Use GPS address 293 Sumner Ave. Inputting any other address into your GPS may lead to a locked gate.

Parking is managed by the City of Springfield and not included in admission. Parking is $3/in-state and $5/out-of-state plate, cash only.

The Zoo's ticket booth accepts cash, debit/credit, ApplePay, GooglePay and Cash App. Our outdoor gift shop does not accept cash at this time, but can accept credit/debit, ApplePay, Google Pay and Cash App.

Last admission to The Zoo is always sold at 3:30 p.m.

Does The Zoo sell food?

The Zoo does not sell food. Outside food is not allowed inside of The Zoo for the safety of our animals. Guests are welcome to eat a packed lunch at the many picnic tables around the park outside of The Zoo.

What kind of animals will I see?

A comprehensive list of The Zoo's animals can be found below. Depending on the season and weather, a handful of animals may not be on display at the time of your visit.

Can I feed the animals?

Grain cones to feed our hoofstock animals are available for purchase in the ticket booth.

Pets are not allowed inside The Zoo. Service animals are allowed.

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Plan Your Visit

The Zoo in Forest Park

& Education Center

Springfield, MA

293 Sumner Ave.
Parking & Directions

Hours

Weather Permitting

Mon - Fri: Closed
Sat - Sun: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

ADMISSIONS

Adults: $13.00

Seniors (Ages 62+) and Military: $9.00

Children (Ages 1 to 12): $7.00

Children under 1: FREE

The Zoo is open weekends-only through April and for Massachusetts and Connecticut April vacation weeks (April 12-27).

Know Before You Go

Directions
Use GPS address 293 Sumner Ave. Inputting any other address into your GPS may lead to a locked gate.
Parking
Parking is managed by the City of Springfield and not included in admission. Parking is $3/in-state and $5/out-of-state plate, cash only.
Payment
The Zoo's ticket booth accepts cash, debit/credit, ApplePay, GooglePay and Cash App.

Our outdoor gift shop does not accept cash at this time, but can accept credit/debit, ApplePay, Google Pay and Cash App.
Last Admission
Last admission to The Zoo is always sold at 3:30 p.m.
Does The Zoo sell food?
The Zoo does not sell food. Outside food is not allowed inside of The Zoo for the safety of our animals. Guests are welcome to eat a packed lunch at the many picnic tables around the park outside of The Zoo.
What kind of animals will I see?
A comprehensive list of The Zoo's animals can be found below. Depending on the season and weather, a handful of animals may not be on display at the time of your visit.
Animals
Can I feed the animals?
Grain cones to feed our hoofstock animals are available for purchase in the ticket booth.
Can I bring my pet?
Pets are not allowed inside The Zoo. Service animals are allowed.