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Saturday, January 10, 2026
Central Park Zoo, East 64th Street & 5th Ave, New York, NY, USA

Central Park Zoo: hours and best times to visit

Check seasonal hours, last entry, and popular feeding times to plan your visit.

We are currently closed

Today: Closed

Opens in 15h 7m

Regular Opening Hours
DayHoursStatus
Monday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Open
Tuesday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Open
Wednesday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Open
Thursday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Open
Friday10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Open
Saturday10:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Open
Sunday10:00 AM - 05:30 PM
Open
Seasonal Timetable

Spring–Fall Weekdays

02/04 – 31/10

10:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Open

Spring–Fall Weekends & Federal Holidays

02/04 – 31/10

10:00 AM - 05:30 PM

Open

Winter Daily

01/11 – 01/04

10:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Open
Special Events & Holidays

Christmas Day

25/12

Closed

Closed

New Year's Day

01/01

Closed

Closed
Important Information

Final admission is typically 30–60 minutes before closing.

Weekday mornings offer softer light, smaller crowds, and active animals.

Reserve in advance on weekends and holidays — timed slots can sell out.

No monthly free day; check WCS discounts, NYC Culture Pass, or IDNYC membership offers for savings.