Plan Your Visit
NOT AT FULL OPERATION DUE TO CONTINUING PROJECTS:
Through the hard work of the Jackson Zoo staff, the City of Jackson crews, and the amazing JZ Volunteers, the zoo is open to the public six days a week (weather permitting)
Tuesday - Sunday
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
(Last ticket sold at 3:00 p.m.)
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Ages 13 years old and up: $8.00 each
Ages 2 -12 years: $5.00 each
Under the age of 2 years: Free
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Due to reduced prices, no other regular discounts or refunds are available.
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$2 TUESDAYS: $2 each person, any age. Tickets can only be used on Tuesday.
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To receive discounted price your Military ID will have to be shown at Admission Gate.
Rides on the Endangered Species Carousel are $2 per seat, and Splash Pad is included with admission during the summer season.
*NOTE: Due to current temporary system, credit or debit cards can be used ONLINE ONLY. Window admission sales and gift shop sales are CASH ONLY.
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** Please direct any further questions to Admissions at 601-952-8776 or via send us a message in the chat. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Other Guidelines:
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Pepsi vending machines are also available.
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No outside food or coolers are allowed inside the zoo, especially inside the Splash Pad. (Bottled water is allowed, but no coolers.)
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Due to unknown or unexpected animal behavior, only trained and/or certified Service Animals are allowed on zoo grounds. (Please make other arrangements for Therapy or Emotional Support Animals, which are not covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act.)
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The Jackson Zoo is TOBACCO FREE. For the health of our animals, staff, & other guests, there is no area available for smoking, vaping, dipping, or any other tobacco-related activities once inside the zoo admission gates.
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NO firearms allowed on the premises