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Step into adventure this spring and spot dragons and other legendary creatures.
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Tickets are available to reserve through August 31.
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Explore our newest exhibit and see birds from around the globe.
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Today’s Schedule

Thursday, April 23rd

Schedule updated each morning before we open at 9 a.m. Meet the Keeper Chats are sponsored by CenterPoint Energy Foundation.

  • 9:30 am
    Birds of the World
  • 10:00 am
    Reptiles and Amphibians
  • 10:30 am
    Masai Giraffes
  • 10:30 am
    One Ocean Aquarium
  • 11:00 am
    Giraffe Feeding Platform in African Forest (Dependent on Weather/Giraffes)
  • 11:30 am
    Elephant Cow Yard
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Fleet Week Houston – From Sea to Sea Lions
April 22, 2026

330 Servicemen and Women Visit the Houston Zoo and Engage with Wildlife A little rain didn’t dampen the spirits of the 330 U.S. Navy, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen and women who traded their…

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