PROGRAMS & REGISTRATION

Registration is now open for Spring & Summer programs.

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View Program Guides:
Summer Program Guide
Spring Program Guide

Registration is now open for Spring & Summer programs.

View Program Guides:
Summer Program Guide
Spring Program Guide

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WEATHER UPDATES
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TRANSPARENCY PORTAL
Budgets, park board actions & more
GOVERNMENT DIRECTORY
Organizational overview
COSLEY ZOO BURROWS TO BRANCHES EXHIBIT CONCEPT
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES
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SOCIAL STORIES™
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Cosley Zoo Visitor Access & Expanded Parking

Cosley Zoo is introducing updated parking accommodations to better serve visitors and enhance the overall arrival experience.

Learn More

UPCOMING EVENTS & FEATURED PROGRAMS

6/1-8/31: States I’ve Been To: A 250th Birthday Celebration of America

June 1, 2026 - August 31, 2026

Cosley Zoo Run for the Animals RESULTS

June 8, 2026 - June 5, 2027

6/29-7/4: Field of Honor®

June 29, 2026 - July 4, 2026

The power of parks and recreation. NRPA's Park and recreation month

7/1-7/31: Celebrating Park and Recreation Month

July 1, 2026 - July 31, 2026

7/1-7/31: Arrowhead Restaurant Specials

July 1, 2026 - July 31, 2026

7/3-7/4: Independence Day Celebration

July 3, 2026 - July 4, 2026

7/4 & 7/5: 250 Liberty Franks at Cosley Zoo

July 4, 2026 @ 10:00 am - July 5, 2026 @ 4:00 pm

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7/10: Plug into Nature

July 10, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

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7/10: Kids Golf for Free

July 10, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 8:00 pm