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Walk-in Group Reservations
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Thursday, June 12, 2025
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Walk-in Group Reservations:
- All guests in the group, regardless of age, must have an entry pass to enter
- Passes are valid only for the issued date and time and void if altered
Chaperones and Tips:
- All children (16 and younger) must be accompanied by an adult chaperone
- At least one adult chaperone is required to accompany up to 10 children
- Any chaperone or additional guests arriving at a later time must secure their own parking/entry pass and must have contact information for their onsite group representative
- Outside food and beverages are permitted, however, there is no storage area available for these items.
- The Zoo is open rain or shine. We have many indoor facilities, and if you dress for the weather, you can still thoroughly enjoy your visit
Zoo Entry:
- Groups must present their printed or digital timed-entry passes to be scanned at the Zoo’s pedestrian entrances
- Groups must arrive and stay in line and enter together by “Order Number.” Additional guests arriving by other modes of transportation or at a later time, must secure their own passes.
- If your group needs to meet after entry into the park, please proceed past the Zoo’s pedestrian entrances to reduce crowding
Accessibility Information:
- Visit the Accessibility page on the Zoo’s website for information.
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