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View of the Zoo giraffe statue and the solar eclipse at the Zoo

SOLAR ECLIPSE EVENT

Join us for a day at the Zoo that will be OUT OF THIS WORLD

Date

April 8, 2024

Hours

9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Dallas is the largest city in the path of totality for the upcoming total solar eclipse, with one of the longest total eclipse durations in North America. Step right into the excitement at the Dallas Zoo – the ideal spot to view the eclipse AND observe how our animals respond to this amazing natural phenomenon!

You can reserve your free eclipse viewing glasses when you purchase tickets online.*

Whether you’re a seasoned astronomer, an avid Zoo devotee, or simply curious about the cosmos – this rare spectacle will create memories that last a lifetime.

*Limited quantities, while supplies last

The exciting world of wildlife awaits!

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