Brevard Zoo is offering free admission to children aged 3-18 on May 22, 26 and 27 when accompanied by a paying Florida resident adult. Up to three children per adult can enter for free, but the promotion cannot be combined with other discounts. Florida residents must show a photo ID or utility bill with an address to qualify. The zoo said the offer is part of its summer programming aimed at making wildlife education accessible to local families.
The promotion coincides with new exhibits and events. Three capybaras named Tupi, Luna and Ginny have joined the Rainforest Revealed section, where they often splash in cooling pools. The zoo’s Illumi-Nature event, which runs through May 27, features over 1,000 glowing displays across 10 acres. Tickets for the nighttime event are available online at brevardzoo.org/illumi-nature.
Brevard Zoo houses more than 700 animals representing 170 species from around the world. The facility emphasizes conservation and education, with programs that include hands-on encounters and habitat preservation efforts. The zoo is a nonprofit organization that relies on visitor support and donations to fund its operations.
Adults accompanying children must present valid identification at the entrance. The promotion is available only to Florida residents, and organizers said they expect high attendance during the three-day window. The zoo is located at 1900 W New Haven Ave in Melbourne, with hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.