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Columbus Zoo cancels free admission for Martin Luther King Jr. Day due to rise in COVID-19 cases

COLUMBUS — The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium announced it has canceled this year’s free admission for Martin Luther King Jr. Day this year due to the rise in COVID-19 cases.

The zoo said the decision was made to help keep capacity limited at the park for the safety of animals, guests and staff.

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The zoo said they are continuing to monitor COVID-19 in the area as they consider future free admission officers.

Specialty tours also remain paused through January 31st, the zoo said.

Admission is currently half-price through March 11.


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