Sensory Friendly Morning

Fly by the Zoo for Sensory Friendly Morning! Families and friends are invited to enjoy a calm, welcoming environment with reduced crowds, limited noise, and dedicated sensory stations for all ages. Enjoy early access to the Zoo and explore nature through engaging, inclusive activities created by the Dallas Zoo and its partners.

Tickets:

• Public: $12 | FREE for members
• Parking: $15 | FREE for members
• Children 2 and under are FREE
• Registration is required.

Plan your day:

• We encourage you to arrive closer to 8 a.m. and stay for the rest of the day.
• Parking will be available in our main parking lots located at 650 South R.L. Thornton Freeway (I-35E), Dallas, TX 75203. 
  • Via car: Take the Ewing Ave./Marsalis Ave. exit. Go through the light at Ewing Ave., get in the left lane, and use the U-turn for easy access to the I-35 northbound frontage road. Our main entrance is located by the tall giraffe statue on the northbound access road of I-35E.
  • Via DART: Take the DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit) RED LINE to the Dallas Zoo Station.
  • Use our Parking Map to assist with your route.
  • Wheelchairs and electric vehicles (EVs) are available. View Zoo Accessibility.

Activities:

• Calm sensory-friendly stations
• Nature exploration stations
• Arts and crafts
• Sensory path
• Sensory havens

Downloads:

• Download the Success Story
• Event Map coming soon!

Questions? Contact our Education Department at Education@DallasZoo.com or 469.554.7300.