Jan. 19 & 20 - Zoo Closed
The Zoo will be closed to the public on Wednesday, January 19 and Thursday, January 20 due to Winter Storm Izzy.
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Welcome y'all
Advance registration is no longer required for Zoo admission. Given the continued threat of COVID-19 and variants of the virus, face masks are required for indoor areas and enclosed vehicles.
Animal Encounters in Kidzone
Get up close and personal with the North Carolina Zoo's animal ambassadors!
Animal encounters are interactive educational experiences that explore a variety of animals - what they eat, how they live, and what you can do to help the animals that live in your own backyard!
Program Times: April - October, times vary depending on weather.
Program Location: Animal Encounters are held inside Kidzone at various locations including the front porch and chalk wall area.
