The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium, a private non-profit organization, is operated in agreement with the Kansas City, MO, Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners, is partially funded by the Zoological District, and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

Enjoy a full year of fun at Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium, where every visit is a new adventure! Memberships include unlimited admission to the Zoo, discounts on concessions and retail, a subscription to Expeditions quarterly newsletter, discounts on select Zoo events, and more.

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This world-class facility at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is home to nearly 8,000 animals in 34 habitats that tell the story of how ocean currents connect animals across the globe. Be immersed in the experience of being at the ocean, right here in the middle of the country.

There's always something happening at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium! Get dates, times, and details for upcoming special events.

Jazzoo is the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium's largest annual fund-raising event. Money from sponsors and ticket sales help feed nearly 10,000 animals. It also supports the Zoo's educational initiatives.

Explore our animals -- use the Zoo map to find your favorites at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium.

The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is home to more than 10,000 animals, representing more than 200 species. Get to know them here, then come and meet them in person at the Zoo!

Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium will make every effort to accommodate last-minute requests. Requests should include the exact locations proposed, number of people that will be present, equipment present, timeline, any activities or interviews needed, …

Celebrate love in the animal kingdom with a night of all-new hilarious skits performed by some of Kansas City’s finest theater actors! Kiss & Tail promises an unforgettable, adults-only evening of comedy on Saturday, February 15.