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Largest zoo in TX. Home to 2000+ animals 400+ species. Committed to Engaging People & Saving Wildlife Welcome to the Dallas Zoo!
We are the largest zoological park in Texas, home to over 2,000 animals representing 406 species. The Dallas Zoo is 106 acres located south of downtown Dallas, Texas, in Marsalis Park. We welcome guests from near and far to visit and experience the history and excitement that lives throughout the zoo grounds.
06/23/2026
Deaf Awareness Day: Join us at the Dallas Zoo on Saturday, July 25, for our first-ever Deaf Awareness Day. Enjoy a full day of Zoo adventures with ASL-interpreted activities provided by interpreting program interns from Collin College. More info and tickets: bit.ly/4f06BHm
06/22/2026
DON’T MISS THE GLOW: Illuminature is lighting up its final nights! ✨ Wander through larger-than-life lanterns, catch live performances, and enjoy a night of family fun under the glow. Grab your crew and make it happen before it all disappears on June 28!
Happy Father’s Day to all the dads and father figures making time for check-ins, hugs, and a little extra care when it’s needed most. George and Makutu have it covered. 💚
📷: Rebecca P.
06/20/2026
Serving some serious side-eye this Texas Tortoise Day. 👀🐢 Meet Willie, our Texas tortoise and a master of the judgmental glance.
Texas tortoises are Texas’ only native tortoise species and are found in limited regions of South Texas, where they play an important role in the ecosystem. They are highly adapted to their environment and have strong homing instincts, often remaining closely connected to the same home ranges over time. They grow slowly, live long lives, and produce only a small number of offspring, which makes every adult critical to the population. If you’re lucky enough to spot one in the wild, take a photo, appreciate this Texas original.
Things are about to get MESSI in Dallas. ⚽ Ahead of Monday’s Argentina vs. Austria matchup, we asked our South American experts (capybaras) for their prediction. Results are… unclear. Allegiances questionable. Geography possibly ignored. They’re leaning toward Austria after settling on the snacks on that side of the habitat.
06/19/2026
The game-day buzz is real! ⚽ Bring that energy to Sunset Safari Block Party this Sunday, June 21. The Dallas Zoo, Halperin Park, East Dock, and Visit Dallas are teaming up for one wild block party across the city. Start the night at the Dallas Zoo with discounted admission to explore the all-new lantern festival, then keep the celebration going at Halperin Park and East Dock! It’s the perfect event to celebrate soccer, community, and good vibes all in one night.
06/18/2026
$1 ADMISSION TO THE ZOO: Dollar Days Presented by NexPoint Philanthropies are back on July 16 and August 4! Enjoy $1 admission to the Dallas Zoo, plus $1-4 deals on select snacks and drinks throughout the day. Get your tickets before these popular dates sell out: bit.ly/4uMoe2i
Well... this is awkward. 😅 As England's mascot, you'd think our lionesses would back the Three Lions. Instead, after choosing between soccer-themed enrichment, they picked Croatia to win tomorrow's FIFA World Cup match here in Dallas.
Will the pride’s prediction come true? 🦁⚽
The cutest thing you’ll see today 😍
📸: Jorge G.
Some hatchling news to brighten your day 💜 We've recently welcomed a violet turaco chick! Violet turaco chicks don’t start out quite so vibrant — their iconic violet-blue coloring develops gradually as they mature, meaning plenty of change is still to come. That’s where cute chick checkups come in, helping our zoologists track important milestones, monitor development, and ensure this chick continues to thrive every step of the way. See if you can catch a glimpse of this growing chick in the Forest Aviary!
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650 S R. L. Thornton Freeway
Dallas, TX
75203
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 9am - 5pm |