Night at the Zoo

Night at the Zoo is an adults-only after-hours event at the Saint Louis Zoo on May 20, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Guests can ride the Zooline Railroad and Conservation Carousel from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., enjoy complimentary tasting stations from local partners, and purchase specialty foods and beverages from food trucks. Evening highlights include live entertainment in Schnuck Family Plaza, special habitat views, Sea Lion Shows at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Stingrays at Caribbean Cove from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Admission is $35 for members and $45 for general admission; some areas may close early (River’s Edge and Red Rocks open 6:00–7:00 p.m.).