Visitors to Knoxville Zoo will enjoy free admission and parking during the zoo’s Kroger Free Weekend on Saturday, Nov. 8, and Sunday, Nov. 9, from 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Last admissions are one hour before closing at 3:30 p.m.Knoxville Zoo holds Kroger Free Weekend to give everyone the opportunity to visit the zoo, say thanks for the community support the zoo receives throughout the year and help other local non-profit organizations. Although a donation is not required for free admission to Knoxville Zoo, Free Weekend visitors are encouraged to donate items to help Mission of Hope and Young-Williams Animal Center of Knoxville. Mission of Hope is a volunteer organization providing assistance, aid and resources to those living in poverty-stricken areas in rural Appalachia.