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Save the date: Events happening at our Orlando Zoo in 2025
Central Florida is home to so many attractions and things to do in Orlando. This year, make sure you save the date for the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ exciting calendar of events that offer something for everyone! From barbecue and beer to families seeking wild fun and holiday traditions, our Orlando Zoo offers […]
Jeffrey Ehrlich
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation to host 4th annual Indigo Blues BBQ
ORLANDO, Fla. (January 13, 2025) — Enjoy a day of great blues music and mouthwatering BBQ at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, while making a difference. On Saturday, February 8, the Zoo’s Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation (OCIC) is celebrating the fourth annual Indigo Blues BBQ. This popular event will feature two...
Jeffrey Ehrlich
4 things we’re proud of at the Zoo this year
This year has been a WILD one at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens and there are a lot of things we’re proud of at the Zoo! From new animals to events that support the Zoo’s programs and more, we have been busy living out our mission of creating connections that inspired people to […]
Jeffrey Ehrlich
Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix, now open at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
SANFORD, Fla. (Nov. 15, 2024) — One of the most popular holiday traditions in Central Florida is now open at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens! Guests can see dozens of all-new, larger-than-life, hand-constructed lantern displays, plus an enchanting holiday section, at this year’s highly anticipated Asian Lantern Festival: Into...
Jeffrey Ehrlich
6 holiday and Christmas light shows near Orlando you don’t want to miss
The holidays are here, and that means Central Florida is ready to light up the nights with festive holiday and Christmas light shows that capture the magic of the season! From local traditions to new displays, there are so many things to do in Orlando to make your season merry and bright. Get ready to […]
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Veterans, active military to receive free admission to Central Florida Zoo in honor of Veterans Day
SANFORD, Fla. (Oct. 29, 2024) — The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is proud to honor the military community by offering free admission to all veterans and active military members Nov. 9-11. The annual tradition, which is sponsored by Orlando Health, celebrates those who have served and continue to serve our country. “We are...
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Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens says goodbye to Rafiki, giraffe who helped open habitat
SANFORD, Fla. (October 30, 2024) – We are deeply saddened to share that we have lost one of our giraffes, Rafiki, due to a chronic medical condition after a lengthy battle against illness. Rafiki celebrated his 13th birthday on October 22. Over the last several years, our team of keepers, veterinarians, and Association of Zoo and...
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Fall events in Central Florida
Fall is here, and as the temperatures begin to cool (slightly) in Central Florida, there are so many opportunities for fun! Even though the leaves aren’t turning here, you can still celebrate the change of season with fall events in Central Florida. Here are five things to do in Orlando this fall. Zoo Boo Bash, […]
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Central Florida Zoo welcomes St. Johns Rivership as sponsor of the cotton-top tamarin habitat
SANFORD, Fla. (September 16, 2024) — The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is setting sail with the St. Johns Rivership, as part of its mission for wildlife conservation. The Zoo is thrilled to announce St. Johns Rivership is the new sponsor of the cotton-top tamarin habitat. The Zoo’s habitat sponsorships help provide for animal...
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Central Florida Zoo’s Zoo Boo Bash, presented by Orlando Health, set for three weekends of festive fun
SANFORD, Fla. (September 9, 2024) — Calling all ghouls and goblins, you’re invited to the wildest Halloween celebration in town! The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Garden’s fan-favorite, Zoo Boo Bash, presented by Orlando Health, returns for three weekends of tricks, treats but not-so-scary fun for all! This year’s Halloween party takes...
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