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Zoo Receives Donation from Sanford-Local Company, Thermotane Propane
As a nonprofit organization, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens welcomes donations of all kinds from our Central Florida community. We’re thankful for the generous donations we have received, including the most recent donation by Sanford-local company, Thermotane Propane, headed by the Zoo’s Board Chair, Chandler Robertson....
Matthew Eldridge
5 can’t-miss events in Central Florida this spring
Florida may be known as the Spring Break Capital of the World because of its beautiful beaches, but if you’re looking to stay in the Central Florida area, there are still plenty of fun things to do near Orlando all season long. Whether you’re looking to experience the magic at our Orlando theme parks or […]
Matthew Eldridge
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens welcomes new leader with passion for conservation growth
The more than 300 animals at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens have a new champion today. Richard Glover takes the helm as the Zoo CEO ready to energetically tell the story of conservation and help grow the Central Florida Zoo! The Zoo is the largest attraction in Seminole County, yet Glover sees tremendous […]
Matthew Eldridge
Central Florida Zoo celebrates season with Hippity Hop Adventure
Cute baby animals. Gorgeous, colorful blooms. Growing rays of warm sunshine. The signs of spring are starting to pop up everywhere. At the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, that can only mean one thing—Hippity Hop Adventure is just around the corner. Kids and parents alike will want to hop on over on April 16 […]
Matthew Eldridge
Brews Around the Zoo Returns April 9, 2022
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will put the FUN in fundraiser on April 9 with its fan-favorite adult-focused event: Brews Around the Zoo. Brews Around the Zoo is one of the Zoo’s biggest benefits, offering attendees the chance to sample more than 30 different craft beers as well as soak up the fun […]
Matthew Eldridge
Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation to host bluegrass, barbecue benefit
Calling all lovers of bluegrass and barbecue! The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation has the perfect event for you. The OCIC will host its first Indigo Bluegrass BBQ fundraiser from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, February 26, 2022, at its facility in Eustis. Attendees can enjoy an afternoon...
Matthew Eldridge
Holiday Events and Activities in Orlando
With our sunny, mild weather, you might not think of Orlando as a go-to destination for the holidays… but we can’t think of a better place to be to celebrate! Come December, Orlando has some of the best fun family activities, and it definitely has some of the best weather. Indeed, thousands of tourists make […]
Matthew Eldridge
An Inside Look at Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild
Asian Lantern Festival: Into The Wild is underway at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. For folks looking for things to do in Orlando this holiday season, our version of a holiday light and entertainment show sponsored by T-Mobile should be at the top of the list. Whether you’re looking for events for kids, […]
Matthew Eldridge
T-Mobile to serve as presenting sponsor for Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild
One of the most popular events of the 2019 season at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens was its holiday Asian Lantern Festival. This year, the Zoo will be able to bring the event back thanks in part to the support of a generous sponsor. T-Mobile, a leader in the communications industry, will serve […]
Matthew Eldridge
Fall Events in Orlando
While Floridians don’t get to experience fall like states in the Northeast do, we do typically get a dose of some cooler weather. And after the heat of summer, many residents of the Sunshine State take fall as an opportunity to get back outside and enjoy some Orlando activities. It’s one of the best times […]
Matthew Eldridge
