Open and Closed Exhibits

Weather, minor maintenance or animal health issues may cause a change from day to day, so if you are coming to see a specific animal, please call 515-974-2501 in advance to verify.

Exhibits Generally Open Everyday:

Addax
Africa Aviary
Aldabra Tortoises
Alpaca Acres - Open May 25, 2024 - Sept. 2, 2024
Amur Tiger
Australia
Blue Cranes
Carousel
Cassowary - It's breeding season! The cassowary may not be viewable, as they spend time together inside.
Cinereous Vulture
Critter Corner - Intermittent throughout the day, with 15 minute breaks in-between
Discovery Center
Duiker
Face Painting / Glitter Tattoos - May have alternate hours than zoo hours
Flamingos
Gibbons - May have indoor access, as animals may choose to not be viewable
Giraffe
Giraffe Feeding - Open May 25, 2024 - Sept. 2, 2024
GoGo Plaza
Grey Crowned Cranes
Hy-Vee's Safari Grill - Subject to change without notice
Japanese Macaques
Kids Kingdom
Kori Bustards
Lemurs - May have indoor access, as animals may choose to not be viewable
Lions
Nyala
Okapi
Otter
Penguins
Parakeet Feeding - May 25, 2024 - Sept. 2, 2024
Red River Hogs
Rhinos
Seals/Sea Lions
Snow Leopard
Train Ride
Wallabies
Zebra

Closed Exhibits and Attractions:

Koi Feeding