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Go Wild with Cat in the Hat!


Go Wild with The Cat in the Hat presented by WUCF! Bring the whole family for activities and a meet & greet with Cat in the Hat on Saturday, September 7, 2019… Read More

PJ’s Birthday PJ Party


💤 Wear your PJs or rhino gear—get $4 OFF admission and a FREE raffle entry! That’s right! Dress to impress PJ the rhino in your comfiest (appropriate) pajamas or rhino-themed clothing and… Read More

Enrichment Day


Join us for our 2nd Annual Enrichment Day! You’ll get to learn about the daily enrichment we provide the animals to help them be physically and psychologically stimulated, have choices, and exhibit… Read More

Pet Amnesty Day


We’re partnering up with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) to host a Pet Amnesty Day. Instead of releasing unwanted pets into Florida’s natural habitats, the Exotic Pet Amnesty Program… Read More

Father’s Day at the Zoo!


This Father’s Day, treat Dad to a day full of wildlife, fresh air, and family fun at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. To celebrate the occasion, all fathers and grandfathers… Read More

Lake Monroe Cleanup


  We’re inviting you to continue celebrating Party For the Planet with us! The Association of Zoos & Aquariums has challenged facilities across the country to Spring Into Action and take action… Read More

Invasive Species Cleanup


  We’re inviting you to continue celebrating Party For the Planet with us! The Association of Zoos & Aquariums has challenged facilities across the country to Spring Into Action and take action… Read More

Beach Cleanup


  We’re inviting you to continue celebrating Party For the Planet with us! The Association of Zoos & Aquariums has challenged facilities across the country to Spring Into Action and take action… Read More

Plant Swap


We’re welcoming everyone to bring a plant for our third annual plant swap! The Zoo’s horticulture experts will be available throughout the day, along with experts from Orlando Permaculture.   This event… Read More

Zoolarious


  What’s so funny you might ask? Find out at Zoolarious: A Night of Comedy at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. This event will directly support the Zoo’s animal wellness,… Read More
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