Release Date: January 11,2023

Akron Zoo to Celebrate MLK, Jr. Day

January 10, 2023, AKRON, Ohio – The Akron Zoo is offering free admission for all guests in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, Jan. 16 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Parking rates apply.

The Akron Zoo is open 361 days a year. Winter hours are 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Admission is $9 per person. Children under two are free and parking is $5. For more information visit www.akronzoo.org or call (330) 375-2550.  

Founded in 1953, the Akron Zoo is a non-profit, world conservation zoo with over 1,000 animals from around the world. Located just west of Downtown Akron, the zoo strives to connect your life to wildlife while inspiring lifelong learning and conservation action. The Akron Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). With its more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation, and your link to helping animals in their native habitats.