The Zoo will be temporarily closed from 9/30-10/3 for maintenance of our grounds and exhibits. We will reopen at 10am on Friday, October 4th.
During the closure, Zoo members get free access to the Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum (access valid only during normal PPH business hours) Take advantage of this by showing your Zoo membership ID to the PlayHouse staff upon entry. The PlayHouse welcomes your family for a day of exploration, education, and creativity!
The imperial flower of Japan, the chrysanthemum…explore its rich history and the beauty of Japanese Gardens. Step inside our Conservatory this Fall and see a botanical wonderland of tropical plants and of course, mums! The annual mum show is a community tradition and a wonderful way to greet the Fall season, with family and friends.
Runs October 11 through November 3. The Garden is open daily from 10am-5pm, with last admission at 4:30pm.
Garden admission is free but donations are appreciated.
Immerse yourself in the magic of autumn at the zoo! Celebrate the harvest season with us as we bring you a day full of family-friendly fun and festivities. Enjoy live entertainment, capture memories at our photo ops, indulge in special concessions, and explore unique vendors, all while witnessing exciting animal enrichment activities. Join us each Saturday in October from 10 AM to 3 PM for our not-so-spooky daytime extravaganza. Delight in fun additional experience (charges may apply) like pumpkin and gourd decorating, creating your own harvest trail mix, engaging games, crafts and more. Don’t miss out on this perfect way to experience the joy of fall!
No registration/ticket required; just drop in. Included with zoo admission/membership. Some additional paid experiences are available.
Immerse yourself in the magic of autumn at the zoo! Celebrate the harvest season with us as we bring you a day full of family-friendly fun and festivities. Enjoy live entertainment, capture memories at our photo ops, indulge in special concessions, and explore unique vendors, all while witnessing exciting animal enrichment activities. Join us each Saturday in October from 10 AM to 3 PM for our not-so-spooky daytime extravaganza. Delight in fun additional experience (charges may apply) like pumpkin and gourd decorating, creating your own harvest trail mix, engaging games, crafts and more. Don’t miss out on this perfect way to experience the joy of fall!
No registration/ticket required; just drop in. Included with zoo admission/membership. Some additional paid experiences are available.
Discover the holiday magic at Santa’s Secret Garden! Bring the family for an unforgettable afternoon filled with festive cheer. Kids can meet Santa himself and create a special holiday craft with the talented Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum staff. Wander through the enchanting Poinsettia Show, where vibrant blooms light up the season in a dazzling display. Warm up with a cozy drink at the Merry Mug and stick around Garden to cap off your visit with a stroll through the sparkling wonder of Luthy Lights!
Cost: $10/craft. No advance tickets needed—come and make your holiday memories!
