo.org/membership/
06/10/2026
TONIGHT - Member Appreciation Night!
This evening, Friends of the Topeka Zoo members can enjoy exclusive after-hours access to the Zoo from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Join us for:
🐢 Opportunities to meet education ambassador animals
🦒 A FREE giraffe feeding starting at 5:30 pm*
🐐 Access to the Children's Petting Zoo
🐯 Educational booths to pause at & learn from volunteer Docents
Don't miss out on the fun! Purchase or renew your membership at the following link: https://topekazoo.org/membership/
*Giraffe feedings are limited to 100 feedings for the health and diet of our animals. We highly recommend arriving at the Giraffe & Friends barn as close to the feeding start time as possible to secure a spot in line.
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635 SW Gage Boulevard
Topeka, KS
66606
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 9am - 5pm |
