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TRAFFIC ALERT

Starting Sept. 18, the southbound I-35 Ewing Ave. / Marsalis Ave. exit ramp that typically brings you to the Dallas Zoo will be RELOCATED, which may affect your route to the Zoo. Click here for more information.

Hours: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

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Wild Encounters

Wild Encounters

When

Every half hour from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 7 days a week

Looking for a WILD adventure during your Zoo trip?

Head to the Wild Encounters Stage to get up close with a variety of animals, like fascinating reptiles, free-flighted birds, porcupines, and much more.

Specialists present a variety of animals on the half hour starting at 9:30 a.m. and running through 3:30 p.m., seven days a week.

Wild Encounters are subject to scheduling changes depending on animal comfort level and the weather.  Check the daily schedule for the most accurate information.