EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is returning to regular hours of operation starting Friday, March 1 just in time for spring break, according to a news release sent by the City of El Paso.
The city says that during spring break, the zoo will be open every day starting Saturday, March 2 through Sunday, March 17.
Additionally, the zoo has prepared interactive and educational fun for the entire family.
Special spring break hours (March 2 through March 17):
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday
The zoo and the El Paso Public Libraries will host “Wild Encounters” at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 2, at the Wildlife Amphitheater.
The Wild Encounters show will teach children about various animals and birds through books and see these creatures in real life. The Public Libraries Bookmobile will be there as well, according to the city.
“We are excited and ready to welcome visitors during Spring Break,” said El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens Director Joe Montisano. “It is a great time for parents, children, and everyone to learn about animals, what they eat, how they socialize, and why they are an important part of our ecosystem.”
The city says that after spring break, the zoo will resume spring/summer hours of operation and will be closed on Monday and Tuesday. The closures are necessary for extensive cleaning of facilities and animal care procedures.
Regular spring/summer hours (March through October):
From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday
From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
For more information about the spring break hours and all of the events and programming happening at the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens, visit www.ElPasoZoo.org.
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