COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (MAY 14, 2026) — Niabi Zoo is launching an exciting new program this summer: Zoo Nights. Zoo Nights give visitors the chance to explore the zoo during extended evening hours once a month.
Guests can enjoy the Zoo 10AM-8PM, with last entry at 7PM, on the following dates:
- May 21
- June 18 (Pride Night)
- July 16
- August 20
Zoo Nights provide a unique opportunity to experience Niabi’s animals in a different light. From active evening behaviors to the sounds of wildlife at dusk, the program gives visitors the chance to enjoy a unique atmosphere throughout the forty-acre zoo, which is home to more than 600 animals from around the world.
“Zoo Nights are all about giving families and animal lovers a fresh perspective on the Zoo,” said Lee Jackson, director of Niabi Zoo.
“Visiting in the evening lets you enjoy the Zoo in a new setting, all while there’s still plenty of daylight to explore.”
Tickets to Niabi are available at the Zoo entrance on the day of your visit. Admission is $11 for adults (ages thirteen to 61), $10 for seniors (62+) and military personnel, and $8.50 for children (ages two through twelve). Children under two, Niabi Zoo members, and Funbundle or Zooseum pass holders receive free entry.
About Niabi Zoo
Niabi Zoo, which is operated by the Forest Preserve District of Rock Island County, offers an opportunity to explore more than forty acres in Coal Valley, Illinois, and discover more than 600 animals from around the world. The Zoo places great emphasis on educating people of all ages about the importance of conservation and how they can play a part in saving species and ecosystems for future generations. Niabi Zoo is working today to assure a better tomorrow for all living things. For more information about the Zoo, visit NiabiZoo.com.
To learn more about the Niabi Zoo Foundation, visit Niabizoofoundation.com.
