El Paso Zoo

El Paso Zoo Visit the El Paso Zoo Locally recognized as the Best Place to Take the Kiddos, the El Paso Zoo sits on 35 acres of fun and adventure.

Bigger and better than ever, the El Paso Zoo is an expansive green space that is home to exotic animals from around the world and features family attractions such as the Foster Tree House Playground, African Star train and the Hunt Family Desert Spring water feature. Accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA / https://www.aza.org/about-us), the El Paso Zoo celebrates the value of anim

als and natural resources and creates opportunities for people to rediscover their connection to nature. For more information, visit www.elpasozoo.org. Admission:
Baby (23months & under) – free

Child (2yrs - 12yrs) - $8.95
Non-Resident $10.95

Teen (13yrs – 17yrs) - $10.95
Non-Resident $12.95

Adult (18yrs – 59 yrs) - $13.95
Non-Resident $15.95

Senior (60+ yrs) - $10.95
Non-Resident $12.95

Active Duty Military/Spouse - $10.95 (w/valid ID)

Zoological Society Members ..........Free

Closed Monday & Tuesday* (subject to change)

Wednesday & Thursday
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Last Admission: 2:00pm

Friday - Sunday
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Last Admission 4:00 pm

09/05/2026

🙏❤️ Thank you to everyone who came out to support Int’l Vulture Awareness Day at the El Paso Zoo!
Thank you to the zoo staff, education department, our volunteers ,and our three educational partners- El Paso Audubon Society, Second Chance Wildlife Rescue, and El Paso Community College’s ARCC (Animal Rescue of Community College)!

✅ The Zoo will be OPEN on Monday, Sept. 7, Labor Day, from 9 AM - 5PM.
Have a safe and beautiful Labor Day Weekend!

❤️ The El Paso Zoo celebrates the value of animals and natural resources. It creates opportunities tor people to rediscover their connection to nature.

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The Zoo is open on LABOR DAY!We celebrate the hard work and dedication of workers everywhere — including our amazing zoo...
09/05/2026

The Zoo is open on LABOR DAY!

We celebrate the hard work and dedication of workers everywhere — including our amazing zoo staff, volunteers, and community partners who help make the zoo a special place for both our animals and our guests.

Make the El Paso Zoo part of your Labor Day weekend.

Monday, Sept 7
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Last Admission: 4:00 p.m.

09/05/2026

🙁 Vultures get a bad rap!
Come to the El Paso Zoo and find out why they are important to our ecosystems and leave appreciating this misunderstood bird.

International Vulture Awareness Day
📅 Saturday, Sept. 5
⏰ 11:00am - 1:00pm
📍 Turkey Vulture Exhibit in the Chihuahuan Desert
section

❤️ The El Paso Zoo celebrates the value of animals and natural resources. It creates opportunities tor people to rediscover their connection to nature.

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❤️🐾 Thank you to the El Paso Zoo zookeepers and supporting staff who will keep the El Paso Zoo doors open this Labor Day...
09/05/2026

❤️🐾 Thank you to the El Paso Zoo zookeepers and supporting staff who will keep the El Paso Zoo doors open this Labor Day!

The El Paso Zoo is open this Monday, Labor Day, Sept. 7, from 9am - 5pm. Last ticket is sold at 4pm.
      
❤️ The El Paso Zoo celebrates the value of animals and natural resources. It creates opportunities for people to rediscover their connection to nature.

09/04/2026

❓What three things from this frozen prey platter make up the diet of Dexter- the El Paso Zoo’s Turkey Vulture?
Take a guess and then join us this Saturday, Sept.5 to find out if you were right!

International Vulture Awareness Day
📆 Saturday, Sept. 5
⏰11:00am - 1:00pm
📍 Turkey Vulture Exhibit in the Chihuahuan Desert section
      
❤️ The El Paso Zoo celebrates the value of animals and natural resources. It creates opportunities for people to rediscover their connection to nature.

🍁🐾 This September, the zoo will spotlight a wide range of species- from our beautiful turkey vulture to the playful rabb...
09/03/2026

🍁🐾 This September, the zoo will spotlight a wide range of species- from our beautiful turkey vulture to the playful rabbits to our majestic greater one-horned rhino-, offering a chance to connect with nature in a new way. Not to mention our Chihuahuan Desert Fiesta!

Through special talks and interactive exhibits, these events will highlight the vital role each animal plays in its habitat, while also sharing how learning about them can inspire a deeper appreciation for conservation and the natural world.

Sept. 5
International Vulture Awareness Day! Come celebrate nature’s clean-up crew. Keeper Talk/Conditioning, Educational Partners, and the zoo’s Raptor Rehab Program.
- 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Sept. 20
World Rhino Day! Join the El Paso Rhino Hockey Players in raising awareness and supporting global rhino conservation efforts: Keep the Five Alive!
- 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM (Enrichment/Talk at 12:00 PM)

Sept. 26
Chihuahuan Desert Fiesta! A great opportunity to connect with the Chihuahuan Desert and the organizations working to protect and celebrate it!
- 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Sept. 27International Rabbit Day! Promoting welfare, protection, and appreciation of both wild and domestic rabbits!
- 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

❤️ The El Paso Zoo celebrates the value of animals and natural resources. It creates opportunities for people to rediscover their connection to nature.

09/02/2026

👉 Come join us for a special up-close look at our Turkey Vulture, Dexter, during a live zookeeper conditioning session by Sarah!
- Also learn about the zoo’s Raptor Rehab Program by Heather, one of the zoo’s Education Specialists, and visit the informational tables hosted by El Paso Audubon Society and Second Chance Wildlife Rescue- two of our Educational sponsors!

International Vulture Awareness Day (IVAD)
📆 Saturday, Sept. 5
⏰11:00am - 1:00pm
📍 Turkey Vulture Exhibit in the Chihuahuan Desert section

✅ Fun Fact:
A group of vultures flying together is called a.... kettle!

❤️ The El Paso Zoo celebrates the value of animals and natural resources. It creates opportunities for people to rediscover their connection to nature.

🎃👻 Step right up..... for this year’s frightfully fun, family-friendly Boo at the Zoo!- Wear your scariest, silliest, or...
09/01/2026

🎃👻 Step right up..... for this year’s frightfully fun, family-friendly Boo at the Zoo!
- Wear your scariest, silliest, or most creative costume and join the fun!
- This year’s Creepy Carnival theme will feature carnival games, educational booths, a costume contest, music, wildlife experiences, and of course, candy!

✅ Looking for individuals or groups who would love to help us bring this Creepy Carnival theme to life!
Contact: James Martinez
E-mail: [email protected]
Text: 915.493.7719

🎃 Boo at the Zoo! (Family event)
📅 October 31
⏰ 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
🧡 Members get in Free!

❤️ The El Paso Zoo celebrates the value of animals and natural resources. It creates opportunities for people to rediscover their connection to nature.

🐧💉 Penguins can’t fly, but come get a flu shot at the Coliseum! Today, come get a free flu shot at the Coliseum, located...
09/01/2026

🐧💉 Penguins can’t fly, but come get a flu shot at the Coliseum! Today, come get a free flu shot at the Coliseum, located right across from the El Paso Zoo. 
- We will be here until 7pm. Drive-thru and walk-ins welcome!
- And remember…it’s free! 

❤️ The El Paso Zoo celebrates the value of animals and natural resources. It creates opportunities for people to rediscover their connection to nature.
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Celebrate the soaring spirit of nature at the El Paso Zoo this International Vulture Awareness Day, and come learn why t...
09/01/2026

Celebrate the soaring spirit of nature at the El Paso Zoo this International Vulture Awareness Day, and come learn why these beautiful birds are known as nature’s clean-up crew.
- Enjoy interactive exhibits, keeper talks, a carcass feeding, and family-friendly activities while you visit our other Educational Partners, such as the El Paso Audubon Society.
- We will also be highlighting the El Paso Zoo’s Raptor Rehab Program, where Dexter, our Turkey Vulture, came from.

International Vulture Awareness Day (IVAD)
📆 Saturday, Sept. 5
⏰11:00am - 1:00pm
📍 Turkey Vulture Exhibit in the Chihuahuan Desert section

❤️ Fun Fact:
A group of vultures feeding on a carcass is called a wake!
      
❤️ The El Paso Zoo celebrates the value of animals and natural resources. It creates opportunities for people to rediscover their connection to nature.

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4001 E Paisano Drive
El Paso, TX
79905

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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