Peoria Zoo

Peoria Zoo 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 utmo

st 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.

Swing into the world of primates 🐒From playful behaviors to complex social lives, Monkey Business dives into what makes ...
06/01/2026

Swing into the world of primates 🐒

From playful behaviors to complex social lives, Monkey Business dives into what makes monkeys so fascinating--and the challenges they face in the wild.

📅 June 10 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM
🚸 Ages 5-13
💵 Members: $8 | Non-Members: $16 | per student or parent
🎟️Advance registration required: https://ow.ly/ATpg50YK4Ox

🚂✨ Friday nights at Glen Oak Park just got a little more scenic 🌅🌳Hop aboard the Glen Oak Express during FriYAY and enjo...
05/28/2026

🚂✨ Friday nights at Glen Oak Park just got a little more scenic 🌅🌳

Hop aboard the Glen Oak Express during FriYAY and enjoy a relaxing ride through one of Peoria's most historic parks. The train winds through Glen Oak Park past the lagoon, playgrounds, PlayHouse, and more--making it the perfect way to kick off a summer weekend with family and friends!

🌳 Fridays from Memorial Day through Labor Day
⏰ Rides begin at 5 PM and depart every 30 minutes throughout the evening

🎟️ Tickets are available online only while physically inside Glen Oak Park with location services enabled 📱📍

🗺️ View ride details, track the train live, and purchase tickets here: https://goe.peoriaparks.org/

🌞🦒 Your Fridays just got a whole lot more FUN at Glen Oak Park! 🎨🎉FriYAYs are officially here! Every Friday all summer l...
05/26/2026

🌞🦒 Your Fridays just got a whole lot more FUN at Glen Oak Park! 🎨🎉

FriYAYs are officially here! Every Friday all summer long, enjoy extended hours at BOTH Peoria Zoo and Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum.

🏡 Peoria PlayHouse open until 6 PM
🦏 Peoria Zoo open until 8 PM (last entry at 7:30 PM)

Plus, on select Fridays (June 26, July 31, and August 14), the fun gets even bigger with Rec 'n Roll inside the Zoo featuring field games and hands-on maker activities led by the PlayHouse team!

✨ Surprise pop-up activities throughout the summer
✨ More time to explore, play, and make memories together
✨ Free with admission or membership

No two FriYAYs are exactly the same--so make plans to spend your Friday evenings with us at Glen Oak Park!

📣 New Lodge Hours Begin Today!The Lodge is now open daily for dining from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, with extended hours on Fri...
05/25/2026

📣 New Lodge Hours Begin Today!

The Lodge is now open daily for dining from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, with extended hours on Fridays from 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM 🍽️🐾

Stop in during your Zoo visit to relax, grab a bite to eat, and recharge before heading back out to explore your favorite animals.

Check out the menu and plan your visit today! 👉 https://peoriazoo.org/visit/shopping-dining/

As we spend Memorial Day with family and friends, we're also taking time to reflect on the meaning behind the holiday an...
05/25/2026

As we spend Memorial Day with family and friends, we're also taking time to reflect on the meaning behind the holiday and honor the lives remembered today. ❤️🤍💙

Peoria Zoo is open regular hours today! ☀️🦒 Whether you're visiting your favorite animals, strolling the Zoo paths, or simply enjoying a beautiful day together outdoors, there's plenty to explore during your holiday visit.

Plan your Zoo day: https://peoriazoo.org/visit/plan/

Happy World Turtle Day! 🐢Say hello to the Spotted Turtle (Clemmys guttata), one of North America's smallest turtles and ...
05/23/2026

Happy World Turtle Day! 🐢

Say hello to the Spotted Turtle (Clemmys guttata), one of North America's smallest turtles and a true freshwater gem. Its bright yellow spots are as unique as our fingerprints, making every turtle a little different!

This remarkable species depends on healthy wetlands and clean waterways to survive, but habitat loss and pollution continue to threaten wild populations.

At Peoria Zoo, we're proud to care for ambassador animals like the spotted turtle and inspire guests to help protect native wildlife and freshwater ecosystems. 🌱💧

🔎 Learn more about our conservation efforts at https://peoriazoo.org/animals-exhibits/conservation/

🌍💚 Celebrate, learn, and explore at Party for the Planet at Peoria Zoo! 💚🌍Join us on May 30 from 10AM–3PM for a fun-fill...
05/22/2026

🌍💚 Celebrate, learn, and explore at Party for the Planet at Peoria Zoo! 💚🌍

Join us on May 30 from 10AM–3PM for a fun-filled day designed for all ages as we celebrate our planet together as a community.

🐾 Meet community partners and special vendors
🌱 Explore hands-on activities and interactive talks focused on clean energy, animal conservation, and plant conservation
🦎 Stop by Critter Chats with our Education Team and animal care staff throughout the day
🌿 Discover self-guided activities and learning opportunities across the Zoo

This is your chance to connect with nature, learn simple ways to make a difference, and enjoy a day of discovery at the Zoo!

📍 Peoria Zoo
📅 Saturday, May 30
⏰ 10AM–3PM
🎟 General admission applies | No registration required

🔗 Learn more at peoriazoo.org

✨🏮 That's a wrap on another season of Glow Wild at Peoria Zoo! 🏮✨Thank you to everyone who visited the Zoo to experience...
05/19/2026

✨🏮 That's a wrap on another season of Glow Wild at Peoria Zoo! 🏮✨

Thank you to everyone who visited the Zoo to experience the lights, spend time with family and friends, enjoy a fun night out, and make memories together.

We loved seeing so many familiar faces and so many glowing photo ops throughout Glow Wild this year 💛

As we say goodbye to the lanterns for the season, we'd love to see some of your favorite moments! Share your photos in the comments below 📸👇

As Glow Wild enters its FINAL weekend, we want to give a huge THANK YOU to our amazing sponsors! ✨🏮This event was made p...
05/15/2026

As Glow Wild enters its FINAL weekend, we want to give a huge THANK YOU to our amazing sponsors! ✨🏮

This event was made possible through your support, and we are so grateful for your partnership in helping bring the magic of Glow Wild to our community!

CEFCU
Shared Blessings of Peoria
Caterpillar Visitors Center
OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois
Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino
PIP Marketing, Signs, Print

There's still time to experience Glow Wild before it's gone! Get your tickets now and joint the fun! https://peoriazoo.org/glow-wild/

🍸✨ The wildest night in town is finally HERE! 🦒🎉Before the martinis start flowing and the Zoo comes alive for Zootini 20...
05/14/2026

🍸✨ The wildest night in town is finally HERE! 🦒🎉

Before the martinis start flowing and the Zoo comes alive for Zootini 2026, we want to give a HUGE thank you to the incredible sponsors helping make tonight possible 💛

From the amazing atmosphere to all the unforgettable moments ahead, this event wouldn’t happen without the support of these outstanding community partners.

Help us show them some love in the comments 👏🍸

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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

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+13096863365

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