Ark Encounter Hours 2024 Schedule. The ark encounter opens at 9:00 am and closes between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm, depending on the season. Christmastime will be from 5:00 p.m.

Christmastime will be from 5:00 p.m. The ark encounter opens at 9:00 am and closes between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm, depending on the season.