KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Before you arrive at the Zoo, plan your day by knowing the many special animal experiences available throughout the park. Special experience schedule. Schedules are subject to change. Columbus Zoo and Aquarium COLUMBUS ZOO AND AQUARIUM THE WILDS ZOOMBEZI BAY SAFARI GOLF VISIT DISCOVER ANIMALS ABOUT HOURS CALENDAR TICKETS GIVE NEWSROOM JOBS & OPPORTUNITIES FAQS MEMBERSHIP GLOBAL IMPACT 'TIS THE SEASON Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram Pinterest Close We're Hiring! FIND A JOB WITH US! Chat with Us HOLIDAY HOURS The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Zoo will be closed on Christmas (Dec. 25) and Thanksgiving (Nov. 25). Wildlights is also closed on Christmas Eve (Dec. 24). The hours for Wildlights, which will take place Nov. 19 - Jan 2., are as follows: Sundays - Thursdays from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays from 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Members are also invited to join us for Wildlights Member Night on Nov. 18! Per CDC guidance, we strongly encourage everyone to wear masks indoors, regardless of vaccination status. Please note that for the health and safety of the animals, some designated tours will require masks, regardless of vaccination status. Let’s take care of each other! LEARN MORE Close