Hours & Tickets
Washington Park Zoo Hours
Spring
March 29 – May 24
Open Daily: 10 am to 4 pm
The last entry is at 3 pm.
Summer
May 25 – September 1
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 2 – October 31
Open Daily: 10 am to 4 pm
The last admission is 3 pm
Winter
November 1 – December 7
Open Saturday and Sunday Only- 10 am to 3pm
Closed for the Season as of December 8th, 2024
Seasonal Attraction Hours:
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Observation Tower: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm daily
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Animal Buildings and Giftshop closes 1/2 hour before closing time
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Safari Train: Open weekends only, depending on staff and the weather, Memorial Day through Labor Day
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Wings of Wonder Habitat: 11:00 am to 2:30 pm (Open depending on the weather and staffing)
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Peacock Cafe is open depending on the weather forecast.
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Coop Concession is open daily from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm.
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* Please note that buildings or areas may temporarily close at any time due to animal care needs, weather, staffing, or maintenance.
General Admission Rates
Adults (12-61 yrs)
$11
Seniors (62 yrs and up)
$10
Children (3-11 yrs)
$8
Children (2 yrs 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 event dates such as Boo at the Zoo.
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. A separate parking fee for non-sticker holders during the summer season gives you all-day access to all of these areas. For more information on parking stickers and fee details please visit:
www.emichigancity.com/322/Parking-Stickers
Please note that operations can change at any time and it is not a zoo-managed area.