Amarillo Zoo
Where more than imaginations run WILD!

Founded in 1955 the Amarillo Zoo is a place to share the wonders of the animal world with kids of all ages. The beautiful 15-acre site is located in Thompson Park and features over 60 species of animals. The zoo is designed for fun and discovery and will provide a lifetime of memories. Here, you'll do more than just look...you'll experience the animal world.

Once you've finished enjoying the zoo, make sure to visit Thompson Park. Visitors will discover shaded picnic areas, playgrounds, beautiful lakes, swimming, tennis and walking trails in this 330-acre regional park.

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Incredible Edible Insects

Come celebrate all things buggy on a special day dedicated to our six and eight-legged friends. Speical exhibits on insects and spiders, buggy crafts, music and best of all – edible insects! Celebrity chefs will be on hand to let you sample some of thier signature main dishes, desserts and appetizers made from insects. Open your mind…. and mouth as you explore the realm of Incredible Edible Insects!


Lions’ Birthday Party

We’re having a party!

The Amarillo Zoo’s three African lions Solomon, Sheba and Sarai all turn 7 years old this month and we are throwing them a party! Throughout the day we will have children’s crafts, temporary exotic cat tattoos, live music and special animal activities for the Zoo animals. At 1:30 you can join in singing Happy Birthday to the lions before they get to “open” their special gifts.

Be prepared to have a ROARING good time!!


BOO at the ZOO!

Looking for an “un-BOO-lievably” wild way to celebrate Halloween? Then make plans to join the animals for an evening of not-so-scary, high-spirited Halloween fun at BOO at the ZOO.

October 25
5:30pm – 9:00pm

October 26
5:30pm – 9:00pm

October 27
5:30pm – 9:00pm


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