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Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026 Time: Activities available throughout the day Location: Peoria Zoo - Tropics Classroom Join us at Peoria Zoo for International Zebra Day, a global celebration focused on zebra conservation and awareness. Stop by the Tropics Classroom during your visit to explore hands-on crafts and activities that highlight the challenges zebras face in the wild and the conservation efforts working to protect them. From 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, a Zoo educator… Read Full Post

Discover Your Next Opportunity at the Peoria Park District Job Fair! Join us for our Job Fair, where your next opportunity is just a conversation away! The Peoria Park District is hiring for a variety of positions across our facilities, parks, and programs. Whether you’re looking for part-time, seasonal, or full-time opportunities, we have roles that match your skills and passions. 🔹 Meet Hiring Managers from different departments 🔹 Learn about exciting job opportunities 🔹… Read Full Post

Unwind with an evening of yoga in the Tropical Conservatory at Luthy Botanical Garden. This relaxing, all levels yoga session is paired with wine and chocolate to help you slow down, stretch, and savor the moment in a beautiful garden setting. Surrounded by lush greenery, you will move through a gentle flow, then enjoy time to sip, snack, and soak in the peaceful atmosphere. It is the perfect way to treat yourself to a little… Read Full Post

Discover Your Next Opportunity at the Peoria Park District Job Fair! Join us for our Job Fair, where your next opportunity is just a conversation away! The Peoria Park District is hiring for a variety of positions across our facilities, parks, and programs. Whether you’re looking for part-time, seasonal, or full-time opportunities, we have roles that match your skills and passions. 🔹 Meet Hiring Managers from different departments 🔹 Learn about exciting job opportunities 🔹… 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

Dates: Friday, March 20 - Sunday, April 12, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (last admission at 4:30 PM) Free admission | Donations appreciated Step into a world where spring is in full bloom and imagination comes to life! This year's Lily Show transforms the Conservatory into a colorful botanical storybook, featuring stunning lilies alongside playful nods to The Lorax. Wander through a whimsical display filled with bright blooms, lush greenery, and charming truffula… Read Full Post

Celebrate World Frog Day at Peoria Zoo and discover the important role frogs play in our ecosystems! These fascinating amphibians help control insect populations, support food webs, and serve as indicators of environmental health. Guests can visit the Tropics Room to enjoy frog-themed activities available throughout the day. From 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, an educator will be on-site with a special amphibian ambassador, offering an up-close learning experience and sharing insights about frogs and… 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 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