Animal Encounters!
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure with Animal Encounters at Zoo Knoxville! Plan ahead so you don’t miss the chance to meet our animal ambassadors, chat with their caretakers, and learn how you can help wildlife and wild places.
Each encounter offers fascinating insights into an animal’s behaviors, diet, habitat, and conservation status and more.
Ready for Wild Encounters?
We’re ready to have you! Most daily animal encounters are free with admission, unless otherwise noted! You can purchase premium experiences on-site. Animal Encounter dates and times are subject to change without notice.
Free Encounters
$0Enjoy surprise moments of wonder throughout your day with our free daily animal encounters, where you can watch feedings, meet animal keepers, and learn amazing facts about your favorite species!
Paid Encounters
$$Take your visit to the next level with our paid animal encounters, offering exclusive, behind-the-scenes access where you can meet animals up close, interact with them alongside their expert keepers, and create unforgettable memories!