Part block party. Part safari.
Sunset at the Zoo season is back for 2026!
Presented by 
Every fourth Friday of the month from May through September, join us from 5 P.M. to sundown for Sunset at the Zoo!
Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures at the Zoo for a WILD low price
Sunset at the Zoo is an evening full of family-friendly Zoo fun, with activities, themed keeper chats, local vendors, food trucks, and more surprises.
You won’t want to miss these wildly popular community events!
SAVE when you purchase your tickets online!
Sunset at the Zoo tickets are $6 each when purchased online before 5:00 PM, and $8 each when purchased on-site.
*Additional fees apply for food and beverage options
The Zoo will close at its normal time of 4:00 PM and all guests must exit the Zoo. Gates will re-open for Sunset at the Zoo at 5:00 PM.
Last admission is at 7:30 PM.
These events are not included in Annual Pass Holder benefits, Museums for All, or any other promotion.
TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE SOON!
2026 Upcoming Sunset Dates:
May 22 – Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage
June 26 – LGBTQ+ Pride
July 24 – Black & African American Heritage
August 28 – Native American & Alaska Native
September 25 – Hispanic Heritage
