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Central Florida Zoo’s Zoo Boo Bash set for Oct. 14-15, 21-22, 28-29, 2023


SANFORD, Fla. (Aug. 30, 2023) — This October, the wildest Halloween event in town is returning once again for Zoo fans, this time with an extra weekend of fun. The beloved Zoo… Read More

5 ways to make a difference at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens


Picture it. You and your family are enjoying a fun-filled day at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. After playing a while in the splash pad, you take on the shaded… Read More

Get to know the Zoo: Q&A with Director of Animal Operations Chris Torge


Visitors to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens know that our institution is full of interesting animals, from tiny scorpions to towering giraffes. But we are lucky enough to have some… Read More

Central Florida activities for locals  


When it comes to Orlando attractions, we know you’ve heard of the usual theme parks and beaches. But if you’re searching for things to do in Orlando, you might be wondering…what Central… Read More

All aboard! Train attraction returns to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens


SANFORD, Fla. (May 25, 2023) — It’s full steam ahead at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens for one of the most exciting announcements of the year. The Sanford nonprofit’s new… Read More

Central Florida Zoo’s Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation releases 17 eastern indigo snakes in Conecuh National Forest


ANDALUSIA, Ala. (May 12, 2023) — There’s a new ruler of the Conecuh National Forest in Alabama—17 of them, to be exact. The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ Orianne Center for… Read More

The doctor will see you now: How a specialist and our animal team helped solve PJ’s eye issue


If you’ve ever had an eyelash in your eye that just won’t come out, you know how annoying and even painful eye issues can be. Now imagine you have an infection that… Read More

Sunset at the Zoo returns this summer


The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens aims to create connections that inspire people to take action for wildlife. This summer, the Sanford favorite is doing just that while also forging connections… Read More

19 Eastern Indigo Snakes Find a New Home in Their Natural Habitat


After years of hard work, a group of partners led by The Nature Conservancy, the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), and the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ Orianne Center… Read More

Conservation expert Dr. Laurie Marker visits the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens for a “Cheetah Chat”


On Monday, April 17, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens had a truly remarkable opportunity. We hosted Dr. Laurie Marker, Founder and Executive Director of the Cheetah Conservation Fund. An expert in… Read More
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