Open Today: 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
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A group of Winter guests entering the Zoo. Three individuals including one adult and two kids walk over a large cement bridge that has tall handrails on either side and two tall informational signs placed at either end. In the background are trees, colorful pennant flags, and blue banners with pictures of Winter animals on them.

Jingle in the Jungle

Event Dates
Mon, Dec 15 2025, 9am - Fri, Dec 19 2025, 4pm
Cost

$5 Admission

To celebrate the season of giving, the North Carolina Zoo is delighted to announce a December promotion to give back to the community: Jingle in the Jungle! From Dec. 15-19, all general admission is $5 for entry to the North Carolina Zoo. No other discounts apply; in-person sales only (no online reservations).

The North Carolina Zoo is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the winter months and is closed to the public on Christmas Day (Wednesday, Dec. 25). Note that the Africa parking lot and ticket booths are closed for the winter, but guests can visit the entire park by entering through the North America ticket booths.