Giraffe Feedings
Starting Memorial Day!
Start Date:
May 26th, 2025
Time:
Feedings are scheduled every day at 12:00pm and 2:00pm
Per-Person Cost:
$5
Age Restriction:
Guests 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Details:
Twice daily starting Memorial Day, visitors will have the unique opportunity to feed the Giraffe at the Giraffe Overlook Station on top of the boardwalk. During those days, we will offer the encounters at noon and 2pm.
Encounters may be subject to change or cancellation. These amazing creatures are wild animals and we can not guarantee that they will stick to our schedule. Quantities are limited.

Keeper Chat
Memorial Day through Labor Day, join us for daily Keeper Chats! Enjoy a fun and educational way to learn more about your favorite animals from the experts who care for them. These short talks offer behind-the-scenes insights, unique animal facts, and a closer look at conservation efforts happening right here at Peoria Zoo. Keeper Chats are included with regular admission and take place daily, with special Critter Chats on weekends led by our education staff. Don’t miss your chance to connect with wildlife like never before!
Time | Topic | Location |
11:30am | Tiger or Takin | Asian Trail |
12:00pm* | Critter Chat | Near Africa! Portal |
12:30pm | Tortoise | Rondoval in Africa! |
1:00pm | Mandrill | Africa! |
1:30pm | Giraffe | Giraffe Overlook |
2:30pm | Outdoor Primate | Lemur/Spider Monkey Outdoor Area |
3:00pm | Chinese Alligator | Outside the Conservation Center |