9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily; closed only Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day.
Admission today is only $5; some animals may not be on exhibit due to weather conditions.
The Kansas City Zoo is located in Swope Park at 6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, Missouri.
Just off I-435 and US-71 highway, the Zoo is easily accessible from any part of the metropolitan area.
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Inclement weather admission prices are only available at the Zoo and valid only Nov - Feb.
Remember to keep the following in mind, before signing up for an event:
All events are rain or shine.
Job descriptions and the length of time required are provided.
You need to be available for the duration of the time commitment.
Children must be at least 10 years old to volunteer and able to perform the duties listed in the job description, and must be accompanied by a parent at all times.
Youth group volunteers are welcome, but must be 7th grade and above. We require one chaperone to every five students.
Other children or family members may not accompany you while you are volunteering.
There will be a check in table located at the Front Gate Admissions area. Please check in before your shift.
Please allow sufficient time to arrive, as we are depending on you to help make our events successful.
On the day of the event, if you are unable to attend, please call (816) 513-5700, before 5 p.m. or leave a message at (816) 513-5728 after 5 p.m.
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You think you’re hot in the summer. These guys get heat stroke at 85 degrees!
