# Penguin March at the Kansas City Zoo (weekends)

> Event for families in the Kansas City area (MO / KS). Times are Central Time.

- When: Fri, Nov 27 (+8 more dates) · 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM
- Where: Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium (Helzberg Penguin Plaza), 6800 Zoo Dr, Kansas City, MO 64132
- Ages: All ages
- Price: Free with zoo admission
- Organizer: Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
- Official page: https://www.kansascityzoo.org/event/penguin-march
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

The zoo's penguins waddle and parade through Helzberg Penguin Plaza with their animal care team for a short up-close look at their behaviors and personalities. A 15-minute march at 11 am on select weekends; free with zoo admission.

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