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Peoria Zoo

Name: Peoria Zoo
Address: 2320 N Prospect Road, Peoria, IL, 61603, US
Telephone: +13096863365
Price range: $
Rating: 4.5

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Peoria Zoo, a Peoria Park District Facility. Learn more at PeoriaZoo.org EXCELLENT IN ANIMAL CARE: Our animals are ambassadors for wildlife conservation.
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OUR MISSION
Create connections that inspire an appreciation for and encourage actions to conserve the natural world. OUR VISION
The Peoria Zoo will be recognized as a leader in raising public awareness and commitment to conservation. OUR INSTITUTIONAL CORE VALUES

Outstanding Human Relations: Our visitors, staff and volunteers are vital to achieving our mission. They will be treated with the utmost respect and we will strive to make their connection with the zoo as enriching as possible. We will promote innovations in husbandry and achieve the highest standards of animal care. CONNECTIONS THROUGH EDUCATION: Only through caring, will people make the choices and changes needed to save our natural resources. Our education programs will promote the knowledge and connections that are the key to caring. IMPACT ON CONSERVATION: Conservation is our cause. Our programs and practices will be based on achieving the maximum possible conservation potential.

10/31/2026

Kofola is getting into the Halloween spirit! 🎃🎃

A little pumpkin tossing makes for some festive fall enrichment.

Happy Halloween from Peoria Zoo! 🧡

10/29/2026

Things are getting a little extra spooky around here as we wrap up another season of Zootober! 👻🎃🌙

Grab your ghostly crew and join us for one last round of trick-or-treating, festive treats, and Halloween fun for the whole family!

Just TWO nights left, tonight and tomorrow, before Zootober disappears for another year!

🎟️ Get your tickets at peoriazoo.org/zootober

10/28/2026

No need to travel to Hogsmeade for a little Butterbeer. 🪄

Our Lodge has a few magical treats of its own this Zootober, including Butterbeer and Golden Snitch cupcakes made by our very own Chef Karen! 🧁⚡

But don't wait too long. This weekend marks the FINAL three nights of Zootober, and these treats won't be sticking around!

🎟️ Get your tickets: https://peoriazoo.org/zootober

10/23/2026

🎃 Don't forget! Zootober: Wildly Accessible is happening TOMORROW from 11 AM–2 PM! 🧡

We're looking forward to a daytime full of Halloween fun for individuals and families of all abilities!

Enjoy trick-or-treating with teal pumpkin stops, reduced sound levels, festival activities, select character interactions, and plenty of animals to see along the way. 🍬

🎟️ And don't forget about our special admission offer! Buy one adult admission and get one child admission FREE during Wildly Accessible!

Golf cart transportation will also be available for guests who need assistance getting around the Zoo. Just ask when you arrive!

📅 Saturday, October 24 | 11 AM–2 PM

Rain date: Sunday, October 25.

10/23/2026

👑 ALL HAIL THE BIRTHDAY QUEEN! 🦁

It's a BIG birthday at Peoria Zoo! Our African lion, Lizzy, is officially 20 years old today! 🎉

As one of the original residents of our Africa exhibit, Lizzy has been a familiar face to generations of Zoo visitors. Reaching 20 years old is an incredible milestone for a lion, and we're so excited to celebrate this special day with her!

This milestone is also a wonderful opportunity to recognize the dedication of our animal care team. The attentive, individualized care, enrichment, and commitment our keepers provide every single day play an important role in supporting Lizzy's health and well-being as she ages. ❤️

Our birthday girl has some special enrichment planned for the occasion, so stop by Peoria Zoo today and join us in wishing Lizzy a very happy 20th birthday!

10/22/2026

Who says you have to wait until Friday for weekend fun? 👀🎃

We've got your plans covered! Zootober is back this weekend with THREE nights of glowing displays, spooky surprises, delicious themed treats, and plenty of Halloween fun around Peoria Zoo. ✨

Your camera roll could use a little more Zootober, don't you think? 📸

Why wait for the weekend? Get a head start on the fun tonight, or make plans to join us Friday or Saturday!

🎟️ Grab your tickets now: peoriazoo.org/rentals-events/zootober/

10/19/2026

🎃 ZOOTOBER 2026 🎃

Peoria Zoo’s Zootober event is back in action this October!

We enjoyed going Saturday night and saw a lotttt of spooky stuff! 👻

The Zoo is all lit up and ready to welcome you in, with lighted pathways, special displays, spooky spirits and other ghostly friends.

You’ll recognize some familiar creepy characters from 2025, often in new places this year, along with new attractions! 🕷️

There are SIX nights left to experience the fun! 👇

📅 Thursday, October 22
📅 Friday, October 23
📅 Saturday, October 24
📅 Wednesday, October 28
📅 Thursday, October 29
📅 Friday, October 30

⏰ 5:30–9 p.m. each night, with last admission at 8 p.m. Tickets have timed entry windows!

🎟️ Grab your tickets at peoriazoo.org/rentals-events/zootober/

Who’s ready for a spooky night at the Zoo? 👻🎃

10/18/2026

📣 LAST CALL! The clock is ticking on our UpROARious Online Auction! ⏰

Bidding closes TONIGHT at 8 PM, so now's your chance to snag those items you've had your eye on, check your existing bids, or discover a few last-minute favorites!

🎁 From toys and games to outdoor adventures and family-friendly fun, there's plenty up for grabs for kids and kids at heart! It's also a great opportunity to get a head start on your holiday shopping while supporting YOUR Peoria Zoo! 🦁💛

Don't let your favorites get away! Place your final bids before 8 PM tonight!

🔗 https://ow.ly/Rk5y50ZXLRF

10/17/2026

🎟️ Big adventures, local favorites, and memories waiting to be made!

Looking for your next family outing, a fun date night, or a new experience to try? The UpROARious Online Auction has plenty of opportunities to get out and make some memories! ✨

From museum passes and local attractions to unique experiences, trips, and more, there's something for every kind of adventurer!

⏰ But don't wait! Bidding closes TOMORROW, October 18 at 8 PM! Now's the time to browse, find your favorites, and get those bids in before it's too late!

🦁 Best of all, every bid helps support YOUR Peoria Zoo!

🔗 Browse the auction and place your bids: https://peoriaparkdistrict.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/UpROARiousAuction2026/tabid/1601214/Default.aspx

Address

2320 N Prospect Road
Peoria, IL
61603

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+13096863365

Website

http://www.peoriazoo.org/

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