Let‘s Hear Your Best Bird Call

We’d love to answer any questions you may have!

General Info

10001 W Bluemound Rd,
Milwaukee, WI 53226

Directions

General: 414-771-3040
Email: contact form
Zoological Society: 414-258-2333

Hours

Now through May 22, 2026

Daily: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

May 23 through Sept. 7, 2026

Daily: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sept. 8 through Oct. 31, 2026

Daily: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2026

Weekdays: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Weekends: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Closed:

Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
New Year’s Day

Admissions closes 45 minutes prior to Zoo closing time; animal buildings close 15 minutes prior to Zoo closing.

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Zoo Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Zoo is open:
- Now through May 22, 2026 — Daily: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- May 23 through Sept. 7, 2026 — Daily: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sept. 8 through Oct. 31, 2026 — Daily: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, 2026 — Weekdays: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Weekends: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Zoo will be closed the following holidays:
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Day

Media Room

On a deadline and need info about our animals or facilities? How about a photo or video? Access our Media Room for inquiries or view our publicly-accessible photo gallery.

All animals communicate in different ways. Email us!

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