# Family Free Day at the Milwaukee County Zoo (December)

> Event for families in the Milwaukee–Waukesha area (WI). Times are Central Time.

- When: Sat, Dec 5 · 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Where: Milwaukee County Zoo, 10001 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53226
- Ages: All ages
- Price: Free admission for all guests; parking and regular attraction fees still apply
- Organizer: Milwaukee County Zoo
- Official page: https://milwaukeezoo.org/
- Last checked: Sat, Oct 24

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## About

A winter Saturday when admission to the Milwaukee County Zoo is free for everyone. The zoo suggests warming up in its indoor animal buildings, such as the Aquatic & Reptile Center and Florence Mila Borchert Big Cat Country, between outdoor stops. Parking and regular attraction fees still apply. Families planning to stay for the evening Wild Lights show need a separate Wild Lights ticket.

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