Hours & Tickets
Washington Park Zoo Hours
Spring
April 1 – May 26
Open Daily: 10 am to 4 pm
The last entry is at 3 pm.
Summer
May 27 – September 3
Monday-Friday: 10 am to 4 pm
The last admission 3 pm
Sat -Sun: 10 am until 5 pm
The last admission 4 pm
Fall
September 4 – October 31
Open Daily: 10 am to 4 pm
The last admission is 3 pm
Winter
November 1 – March 31
Closed for the season
Seasonal Attraction Hours:
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Observation Tower: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Animal Buildings and Giftshop closes 1/2 hour before closing time
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Safari Train: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Only open on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
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Wings of Wonder Habitat: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Peacock Cafe closes 1 hour before closing time
* Please note that buildings may temporarily close due to animal needs, weather, staffing, or maintenance.
General Admission Rates
Adults (12-61 yrs)—
$10
Seniors (62 yrs and up)—
$9
Children (3-11 yrs)—
$8
Children (2 & under)—
FREE
Adults $7 Seniors $6 Child $6 (3-11 yrs) Children 2 and under free
*Must present a valid driver's license or state ID for showing a Michigan City address. Discounts are not available on special events such as Boo at the Zoo and Winter Wonderland Days.
Michigan City residents get a discount on all tickets
Parking Information
The Washington Park Zoo shares a parking lot with Lake Michigan Beach, Washington Park, and Oasis Splash Park. There is a separate parking fee for non-sticker holders during the May - Sept. season that gives you all-day access to all of these areas. For more information on parking stickers and fee details please visit:
Please note that this can change at any time and it is not a zoo-managed area.