Free Admission to Columbus Zoo for MLK Jr. Day

TBA for 2022. Get FREE ADMISSION to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium on Monday, January 18, 2021, in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Use this day off of work and school to see what the Zoo offers in the colder months.

There are plenty of indoor attractions to seek respite from the cold, including a tropical vacation at Discovery Reef and Manatee Coast, Bob & Evelyn’s Roadhouse with animals from Down Under, meet the gorillas in the Congo, slither on over to the reptile building, and explore Asia Quest including a visit with the elephants.

Many animals thrive in the cold weather including polar bears who can be seen swimming year round in pool water maintained with geothermal energy at a comfortable 40-65 degrees.

Please note that there is still a $10 parking fee per car, except for members. The Zoo is open from 10 am – 4 pm!

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is open every day through February from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and offers 50% off regular admission January 4 through February 28, 2021. You can also enjoy free admission on President’s Day, February 15, so plan ahead!

Additional discounts include

Tuesdays: Seniors (ages 60+) receive half price admission to the Zoo
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays: Franklin County residents receive half price admission to the Zoo. Valid ID must be presented at time of purchase.
Military Discount: Active and Non-active duty military personnel receive a $2 discount on up to 6 tickets when they show a valid military ID.

Note: discounts apply to full-priced admission only.

See the whole list of discounts and free days at the Zoo here!