Jackson Zoo
2918 West Capitol St.
Jackson, MS 39209
(601) 352-2580
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All events and dates are subject to change
September 7th
On the first Tuesday of each month, a local celebrity comes to the zoo to read an animal story to children. This month's local celebrity reader will be Matt Johnson, News/Anchor Reporter with FOX 40. After story-time the children will engage in an arts and craft project session related to the story or animal encounter.
September 12th ![]()
This event provides free admission to 2,500-5,000 grandparents when accompanied by a paying grandchild. Community service organizations join Zoo volunteers and staff to provide an enjoyable day at the Zoo.
September 18th
Come and celebrate National Carousel Day at the Jackson Zoo with Carousel activities and ½ off rides.
October 1st
An exciting evening at the zoo for our 'Friends of the Zoo' members (ONLY). This evening will be invitation only and free for the entire family.
October 16th
The “wildest party in town” includes delicious dishes from more than 15 of Jackson’s favorite restaurants, dancing the night away under the stars, and a silent auction at the Zoo. 500 special guests, including major donors, corporations and philanthropists join us for our annual gala; a top-drawer fundraising event with a different theme each year.
October 22nd-23rd
Mississippi’s Largest Trick or Treat Extravaganza! Over 50 booths will be placed around the zoo for little goblins to trick or treat from. We will have space jumps, hay rides, rock wall, Dracula’s disco and lots more! For the older monsters there will be a haunted house.
*ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE*
Father's Day Car and Bike Show 2010

Winning Bike: 2001 Harley Owned By Roger Berry *** Winning Car
1968 Chevy Chevelle: Owned by Toberis and Nicki Williams
Nicki and Toberis Williams; Bill McNease; Zoo Director Beth Pof f
2nd place Car 1967 Chevy Corvette owned by Bill McNease
Mayor Harvey Johnson reads to children at June Storytime |
Making bird feeders during International Migatory Bird Day 2010 |
Back to Zool - August 2009 |
Ice Cream Safari 2009 - |
2010 Groundhog Day Celebration |
Docents at Zoo Day March 2010 |