Today's programs and events
- Animal activities: 9:45 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Special events
- The Insect Zoo and Education Center are now open!
Important hours
- Cascade Grill is open Thursday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Africafe is open everday starting at 11 a.m.
- Cascade to Go kiosk is open at 9 a.m.
- Coffee Crossing is open at 10 a.m.
- Elephant Ears is open at 11a.m.
Construction or accessibility notes
- Some habitats are closed to prepare for construction of our last stretch of bond-funded projects. Learn more
Train, Carousel and Climbing Wall
- The zoo train is running daily at 10:30 a.m. weather permitting. $4.00 and $3.50 for members.
- The carousel is running daily at 10:30 a.m. weather permitting. $3.00 and $2.50 for members.
- The climbing wall is running daily at 10:30 a.m. weather permitting. $5.00 and $4.50 for members.
Parking or riding
All Washington Park attractions use a Pay-to-Park system. Parking fees mirror downtown's daytime hourly rate of $2/ hour with a $8 daily maximum.
Ride transit and receive $1.50 off admission with each proof of ridership.
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