# Saint Louis Zoo Autumn Wildlife Discovery & Animal Enrichment > Event for families in the St. Louis area (MO / IL). Times are Central Time. - When: Fri, Nov 27 · 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM - Where: Saint Louis Zoo, 1 Government Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110 - Ages: All ages welcome; stroller-friendly park paths; certified sensory-inclusive venue - Price: Free general admission daily; optional attractions (Zooline Railroad, 4D Theater) available for $3–$6 per ticket; parking fee applies - Organizer: Saint Louis Zoo - Official page: https://stlzoo.org - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 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/st-louis/activities/saint-louis-zoo-autumn-wildlife-discovery-and-animal-enrichment--listing-4e8614bdbb6832bbfcca9d28 ## About The world-renowned Saint Louis Zoo in Forest Park invites families for autumn wildlife discovery over Thanksgiving week. Visitors can observe grizzly bears, Asian elephants, penguins, and primates investigating festive seasonal pumpkins and specialized autumn enrichment treats provided by zookeepers. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Fully paved, ADA-accessible walkways throughout the entire 90-acre zoo grounds; single and double stroller rentals available at entrance gates. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Dedicated Nursing Rooms equipped with rocking chairs and electrical outlets are located at the Welcome Learning Center and Lakeside Cafe. • Age Suitability: Engaging for all age groups, from toddlers marveling at sea lions to curious older kids learning from wildlife educators. • Sensory Tips: KultureCity certified sensory-inclusive venue; sensory bags with noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, and weighted lap pads are available at Guest Services. ## Similar picks in St. Louis - [Saint Louis Science Center Thanksgiving Break STEM Workshops & Planetarium](https://grassyknees.com/st-louis/activities/saint-louis-science-center-thanksgiving-break-stem-workshops-and-plane--listing-94b002003c55517207e97be0) — Fri, Nov 27 · 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM · Saint Louis Science Center · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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