Make It a Zoo Day at the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center
Looking for a day filled with discovery, adventure and unforgettable animal encounters?
Make It a Zoo Day!
With more than 150+ large and small animals across nearly 26 acres, the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center offers fun and discovery for all ages. Explore the Tropical Rainforest, Black Bear Woods, Camp Cowabunga, Kay McFarland Japanese Garden and Giraffe & Friends. Then visit Tiger Trails & Den Academy to see Sumatran tigers and king vultures while exploring tiger care, digestion and conservation through hands-on STEM learning.
Whether you’re planning a family outing or looking for a new way to experience Topeka, there’s always something to discover with special events and seasonal experiences offering new reasons to return.

Seven Ways to Make It a Zoo Day
- Go on a tropical adventure in the rainforest
- Get face-to-face with amazing animals
- Take a walk on the wild side as you explore
- Find your peaceful place at the Kay McFarland Japanese Garden.
- Discover something unexpected
- Turn an ordinary day into a memory
- Make every season special with a Zoo Day
From family activities and special events to the dazzling lights and festive displays of Zoo Lights, every season brings another reason to visit.
Your Next Adventure Starts Here
A family outing, a day of discovery or a new favorite tradition, it all starts with a visit to the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center.
Explore the habitats. Meet your favorite animals. Discover something new. Make memories together.

Make It a Zoo Day!
Plan your visit, explore upcoming events and find your next adventure at the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center | Your Kansas Zoo
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