{
  "id": 16047495,
  "title": "Khao Kheow Open Zoo offers free admission to children and seniors on 23 October",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/khao-kheow-open-zoo-offers-free-admission-to-children-and-seniors-on",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-22T13:14:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Khaosod English",
    "slug": "khaosod-english",
    "url": "https://www.khaosodenglish.com/news/2026/10/22/khao-kheow-open-zoo-offers-free-admission-to-children-and-seniors-on-23-october/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On 23 October, the Khao Kheow Open Zoo will grant free entry to children under 12 and seniors aged 60 or above in celebration of Piyamaharaj Day. This annual commemoration marks the passing of King Chulalongkorn. Zoo director Narongwit Chodchoi encouraged families and tourists to visit the facility during the extended weekend. The complimentary admission is available for just one day, targeting children below 12 or no taller than 135cm, as well as visitors reaching the age of 60. Among the zoo's star attractions, visitors will have the opportunity to observe the pygmy hippo Moo Deng and her offspring, two-toed sloth Little Flash, and various capybaras, such as King Kong Kaew, Moo Tun, and Moo Manao. Additionally, the giant anteater Nong Kop Kaep, wombat Auntie Aisa, and clouded leopard Nong Nueng will be on display. Throughout the day, the zoo will host a series of activities, including parades featuring penguins and painted storks, as well as a demonstration of elephants swimming. Anyone seeking additional details is advised to contact the zoo at 038-318-444, extension 213.",
  "summary": "CHONBURI — Khao Kheow Open Zoo will offer free admission to children and older visitors on 23 October for Piyamaharaj Day, the anniversary of the death of King Chulalongkorn. Zoo director Narongwit Chodchoi invited the public and tourists to bring their families to the zoo during the long weekend. The free admission offer applies for […] The post Khao Kheow Open Zoo offers free admission to…",
  "key_points": [
    "Khao Kheow Open Zoo offers free admission on 23 October",
    "Children under 12 and seniors 60+ get free entry",
    "Activities include penguin parade and elephant swimming"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The one-day waiver for children and seniors leverages a national holiday to drive family tourism and increase public engagement with the zoo's popular animal exhibits.",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}