LOCAL | Memphis Zoo Expands On Free Admission On Tuesdays

The Memphis Zoo has expanded its Tuesday free entry program for Tennessee residents.

Additionally, the Shelby County government is contributing $1.5 million to cover the expansion’s costs.

The first extended “Free Tennessee Tuesday” at the zoo will take place on September 9, from open to closing.

Prior to March, free admission for residents of Tennessee was only available in the afternoons for 11 of the 12 months. It will now be available every Tuesday throughout the year.

The free Tuesday admission is now requiring online bookings.

Memphis Zoo Expands Free Tennessee Tuesday Access with Advance Reservations

Thanks to the generous support of the @SCCommission901 and the Shelby County @MayorLeeHarris Administration, Memphis Zoo is proud to expand its free Tennessee Tuesday admission program. Beginning… pic.twitter.com/suSB5BJBPf

— Memphis Zoo (@MemphisZoo) September 3, 2025