The Jackson Zoo
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(Not fully operational.) Support your Jackson Zoo by visiting... the more we see you, the more we can do in the future!
Open Tues-Sun 10a-4p, With nearly 200 animals from all over the world, the Jackson Zoo endeavors to provide visitors with a quality recreational & educational environment dedicated to wildlife care & conservation. The oldest living animal attraction in Mississippi, the Jackson Zoo is home to over 220 animals and promotes joy, wonder, & laughter with friends and family.
06/21/2026
Happy Father’s Day from the Jackson Zoo! 💙
Free admission for Fathers today!
Today we celebrate all the amazing fathers and father figures who inspire, guide, and support their families every day. Thank you for the love, strength, and memories you help create.
Wishing you a wonderful Father’s Day filled with family, fun, and adventure!
06/19/2026
📢 The Jackson Zoo is closed today, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.
We honor and celebrate this important day of freedom, history, and reflection.
We will reopen on Saturday, June 20, with regular zoo hours. We look forward to welcoming you back for a fun day at the zoo!
06/12/2026
Join us for Movies in the Park Summer Series, a fun-filled family movie night under the stars! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and the whole family for an evening of entertainment, food trucks, and community fun. Don’t miss this affordable night out for the entire family!
Event Details:
🗓️ June 13th & June 27th
📍Livingston Park
2918 W. Capitol Street
Jackson, MS 39209
⏰ Gates open at 5:00 p.m., and the movie begins at 5:30 p.m.
🎟️ $5 per vehicle (cash only)
Security will be on-site. Food trucks available. Hosted by the Jackson Zoo.
📞Contact us for movie listing and more information at 601-952-8776
06/06/2026
🚨🚨JACKSON, THIS IS THE WEEK!
The kids have done the work. Now it’s our turn to show up.
This Saturday, June 6, from 10AM-2PM at The Jackson Zoo, more than 40 young entrepreneurs ages 6-18 will be selling products they created, built, baked, designed, and dreamed up themselves.
🍋Fresh Lemonade
🍪Homemade Cookies & Sweet Treats
🎨Art & Crafts
💍Jewelry & Accessories
🖊️ Custom Pens & Gifts
🧁Baked Goods
🥒Kool-Aid Pickles
And so much more!
Every dollar spent is more than a purchase; it’s an investment in a young person’s confidence, creativity, and future.
Bring the family. Bring your friends. Come discover the next generation of business owners, creators, and leaders right here in Jackson.
🗓️Saturday, June 6, 2026
⏰10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
📍Jackson Zoo
2918 W Capitol St, Jackson, MS
🎟️Admission:
$10 Adults
$5 Youth Under 17
Youth under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
Don’t just hear about it later...
COME SHOP. COME SUPPORT. COME BE INSPIRED.
In Collaboration with The Jackson Zoo, City of Jackson - Government, and 97.7fm The Beat Of The Capital
*The list does not know show all of our amazing Youth Entrepreneurs that will be participating* there are even more!!!!
FutureCEOs
YouthBusiness FamilyFun R3MImpactNetwork JacksonEvents SupportThekids KidtrepreneurJN YoungEntrepreneurs
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2918 W Capitol Street
Jackson, MS
39209
Opening Hours
| Tuesday | 10am - 4pm |
| Wednesday | 10am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 10am - 4pm |
| Friday | 10am - 4pm |
| Saturday | 10am - 4pm |
| Sunday | 10am - 4pm |