New Red Panda Experience, Now Open
We are excited to welcome a new Red Panda Experience to Hemker Park & Zoo! Guests can now get up-close and personal with our bamboo-loving red pandas during our one-of-a-kind close encounter experience. Spend time with the Animal Care team and learn about the care...
Hemker Park & Zoo Contributes to Turtle and Tortoise Study
Conservation Research: Hemker Park & Zoo Contributes to Turtle and Tortoise Study Challenging Evolutionary Theories of Aging Even though humans live longer lives compared to their historical counterparts, we cannot escape the inevitability of aging. However,...
Santa Days 2026
Santa Visits the Zoo November 21, 27 & 28, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Santa is making a special stop at Hemker Park & Zoo this holiday season! Bring the family and enjoy a festive, fun-filled holiday experience. Holiday Activities for the Whole Family Meet...