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Evansville's Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden

Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden

Evansville, Indiana City Zoo

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Mesker Park Zoo Main Entrance

DAILY EXPERIENCES:

Giraffe Feedings: 11am – 3pm
(weather permitting) $$

Tram Tours: 10am – 4:30pm
(weather permitting) $$

Keeper Penguin Presentation: 10am and 3pm

Penguin Feedings: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, and 2pm $$

Wildlife Carousel: 10am – 4pm $$

Gift Shop:  9am – 5pm

Rainforest Grill: 9am – 4pm

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Amenities & Attractions

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Rainforest Grill

Open 7 Days a Week, 9am – 4pm

The Rainforest Grill is the perfect way to cool off on warm summer days! Step inside and relax in the A/C in our dining room with an ice cold Coca-Cola, Dippin’ Dots, or Forest Freeze. After exploring the hills of Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden, you’ve surely worked up an appetite. Try the kid favorite chicken tenders, cheeseburger, pizza, or grilled cheese, all made fresh to order. Healthy options include salads, fruit cups, and deli sandwiches, and if you’re looking for a quick grab and go snack, popcorn, soft pretzels, nachos, or French fries are just a few of the many snack offerings available at the Rainforest Grill. For adults, we also offer a variety of alcoholic beverages which can be consumed as you explore zoo grounds.

Whatever you’re craving, we’ve got just what you need to fuel up.

Members receive a 10% discount on all Rainforest Grill purchases when they present their membership card (excludes alcohol).

All major credit cards accepted.

Carousel Concessions Cart

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Open Weekends
Memorial Day through Labor Day
(weather permitting): 11am – 3pm

Located next to the Engelbrecht Carousel

The Carousel Concessions Cart offers just what you need to recharge before continuing your adventure through Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden. It is the perfect rest stop as you explore the zoo’s rolling hills. Hot dogs, a variety of ice cold bottled beverages, bagged chips, and frozen treats are available.

All major credit cards accepted.

Wild Rivers Trading Co. Gift Shop

Giftshop

Open Daily
9am – 5pm
(Members receive a discount on certain purchases)

Visa, Mastercard, and Discover cards are accepted.

No Zoo trip is complete without a stop at the gift shop. Whether you’re shopping for the holidays, snagging a birthday gift, or just need that perfect souvenir, the Wild Rivers Gift Shop is sure to have something for everyone!

RIDES and ATTRACTIONS

Tokens for Attractions are available for purchase | $1 ea.

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Penguin Feeding Experience

Feeding experiences are at 11a, 12p, 1p, & 2p daily while supplies lasts.

Now is your chance to get up close and personal with the amazing residents of Penguins of Patagonia. Meet the penguins and feed them their favorite snack!

5 tokens per feeding.

Budgie Walkabout

Budgie Walkabout

Open Seasonally (nighttime temps above 50 degrees), 10am – 4pm

Entry is free, but guests are encouraged to purchase feed sticks for 2 tokens per feed stick to enhance their experience.

Ever wanted to go inside an exhibit with an animal? Well now you can! The Budgie Walkabout gives you the opportunity to be INSIDE the exhibit with hundreds of colorful birds native to Australia!

Giraffe Feeding

Giraffe Feeding

Feedings are 11am – 3pm Daily while supplies last.

Get as close as possible to some of the coolest African natives! For only a couple tokens, you can feed a giraffe some of their favorite treats!

2 tokens per person per feeding.

Giraffe feedings are weather dependent. Check front entry signage for information each day.

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Engelbrecht Carousel

Open Daily 10am – 4pm
2 tokens per person per ride
1 Handicapped Accessible Chariot

Tram

Zoo Tram

Handicapped accessible
2 Tokens for ALL DAY
( Zoo members ride free)

PaddleBoats

Paddleboats

2 Tokens per rider, 30 minute ride time. Open Memorial day to Labor Day 10a -4p (weather permitting)

RENTALS

Electric Mobility Scooter

Available in the Guest Service Office

$20 per day + tax

Available for rent on a first-come, first-serve basis. Due to the popularity of these rentals, we are unable to guarantee availability and these cannot be reserved in advance. Must be 18 years and older and must leave a valid driver’s license or ID. 400-pound weight limit.

Strollers

Stroller Rental

Single – $5 + tax

Double – $6 + tax

Available for rent on a first-come, first-serve basis. Due to the popularity of these rentals, we are unable to guarantee availability and these cannot be reserved in advance.

KultureCity Sensory Bags

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Sensory Bag

KultureCity Sensory bags are available for checkout at the front gate. Sensory bags include various items to help those who may have sensory needs. Items include: Sound dampening headphones, various fidget devices, a lanyard, a needs card. A weighted lap blanket is also available upon request. This service is available free of charge. Simply submit your Photo ID to the front gate to check out a bag. Your ID will be returned to you once the bag is returned to the front gate.

Check out the official KultureCityâ„¢ Mesker Page Here!
KultureCity Sensory Bags Identification Lanyard
Identification Lanyard
KultureCity Sensory Bags Needs Card
Needs Card
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Needs Card 2
KultureCity Sensory Bags Weighted Blanket
Weighted Blanket
KultureCity Sensory Bags Sound Dampening Headphones
Sound Dampening Headphones
KultureCity Sensory Bags Various Fidget Devices
Various Fidget Devices

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Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Gardens

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Open 365 Days a Year!

9am - 4pm

Summer Rates

Adults (Ages 13+): $11.00
Children (age 3-12): $10.00
Children 2 and Under: Free

1545 Mesker Park Drive
Evansville, Indiana 47720

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