24 Oct 2017

Boo at the Zoo

By Niabi Zoo

Mark your calendars for this weekend's "merry not scary" Halloween event at Niabi. Boo at the Zoo is Oct. 28 and Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Revel in trick-or-treat stations, decorated trails and Zookeeper Chats, perfect for the young and young at heart. Don't forget your costume! 

 

16 Oct 2017

Turning DAY into NIGHT: new bat exhibit now open!

By Niabi Zoo

Watch bats during the day? YOU CAN do it at Niabi!

 

Come see the new bats at Niabi Zoo! The exhibit, which features Seba's short-tailed bats, uses lighting systems and other technologies to reverse day and night making the animals active and alert for visitor's "night exhibit" experience.
 

02 Aug 2017

Passionate about Animals? Volunteer!

By Niabi Zoo

Passionate about animals? Consider becoming a Volunteer at the Niabi Zoo! We are hosting a Volunteer Information Session on Wed. Aug. 2 at 6:30pm in the Zoo Administration Building. Come learn about the commitments and requirements for our exciting positions!

21 Oct 2015

FINAL DAY OF THE SEASON NOVEMBER 1.

By Niabi Zoo

Make a fall visit to the Niabi Zoo

It's just about time to wrap up the 2015 season, but you still have time to come out for a fall walk to see the leaves changing color.

Monday
Closed
Tuesday - Saturday
10 am - 4 pm
Sunday 
11 am - 4 pm
Last admission at 3 pm each day
BOO AT THE ZOO.
Dress the kids in their costumes and trick-or-treat during the day at the zoo. Stop at the vendor booths for treats as you stroll through the zoo at this merry not scary Halloween event.
The event is free for zoo members. Regular admission rates apply.
Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
04 Sep 2015

News from Niabi Zoo

By Niabi Zoo

FALL HOURS START SEPT 14.

The kids are back in school and soon fall will be here. When the seasons change, so do the zoo's hours.
Monday
Closed
Tuesday - Saturday
10 am - 4 pm
Sunday 
11 am - 4 pm
Last admission at 3 pm each day. The last pony rides of the season will be September 7. Purchase tickets at the zoo's entrance gate.
BREAKFAST WITH THE ANIMALS
There are three more Breakfast with the Animals dates for this season. Enjoy a warm breakfast buffet at 8:30 am then do a zoo activity. The activities change and may include a visit behind the scenes, an up close animal encounter or a chance to speak with the keepers.
The program ends around 9:30 am, then explore Niabi Zoo before the gates open for the day at 10 am.
Sept 19 Monkeys
Oct 17 In the Jungle
Dec 5 Visit with Santa
Zoo Members $18, Non-Members $22
CLASSES FOR KIDS AGES 2-4 BACK IN SESSION.
Sign up for Zoo Tots classes, starting September 10 and running through April 16. The class topic is the same Thursday and Saturday, and topics change each month.
The 60-minute class includes craft time, a story and animal encounter.
Members receive discounted class registration.
27 Jul 2015

Get tickets to Pints this Saturday

By Niabi Zoo
SATURDAY NIGHT AUGUST 1     5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. AT NIABI ZOO

The final food and drink menus are being finalized for Pints. Here's a sneak peek at what presenting sponsor Stern Beverage plans to have available at the 5th annual beer tasting:

Uinta, Tighthead, Ommegang, Lost Coast, Shiner, Erdinger, Goose Island, Redhook, Widmer, Potosi, Great River, Lena, Millstream, Backpocket and Bent River.

Not into beer? Don't worry! There will also be a handful of wines from Metal Label, Wombat and Found Stone. And if you're more of a cocktail drinker, Mixx Tails will have several mixed drinks.

Dress casual, bring your friends (21 and older) and eat and drink your way through the zoo stopping at the animal exhibits. With the 5:30 start time, you'll have plenty of daylight to explore the zoo.

The Niabi Zoological Society will use funds raised at Pints for future improvements at the zoo. Thank you for supporting your community zoo.

CLICK TO PURCHASE TICKETS

$30 Niabi Zoo Members
$35 non-members and guests
Buy a 6-pack for the member price of $160
non-members pay only $190.
09 Jun 2015

SCHOOL'S OUT AND THE ZOO IS IN!

By Niabi Zoo

Before you hear how bored your kids are, get out to Niabi Zoo for a day of animal exploration and family fun.

A visit to the zoo lasts about two hours, depending on the age of the child and how many trips you take on the carrousel and train.

New food options make it easy and more nutritious to have lunch at the zoo.

Insider tip: Come to the zoo right at 10 a.m. to beat the mid-day heat and see the animals in the morning when they are most active. Gates open at 11 a.m. on Sunday. Final admission each day is 4 p.m.

Become a member to beat the summer boredom and get in free for a full year. Click here to see all the great membership perks.

KIDS' WILD FEST IS ON JUNE 20..

The annual event is back on Saturday, June 20 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. It's a day just for kids where they can act like a monkey, do fun activities and visit the vendor booths. The event is free for zoo members and regular zoo admission applies. No RSVP required.

WORLD GIRAFFE DAY AT NIABI ZOO.

Sunday, June 21, 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

World Giraffe Day is an initiative of the Giraffe Conservation Foundation (GCF), celebrating the longest-necked animal, on the longest day of the year.  Niabi is hosting games and activities and offering a chance to win a giraffe encounter.

Public giraffe feedings are 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $4 a person and can be purchased at the front gate or with cash at the giraffe platform.

25 Nov 2014

GREAT GIFT IDEAS FROM NIABI ZOO

By Niabi Zoo

You can do your holiday shopping right here and find unique Niabi Zoo gifts for every child and adult on your list. Shop local and support your community zoo. Receive a complimentary reusable Niabi Zoo bag with any purchase.

Niabi Zoo gifts can be purchased online or by calling (309) 799-3482 ext. 222.

16 Oct 2014

SNOW LEOPARD DAY THIS SATURDAY 11AM-2PM

By Niabi Zoo
Niabi's snow leopards are excited that winter is coming. Get out to the zoo this weekend before the zoo closes for the season and enjoy fun activities to celebrate these elusive big cats.
Kira and Niko will be the stars of Keeper Chats, free educational talks by a Niabi zookeeper that will give you all kinds of interesting animal facts.
There's more fun with games, a raffleand you can sign up for your chance to win a behind the scenes tour with the snow leopards. 
Click here to download a coloringsheet and your artwork will be on display until the zoo closes for the season.
SPECIAL ADOPT PERKS
Sign up this Saturday to become a snow leopard ADOPTparent for only $50 and get great perks:
A snow leopard plush in a Niabi Zoo green reusable bag
Certificate of ADOPTION
Info sheet and photo of a snow leopard
Bonus info sheets from the Snow Leopard Trust
01 Oct 2014

The Zoofari silent auction is now open and everybody can browse and bid - even if you aren't attending Zoofari!

By Niabi Zoo

Click here to view the silent auction items

Bid from home from your computer, tablet or text your bids with your cell phone. It's easy and fun and gives you a way to support future exhibits at Niabi Zoo.

Here's How It Works

Click here for the auction website

Click the orange Register for Auction button near the top of the screen and follow the simple instructions. You will be asked to provide your cell number and credit card. You will ONLY be charged if you donate or win an auction item. There is no fee to browse or register.

Cool Bidding Features

Receive text messages showing when you've been outbid, reply with a higher bid or set your maximum bid.

To set your maximum bid, enter the item number, your maximum bid amount, and the letter M to indicate the maximum you are willing to bid. The system will automatically bid for you until you win or your max is met. To check the status of your bids, reply to any Qtego text with the word STATUS and send. You'll receive a text showing items on which you are the current high bidder.

Zoofari Attendees

Sign up for the auction in advance or see any Qtego staffer in a bright orange t-shirt upon arriving at Zoofari if you need assistance.

Be sure to fully charge your cell phone!

You can use your cell phone at Zoofari to purchase 2013 Honda Fit Sport raffle tickets for $25 each (donated by Zimmerman Honda), take a 1 in 100 chance to win a $1,500 diamond from Necker's Jewelers for only $40, or fund a need at any level of giving to support future exhibits at the zoo. By registering through Qtego for your purchases, check out is a breeze.

Be sure to check out the live auction items by clicking here. Several group trips are available so contact your friends about bidding together for a fantastic getaway!

Dress is casual for the event and the tent will be heated. Dress in layers and wear comfortable shoes for walking on grass.

Bring your charged up phone. Bring your appetite. And bring your friends to Zoofari for a fun night to support Niabi Zoo. The event starts at 6 pm.

Tickets are $100 each and still available by clicking here.

Tables of 8 are $800 and a VIP table with bottle service is $1,000.

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