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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 […]
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...
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...
Get to know the Zoo: Q&A with Education Manager Dawn Danzi
At the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens we are all about inspiring people of all ages to help bring our mission to life. Every year, we connect thousands of kids across Central Florida though our school break and summer camps as well as other wildly fun educational programs. Whether it’s a hands-on animal encounter […]
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, […]
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...
