Partners in Conservation
Learn about the Zoo’s financial commitment to holistic conservation efforts in Central Africa.
The Columbus Zoo is open every day of the year besides Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
The hours listed here are regular Columbus Zoo operating hours. Events like Boo at the Zoo, the Lantern Festival, and Wildlights have extended hours into the evening.
| JAN 1 - 4 | 12PM - 5PM |
| JAN 5 - 30 | 10AM - 4PM |
| JAN 31 | 10AM - 2PM |
| All Month | 10AM - 4PM |
| All Month | 10AM - 5PM |
| All Month | 9AM - 5PM |
| MAY 1 - 22 | 9AM - 5PM |
| MAY 23 - 29 | 9AM - 6PM |
| MAY 30 | 9AM - 3PM |
| MAY 31 | 9AM - 6PM |
| All Month | 9AM - 6PM |
| All Month | 9AM - 6PM |
| AUG 1 - 16 | 9AM - 6PM |
| AUG 17 - 31 | 9AM - 5PM |
| All Month | 9AM - 5PM |
| All Month | 10AM - 5PM |
| NOV 1 - 18 | 10AM - 5PM |
| NOV 19 - 25 | 12PM - 5PM |
| NOV 26 | Closed |
| NOV 28 - 30 | 12PM - 5PM |
| DEC 1 - 24 | 12PM - 5PM |
| DEC 25 | Closed |
| DEC 26 - 31 | 12PM - 5PM |
Plan your Zoo trip around one of our many amazing events at the Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay!
...and more?

With animal presentations, free experiences, and upgraded tours, you can customize your Zoo trip to your interests.