In July, the Houston Zoo announced a new free day schedule for 2008-2009.
Formerly held on Memorial Day, Labor Day and July 4, summer free days traditionally saw very large crowds, putting a strain on the Zoo staff, animals and surrounding areas including the Museum District and the Texas Medical Center.
To alleviate serious traffic and overcrowding concerns, the Zoo created a new free day schedule.
The new free day schedule now in effect will maintain five free admission days:
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Columbus Day
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Observed on the 2nd Monday in October
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| New Year’s Day |
January 1 |
| President’s Day |
Third Monday in February (most schools observe) |
| Thanksgiving Friday |
The day following the Thanksgiving Holiday |
| Martin Luther King Day |
Observed on the 3rd Monday in January |
