Party with the Animals! Mayor Greenberg and the Louisville Zoo invite you to celebrate the July Birthday Bash

Press Release Zoo

Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and the Louisville Zoo invite families to celebrate some of the Zoo’s most beloved animal residents with July birthdays on Saturday, July 11, 2026. This month’s celebration features our newest dad, Amur tiger Timmy, turning 9, and Sumatran orangutan Bella, turning 42!

Watch as these birthday stars enjoy species-specific custom enrichment treats designed just for them. Plus, special keeper talks that reveal fascinating animal stories and care insights. (Subject to change for weather and animal schedules)

July Birthday Bash schedule (subject to change):

10:15 a.m.

Babirusa Albus (17)

Islands

10:25 a.m.

Sumatran Orangutan Bella (42)

Islands

10:35 a.m.

Sumatran tiger Kaji (2)

Islands

11 a.m.

Striped Skunks Harry and Neville (3)

MetaZoo

11:45 a.m.

Amur Tiger Timmy (9)

Tiger Taiga

Noon

Eastern Screech Owl Baked Beans (1)

Green-winged Macaw Fig (21)

Islands common area

The July Birthday Bash is free with Zoo admission. Plan your visit and see the full schedule at louisvillezoo.org/birthdaybash.

Zoo Hours

The Zoo is open daily year-round. Now through September 20, 2026, hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with guests exiting by 6 p.m. The Zoo is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Visit louisvillezoo.org for more information on hours and admission.

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The Louisville Zoo, the State Zoo of Kentucky, is the top, non-profit, paid attraction in the state. The Zoo is dedicated to bettering the bond between people and our planet by providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for visitors, and leadership in scientific research and conservation education. The Zoo is a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) which is a global alliance of zoos and aquariums. The Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).