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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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