# Military Appreciation Day at Nashville Zoo > Event for families in the Nashville–Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin area (TN). Times are Central Time. - When: Sun, Nov 8 · 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM - Where: Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, 3777 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211 - Ages: Suitable for families of all ages - Price: Military personnel and immediate family are free; General admission for non-military: Adults approximately $25, Children $18 - Status: Ended (last date Sun, Nov 8). - Organizer: Nashville Zoo at Grassmere - Official page: https://www.nashvillezoo.org/visit - Last checked: Fri, Nov 6 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/nashville/activities/military-appreciation-day-at-nashville-zoo--listing-3c8290ce8ec21169c7de0286 ## About This Sunday, Nashville Zoo is hosting a special Military Appreciation Day. Active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their immediate families can enjoy free admission all day with valid military identification. On this Sunday, as autumn deepens, children can not only visit koalas, Sumatran tigers, and free-roaming red kangaroos, but also participate in special military flag science origami activities and engaging wildlife conservation talks at the lawn plaza. The zoo grounds are shaded by green trees with golden autumn leaves, making it an excellent time for walks and photos. Facilities are fully stroller-accessible, with wide ramps leading directly to all animal enclosures. Family changing rooms, diaper changing stations, and air-conditioned nursing rooms are readily available throughout the park. It is recommended to bring a stroller in advance and bring your own drinking water or replenish energy at the park's family cafe. Suitable for families of all ages, with a recommended visit duration of approximately 3-5 hours. ## Similar picks coming up in Nashville - [Read to a Therapy Dog with Nashville Therapy Pets at Madison Library](https://grassyknees.com/nashville/activities/read-to-a-therapy-dog-with-nashville-therapy-pets-at-madison-library--listing-3b11c83135984690cb5d0dbb) — Thu, Nov 12 · 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM · Nashville Public Library — Madison Branch · checked Oct 30. 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