Seniors age 65 and over are invited to enjoy free zoo admission and parking on Senior Day at Zoo Knoxville on Tuesday, October 2, 2018. The event is presented by Gentry Griffey Funeral Chapel and Crematory. Seniors will also receive a 10% discount on annual passes good for an entire year of zoo visits and 10% off Zoo Shop purchases.

To receive free zoo admission and parking, visitors age 65 and over should check in at the Gentry Griffey tent located at the zoo’s front entrance and show proof of age.

Senior groups are encouraged to take advantage of Senior Day for an autumn outing.

“The love of animals is ageless,” says Zoo Knoxville CEO and President Lisa New. “We’re happy to partner with Gentry Griffey to give our senior guests the opportunity to experience the exciting things happening at Zoo Knoxville, including the new Gibbon Trails and Langur Landing at the Boyd Family Asian Trek.”

Beginning Oct. 1, the zoo is open daily from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Admission and ticket sales stop one-hour before the zoo closes. For more information visit zooknoxville.org.