The Indianapolis Zoo is closed on Dec. 24 & 25. We will reopen on Thursday, Dec. 26, at 2pm, with Christmas at the Zoo starting at 5pm.

Make a Splash!

Experience what it’s like to bathe an elephant!

In this program, participants will help scrub down one of our African elephants and learn what it takes to care for these amazing animals at the Zoo. All participants must be at least 6 years old, and children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a paid adult participant. 

When:
  • Christmas at the Zoo Elephant Bathing Schedule (Nov. 23 – Jan. 5):
    • Saturdays & Sundays at 2:15pm
  • Jan. 11 – Feb. 29 2025 – Saturdays & Sundays at 10:45am
Cost:
  • Zoo members: $68 per participant
  • Nonmembers: $75 per participant (does not include Zoo admission)
elephant bathing
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