The Scovill Zoo opens its doors for the 2026 season tomorrow (Friday). 

On the WHOW Morning Show Thursday, Director of the Scovill Zoo in Decatur, Heather Purdeu, told the Hart Media Group Friday will mark the start of their new season. Whether it is the baby goats at the zoo or the children in the community, Purdeu says kids and adults alike are getting excited for the gates to open.

Guests this season may notice some changes to the zoo, including some education enhancements to the cheetah exhibit and the relocation of the alligators. Purdeu notes that construction of the new alligator enclosure should begin this season. 

Mondays in April are free admission days. Purdeu adds they'll have their traditional free admission on Thursdays starting in June.

The zoo is planning some new events for Mother's Day and Father's Day this year, and we'll have more on that with Purdeu in the weeks ahead from the Hart Media Group. 

Learn more about the Scovill Zoo in Decatur by visiting decatur-parks.org/scovill-zoo or by finding them on Facebook.