Ark Encounter Hours
Wednesday to Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday to Tuesday: Closed
Parking booths open 30 minutes before the Ark Encounter.
January 4, 2026 – March 7, 2026
| Wednesday to Saturday | 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| Sunday to Tuesday | Closed |
March 8, 2026 – May 23, 2026
| Monday to Saturday | 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
| Sunday | Closed |
May 24, 2026 – September 12, 2026
| Monday to Saturday | 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. |
| Sunday | 1:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. |
September 13, 2026 – October 24, 2026
| Monday to Saturday | 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
| Sunday | Closed |
All hours are Eastern Time. Operating hours are subject to change.
The Ark Encounter is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Gates for incoming traffic close 30 minutes prior to closing.
Emzara’s Buffet
To see when Emzara’s Buffet and other food venues will be open during your visit, please visit the dining page for more information.
Zip Lines
Availability varies throughout the year. Find out more at arkencounterzip.com or call (859) 824-2901.
Bigger Than Imagination
Ark Encounter Location
place
1 Ark Encounter Drive
Williamstown, KY 41097 (see directions)
Just west of the intersection of KY-36 and I-75 (at exit 154).
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