13 Sep 2025

Niabi Zoo: Seventh Annual Animal Art Show and Sale

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (September 13, 2025) — We are excited to announce our Seventh Annual Animal Art Show and Sale!

 Event Dates

  • September 20–21
  • September 27–28
  • October 4–5
  • October 25–26

⏰ Time: 10AM–3PM

📍 Location: Art tent in front of the gibbon habitat

11 Sep 2025

Niabi Zoo: All-New Family Education Program

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (September 11, 2025) — This fall through spring, Niabi Zoo is bringing conservation to your backyard! In this twelve-class series we will explore many aspects of conservation from learning how to identify native bumblebees and plants to building animal homes for your yard. If you and yours want to learn together about how to take an active role in conservation, this family-friendly class series is for you! Participants of all ages are welcome.

10 Sep 2025

Niabi Zoo: Heroes Day September 14

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (September 10, 2025) — We want to show our appreciation to our local heroes, including police officers, firefighters, health-care workers, paramedics, as well as active and veteran military personnel by offering FREE Zoo admission with an ID showing your employment or status. Help us show our thanks to them for serving your communities, neighbors, family, and friends throughout the Quad Cities and our country.

09 Sep 2025

Don’t Miss Pints for Preservation, September 19, 6-10PM

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (September 9, 2025) — If seeing animals from across the globe while sipping cold beer sounds like a good time, then you need to buy your tickets to Pints for Preservation!

BONUS: The funds raised during the night will be used to support future improvements at the zoo.

04 Sep 2025

Niabi Zoo: Breakfast with the Rhino on September 21

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (September 4, 2025) — Come to our FIRST EVER Breakfast with the Rhino! Enjoy a Rhino-sized breakfast and learn about chubby unicorns and the plight they face in the wild. All five species of rhinos face extinction with three species being critically endangered and 2 subspecies having gone extinct since 2011. Learn what you can do to help save these powerful pachyderms!

13 Jul 2025

Big Cats Return to Niabi Zoo Following Cat House Renovations

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (July 13, 2025) — Niabi Zoo is excited to welcome back its Amur leopards, snow leopards, and African leopard following extensive renovations to their habitat. After sustaining significant structural damage during the severe January 2024 winter snowstorms, the big cat house has been rebuilt to better meet the animals’ needs and support the zoo’s long-term care and conservation goals.

07 Jul 2025

Niabi Zoo July 24 Members Only Night

By Niabi Zoo

 COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (July 7, 2025) — Member's Night is July 24. You'll need to get your tickets by the end of the day on July 21.

We ♥ our members! This is why we’re hosting a special night exclusively for YOU! The evening includes your usual free admission and parking, plus FREE access to:

30 May 2025

Can You Escape Niabi Zoo?

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (May 30, 2025) — Zoo guests who stay past closing time could find themselves locked in the Zoo. After hours on Wednesday, June 11, you and your friends will be locked in and will have to follow clues and solve puzzles in order to Escape the Zoo!

21 May 2025

Niabi Zoo Giveaway and More

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (May 21, 2025) — Join us on May 31 for a magical day full of Fantastic Tails!

Your favorite fairy tale and superhero characters are swinging by Niabi Zoo for an enchanting adventure.

May 31, 2025 | 10AM-4PM

Event Details:

Capture memories with characters 10:30AM–12:30PM

See over 600 animals from around the world, including our adorable prairie dogs: 

03 Feb 2025

Niabi Zoo Classes for Winter and Spring

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (February 3, 2025) — Join us for fun, interactive learning experiences that your child won't soon forget! Throughout our six classes, your child will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of the endangered species our Zookeepers care for, the threats facing them, and how we can help to save these species before it's too late! They will hear animal stories, make creative crafts, and see amazing animals on exclusive tours.

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