OPEN DAILY FROM 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M. LAST TICKET SOLD AT 3 P.M.

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

OPEN DAILY FROM 9 A.M. TO 4 P.M. LAST TICKET SOLD AT 3 P.M.

Our Animals

Get to know our residents. From rare predators and playful primates to colorful amphibians and fascinating reptiles, each species has a story to tell. Learn how their unique behaviors, habitats, and adaptations help them survive in the wild, and what we can do to help protect them.

Conservation in Action: Our Field Programs

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Your contributions—of time, resources, or expertise—help Beardsley Zoo protect wildlife, expand educational programs, and strengthen conservation efforts, ensuring a thriving future for animals and visitors alike.

Upcoming Events

African Spur-Thighed Tortoises on Habitat

JUL15

Multi-DayMay 22 – Sep 7

African Spur-Thighed Tortoises on Habitat
Date
May 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM – September 7, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Location
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA
Beginning May 22 and running through Labor Day weekend, guests can explore a special outdoor habitat located just in front of the greenhouse, featuring African spurred tortoises up close. This unique exhibit offers visitors a chance to observe these incredible reptiles in a thoughtfully designed environment that highlights their natural behaviors.

9:00 AM

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA

Rainforest Reptile Show

JUL15

Multi-DayJul 5–18

Rainforest Reptile Show
Date
July 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM – July 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Location
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA
Prepare to be amazed! Back by popular demand, join us for the action and wonder of Rainforest Reptiles Shows for a special treat limited engagement at Beardsley Zoo. Meet rare and astounding creatures from around the globe! Discover their secrets and learn what you can do to protect them and their wild cousins in your own backyard. Shows will take place daily in the Red Barn Amphitheater, with interactive animal artifact stations available throughout the event. Schedule is as follows:
Monday–Wednesday: 1 show per day at 12:00 PM
Thursday–Friday: 2 shows per day at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM
Saturday–Sunday: 3 shows per day at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM

10:00 AM

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA

JUL15

Multi-DayJul 15–16

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Date
July 15–16, 2026
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Evening Lecture Series - Wolf Conservation: Saving a Species

JUL15

Evening Lecture Series - Wolf Conservation: Saving a Species
Date
July 15, 2026 · 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA
Category
Education
Led by Andrew Connolly, Outreach Coordinator at the Wolf Conservation Center. In the late 20th century, Mexican gray wolves and red wolves were declared to be extinct in the wild. Through intensive efforts, such as breeding programs and wild releases, these wolves have resumed their rightful places on the wild landscape. Join the Wolf Conservation Center to learn what it takes to help save a species from the brink of extinction, the applications of modern technology to reproduction efforts, and what is next in the fight for survival.
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7:00 PM

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA

World Snake Day

JUL16

World Snake Day
Date
July 16, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA
Category
Animal Awareness Days
Slither over and celebrate World Snake Day with a Kingsnake, Boa Constrictor and more.

9:00 AM

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA

Teddy Bear Festival

JUL18

Teddy Bear Festival
Date
July 18, 2026 · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location
Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA
Category
Fundraiser
Don’t miss the Teddy Bear Festival, a day of fun and games. Children are invited to bring their favorite plush toy to the Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital “Clinic” for a health checkup. The day is filled with healthy activities and education. Hugs to Teddy Bear Sponsor: CHET 529 College Savings Program.

10:00 AM

Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo, 1875 Noble Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06610, USA

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