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09 May 2022

Family Sunset at the Zoo Returns May through September

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ popular all-ages event, Family Sunset at the Zoo, is back, offering everyone a chance to enjoy the community institution in a whole new light. The… Read More
29 Apr 2022

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens Receives AZA Accreditation for Another Five Years!

From an official press release from the AZA: Last week, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) independent Accreditation Commission (the Commission) met to review applications for AZA accreditation. The accreditation process… Read More
27 Apr 2022

Twenty Six Indigo Snakes released in the ongoing effort to return America’s longest snake to North Florida!

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens was proud to be a part of our largest conservation initiative yesterday, the release of 26 eastern indigo snakes. The Zoo operates the Orianne Center… Read More
25 Apr 2022

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… Read More
08 Apr 2022

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… Read More
  • Saving reptiles and amphibians
  • Saving Animals From Extinction
  • Culture Builds Florida
  • Florida Association of Zoos and Aquariums