ZOOTINI IS SOLD OUT! Its time to shake things up--mark your calendar for the wildest martini tasting event in Peoria! A variety of martinis (shaken, not stirred) are served by local mixologists at this outdoor, after-hours event in Africa! Taste signature martinis and walk the boardwalk with friends during this evening event at Peoria Zoo. Included are four drink tickets, appetizers, dessert, and live music. Raffle prizes will be available. This is a 21+ event.… Read Full Post

This spring, Glow Wild Lantern Festival returns to Peoria Zoo, transforming the grounds into a dazzling wonderland of light, color, and cultural artistry. Back for another unforgettable season, this year's festival features an all-new lineup of handcrafted lantern displays, immersive experiences, delicious food and drinks, and live entertainment designed to delight guests of all ages. Glow Wild is a special nighttime lantern festival experience happening after the Zoo's normal operating hours. Zoo animals will not… Read Full Post

This spring, Glow Wild Lantern Festival returns to Peoria Zoo, transforming the grounds into a dazzling wonderland of light, color, and cultural artistry. Back for another unforgettable season, this year's festival features an all-new lineup of handcrafted lantern displays, immersive experiences, delicious food and drinks, and live entertainment designed to delight guests of all ages. Glow Wild is a special nighttime lantern festival experience happening after the Zoo's normal operating hours. Zoo animals will not… Read Full Post

This spring, Glow Wild Lantern Festival returns to Peoria Zoo, transforming the grounds into a dazzling wonderland of light, color, and cultural artistry. Back for another unforgettable season, this year's festival features an all-new lineup of handcrafted lantern displays, immersive experiences, delicious food and drinks, and live entertainment designed to delight guests of all ages. Glow Wild is a special nighttime lantern festival experience happening after the Zoo's normal operating hours. Zoo animals will not… Read Full Post

This summer, don't just end the week -- Make it a FriYay! Join us at Glen Oak Park for extended Friday fun at Peoria Zoo and Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum. More time to explore. More time to play. More time together. Every Friday from Memorial Day to Labor Day (5/29-9/4), stick around a little longer and enjoy extra evening hours at two of your favorite destinations: Peoria PlayHouse: Open until 6pm Peoria Zoo: Open until… Read Full Post

Celebrate, learn, and explore at Party for the Planet! Join us as we kick off our season with a fun-filled day designed for all ages. Party for the Planet brings together community partners and special vendors offering interactive talks and hands-on activities focused on clean energy, animal conservation, and plant conservation. What to Expect: Interactive Experiences: Meet local vendors and explore engaging, hands-on activities & interactive talks. Critter Chats with our Education Team: Hear from… Read Full Post

This summer, don't just end the week -- Make it a FriYay! Join us at Glen Oak Park for extended Friday fun at Peoria Zoo and Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum. More time to explore. More time to play. More time together. Every Friday from Memorial Day to Labor Day (5/29-9/4), stick around a little longer and enjoy extra evening hours at two of your favorite destinations: Peoria PlayHouse: Open until 6pm Peoria Zoo: Open until… Read Full Post

This summer, don't just end the week -- Make it a FriYay! Join us at Glen Oak Park for extended Friday fun at Peoria Zoo and Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum. More time to explore. More time to play. More time together. Every Friday from Memorial Day to Labor Day (5/29-9/4), stick around a little longer and enjoy extra evening hours at two of your favorite destinations: Peoria PlayHouse: Open until 6pm Peoria Zoo: Open until… Read Full Post

There's more to explore at the PlayHouse this summer! Join us and Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum for Wild Encounters on the Porch: Second Saturdays, a special monthly program where Zoo educators take amazing animals and nature lessons to the PlayHouse! Happening every second Saturday from May through September, a new topic highlights an exciting animal group or environmental theme through up-close animal presentations, fun facts, hands-on activities, and nature-themed crafts where educators from Peoria Zoo… Read Full Post

Join us at Peoria Zoo for National Pollinator Week, a celebration dedicated to the tiny heroes that keep our ecosystems thriving! From bees and butterflies to birds and bats, pollinators play a vital role in our environment. Throughout the week, enjoy special activities and interactive stations designed to engage visitors of all ages. Discover how pollinators impact our daily lives, learn simple ways to help protect them, and explore the important connections between plants, animals,… Read Full Post

This summer, don't just end the week -- Make it a FriYay! Join us at Glen Oak Park for extended Friday fun at Peoria Zoo and Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum. More time to explore. More time to play. More time together. Every Friday from Memorial Day to Labor Day (5/29-9/4), stick around a little longer and enjoy extra evening hours at two of your favorite destinations: Peoria PlayHouse: Open until 6pm Peoria Zoo: Open until… Read Full Post

Celebrate Father's Day with a sweet treat at Peoria Zoo! Join us on Sunday, June 21 for Fathers & Floats, a special day to honor all the amazing dads out there. Cool off with a delicious root beer float in the Lodge and enjoy a fun-filled day exploring the Zoo. Bonus treat: Fathers receive FREE admission with a paid child admission as well as a free root beer float in the Lodge! Bring the whole… Read Full Post