Big Country Get Ready – Wild Days Are Back and Just in Time

Wild Days Is Returning to the Abilene Zoo for Spring Break 2025

Wild Days are back at the Abilene Zoo from March 8 through March 16, 2025, offering visitors an up-close experience with animals, live educational interactive shows. Families from across West Texas can enjoy hands-on activities,daily surprises, and the always fun and exciting interactive exhibits.

What to Expect During Wild Days

Every day brings something new. The Wild Side Live stage shows feature zoo experts showcasing different animals and their unique behaviors. Each show is unscripted, making every visit a fresh experience.

For the first time, the zoo is offering an exclusive Backstage Tour, where visitors can see behind-the-scenes animal care and conservation efforts. Tickets for this tour are limited and available online click HERE.

Zoo Attractions and Experiences

• Giraffe Feeding Experience: Hand-feed the giraffes for $5.
• Zoo Eats: Food vendors will be open throughout the event.
• Gift Shop: Take home a keepsake from your visit.
• Carousel, Safari Train Express & Swan Boats: Enjoy classic attractions for all ages.

Zoo Hours and Admission

1. Gates open at 9 AM and close at 4 PM. The zoo remains open until 5 PM.
2. Kids (ages 3-12): $7
3. Seniors (ages 65+): $9
4. Adults: $10
5. Toddlers (under 2 years old): Free
6. Members: Event included with Abilene Zoo memberships.

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Plan Your Visit

The Abilene Zoo is located at 2070 Zoo Lane, in Abilene, Texas. For more information, group visits, party reservations, and more please call: 325-676-6085 or to purchase tickets online visit the Abilene Zoo's website. Furthermore, the Abilene Zoo is open 362 days of the year and is only closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years Day.