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Zoo Boo Bash – October 11th & 12th


Ghosts, goblins and ghouls of all kinds will gear up to celebrate Halloween at the fan-favorite Zoo Boo Bash! Presented by   Saturday & Sunday, October 11th & 12th, 2025 9 a.m…. Read More

Sunset at the Zoo: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage


CELEBRATING HISPANIC CULTURE (En español abajo) Presented by   Close out the Sunset at the Zoo season with a lively celebration of Hispanic heritage, culture, and community. Enjoy an evening filled with… Read More

Sunset at the Zoo – Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage


CELEBRATING ASIAN AMERICAN & PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE Presented by   Experience a vibrant evening inspired by the cultures, traditions, and flavors of Asian American & Pacific Islander communities, all set against the… Read More

Sunset at the Zoo – Celebrating Black & African American Heritage


CELEBRATING BLACK & AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE Presented by   Join us for an evening honoring the rich history, culture, and contributions of Black & African American communities. Feel the rhythm of the… Read More

Sunset at the Zoo – Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride


Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride Presented by   With Additional Support From   Celebrate a colorful evening at the Zoo as we celebrate acceptance, love, biodiversity, and community at one of the most fun… Read More

Sunset at the Zoo – Celebrating Native American & Alaska Native Heritage


CELEBRATING NATIVE AMERICAN & ALASKA NATIVE HERITAGE Presented by Spend the evening recognizing and honoring the traditions, stories, and cultures of Native American & Alaska Native communities. This meaningful Sunset at the… Read More

Hippity Hop Adventure


Celebrate Spring at the Zoo during our annual Hippity Hop Adventure! Saturday, April 4th, 2026 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Final Zoo Entry at 3:15 p.m.   All Hippity Hop Adventure activities… Read More

New Year’s Eve at the Asian Lantern Festival


  Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild, presented by Publix! Join us for our spectacular ALL NEW lantern displays, plus music, early bedtime-friendly countdowns at 6 p.m.,… Read More

Good Is Everywhere – FREE Day Courtesy of VyStar – SOLD OUT


SOLD OUT Good Is Everywhere Enjoy a FREE DAY at the Zoo courtesy of VyStar! Thanks to VyStar’s Good is Everywhere Celebration, guests of all ages get to enjoy FREE ADMISSION to the Zoo… Read More

Veterans Day Weekend at the Zoo


Free admission for veterans and active military | Nov. 8–11, 2025 The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is proud to honor those who serve our country. In celebration of Veterans Day,… Read More
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