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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… Read More

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… Read More

5 ways you can get involved at the Zoo in Orlando


If you’re an animal lover, you might wonder, “How can I get involved at a Zoo in Orlando?” At the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens—Orlando’s closest Zoo—we’re here to help! As… Read More

Over 600 striped newts released in Northern Florida


Northern Florida recently welcomed some very special new residents—618 striped newts. The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation (OCIC) and partners released the striped newts near the… Read More

How the Zoo helps with conservation


The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens isn’t just a place where people of all ages can come and get up close with all kinds of animals ­– we are also committed… Read More

5 summer activities at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens


Summer is here, and it’s a great time to explore all of what the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens has to offer. This time of the year, the Sanford Zoo is… Read More

41 Indigo Snakes released in ongoing effort to return America’s longest snake to North Florida


TALLAHASSEE, FL (April 30, 2024) – Today, for the eighth consecutive year, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in Florida, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation (OCIC) and partners… Read More

6 things for adults to do at the Central Florida Zoo


At the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, having something for everyone is not just a marketing tagline. It’s part of our mission! Throughout the year, we offer events for kids and… Read More

Cheers! Celebrate Brews Around the Zoo at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens


SANFORD, Fla. (March 1, 2024) — Get ready to raise your glass! Sip and stroll around the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens during the wildly popular beer tasting event, Brews Around… Read More

Central Florida Zoo announces new sponsor for bald eagle habitat


ORLANDO, FL (March 26, 2024) – The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is proud to welcome FAIRWINDS Credit Union as the new sponsor of the bald eagle habitat. Commissioner Andria Herr, Patty Rawlings representing… Read More
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