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May 27, 2022
Sumatran tiger, Lola, is pregnant, expected to give birth this summer. OKC Zoo participates in AZA breeding program for this critically endangered species to ensure its survival as there are less than 500 Sumatran tigers in the wild.
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May 24, 2022
Zoo welcomes two male African painted dogs as part of Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Plan for this endangered species.
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May 18, 2022
Okapi calf due fall 2022 will be first offspring born at the Zoo since 2015. OKC Zoo is committed to caring for and conserving this endangered species.
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May 13, 2022
Spring provides inspiration for the first of the Zoo’s seasonal enrichment celebrations for its animals and guests to enjoy.
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May 12, 2022
A sold-out event – OKC Zoo Gala, honors community visionaries Byron Gambulos, Don and Carolyn Zachritz, Kirkpatrick Foundation and Kirkpatrick Family Fund for bolstering the Zoo’s mission.
Limited tickets available for Gala Twilight Afterparty, 21+ event!
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May 09, 2022
Chimpanzee infant due Fall 2022 – OKC Zoo committed to helping conserve this endangered species.
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May 04, 2022
OKC Zoo welcomes Dr. Greg Rasmussem, founder of the Painted Dog Research Trust, and teams up with Fassler Hall for “Pints for Pups” on May 6 with 10% of all food, beverage purchases supporting painted dog conservation.
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April 29, 2022
All new BRICKLIVE features life-sized wildlife displays at the Zoo Saturday, May 7 through Sunday, October 30. Exhibit tickets available now.
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April 28, 2022
BRICKLIVE Animal Paradise, special events for families and adults, summer camps, animal enrichment activities, and more!
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April 27, 2022
Zoo’s experts contribute to new paper published in BioScience that identifies importance of bolstering partnerships between AZA-member zoos and museums to enhance our understanding of the animal kingdom.
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April 26, 2022
Oklahoma Trails is home for new female river otter, Hazel.
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April 22, 2022
Fassler Hall OKC will donate $1 from beer sales on Thursday, April 28, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. to gorilla conservation.
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April 18, 2022
Celebrate the moms in your life at the 35th annual Ostrich Egg Breakfast, Oklahoma City’s most popular breakfast event, featuring two sessions. Tickets available now.
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April 11, 2022
Oklahoma Zoological Society expands and relaunches ZOOtroop, a young professionals organization, in support of the Oklahoma City Zoo.
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April 04, 2022
Read Across Oklahoma, the state’s premiere literacy event for preschool and early grade children, returns on Tuesday, April 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a free book giveaway at the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden.
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March 31, 2022
Four two-month-old Guatemalan Beaded Lizards hatch at the OKC Zoo as part of species conservation.
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March 29, 2022
It’s all HOPpening at the Zoo! Summer camp enrollment open, family-friendly events, conservation fundraisers plus, event tickets on sale for the Zoo’s new experience BRICKLIVE Animal Paradise!
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March 22, 2022
Connect with wildlife and friends during these one-of-a-kind events occurring every third Thursday, April through September. Sip and Stroll tickets on sale now.
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March 11, 2022
Families can hop into the Easter spirit with the Zoo’s wild breakfast events featuring a Kinder Joy Easter Egg Scramble, other egg-citing activities!
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March 09, 2022
New program aims to further connect guests who are deaf, hard of hearing to wildlife and wild places.
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March 07, 2022
Centrifuge aids OKC Zoo’s animal care experts in treating its elephants for EEHV, a naturally occurring virus, and ability to support other AZA-zoos caring for elephants.
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March 04, 2022
Contest participants are encouraged to imagine a litter free Oklahoma for wildlife, express their ideas through art and awareness.
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February 25, 2022
Take a break and spring into fun with these unique OKC Zoo happenings plus, tickets on sale for the Zoo’s new family-friendly Eggstravaganza and Sip and Stroll 21+ event series.
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February 09, 2022
Male ocelot born at the OKC Zoo is welcome addition as part of Ocelot Species Survival Plan®.
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February 02, 2022
Fall in love with these Zoo happenings: Healthcare Workers and Emergency Responders Appreciation Month, School Mascot Challenge, “Love Your Zoo” Valentines, education day camps, cellphone challenge plus, beloved gift ideas!
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February 02, 2022
PGAV Destinations, a global leader in the planning and design of unique destinations, is working with the Oklahoma City Zoo on Expedition Africa - the largest habitat expansion project to date in its 120-year history.
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February 01, 2022
OKC Zoo honors Chinese New Year, Year of the Tiger, with offer of free Zoo admission for Oklahoma schools that permanently change their mascot to represent any living wildlife species. The tiger is Oklahoma’s most popular high school mascot and also threatened with extinction along with 20% of all high school mascots in the state.
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January 28, 2022
Experience the Zoo’s wild take on Groundhog Day with weather predicting grizzlies, family-friendly activities, animal enrichment, Facebook Live videos and photo opportunities.
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January 21, 2022
It’s a boy! Both mother, Asha and newborn calf are healthy, spending time together bonding.
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January 14, 2022
Male red panda arrives at the Zoo as part of a Species Survival Plan for red pandas, resides at Sanctuary Asia.
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January 07, 2022
Zoo celebrates new yearly attendance record for 2021 with 1,088,599 visitors, top monthly attendance for December with 115,028 visitors!
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January 04, 2022
Zoo invites Oklahomans to experience Tanzania’s wildlife migration and the diverse conservation programs the Zoo supports.
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December 03, 2021
Zoo welcomes 68,838 visitors with significant attendance boost coming from new OKC ZOO SAFARI LIGHTS experience.
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November 30, 2021
OKC ZOO SAFARI LIGHTS, DINO SAFARI free with Zoo admission in December, Winter Hours, Education Programs, School’s Out Day Camps and Holiday Gift Ideas!
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November 03, 2021
Bright lights, big happenings this November with OKC ZOO SAFARI LIGHTS, Military Appreciation Month, community food drive, education programs and more!
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October 28, 2021
New, state-of-the-art Predator Pass habitat highlights two iconic African predator species.
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October 13, 2021
Stonecloud Brewing Company and Lively Beerworks’ “Lions, Tigers & Beers” launches at the OKC Zoo
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October 07, 2021
Enjoy gourds of fun and watch as Zoo animals go wild for pumpkin treats!
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October 05, 2021
Giving you PUMPKIN to talk about with the Zoo’s October events, featuring Haunt the Zoo and more!
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September 23, 2021
School grant program aims to increase pollinator habitat and teach children how to conserve monarchs.
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September 20, 2021
Answer the call, take action for gorilla conservation this World Gorilla Day, Friday, September 24 at the Zoo.
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September 20, 2021
Funding to provide operational support for the Zoo’s Patricia & Byron J. Gambulos ZooZeum , the only zoo history museum in the nation.
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September 16, 2021
Worth the wait! Zoo’s giraffe, Julu, delivers her first calf, second giraffe birth this summer.
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September 13, 2021
Come to the celebration dressed in red to show your support and earn your Red Panda Ranger badge.
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August 27, 2021
Tickets on sale for fall favorites – ZOObrew, Haunt the Zoo, Haunt the Zoo: All Grown Up plus, Curbside Chronicle Free Zoo Ticket Offer, Animal Awareness Days and more!
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August 12, 2021
Daytime fun with animal awareness activities at the Zoo presented by Bob Moore Subaru, evening fundraiser at Chicken N Pickle all in support of Asian elephant conservation.
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August 12, 2021
OKC Zoo offering voucher for free general admission to people who get vaccinated.
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August 10, 2021
Tickets go on sale Friday, August 13 for ZOObrew, Oklahoma’s largest outdoor beer festival, featuring over 60 breweries.
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August 04, 2021
Oklahoma’s talented students inspire change to support recycling, conservation through artistic expression.
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August 03, 2021
Celebrate the Zoo’s small cat family, enjoy educational activities and Facebook live videos.
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July 28, 2021
Month-long happenings invite fans to support Asian elephant conservation with #ThumbsUpTrunksUp digital media campaign, World Elephant Day activities, unique local fundraisers.
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July 27, 2021
Endless fun awaits with free weekday afternoons, family-friendly events, conservation fundraisers, ZOOfriends’ annual photo contest, Asian Elephant Awareness Month, animal days and more!
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July 21, 2021
Zoo welcomes pair of African bat-eared foxes to its animal family.
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July 13, 2021
Celebrate some of the Zoo’s most diverse creatures, enjoy educational activities, Facebook live videos plus, the Zoo’s anaconda will receive its annual wellness exam.
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June 29, 2021
Team up with the OKC Zoo in July for this global challenge, help reduce single-use plastics.
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June 24, 2021
OKC Zoo invites fans to enjoy family-friendly events, exciting programs, contests, animal awareness and enrichment days plus, much more.
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June 22, 2021
Births of Eastern massasauga rattlesnake snakelets and black tree monitor hatchlings contribute to the conservation of these rare reptiles.
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June 21, 2021
Read for Adventure, promotes reading, family togetherness and monarch conservation while providing a wild offer – complimentary Zoo admission!
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June 19, 2021
OKC ZOO CELEBRATING JUNETEENTH WITH FREE GENERAL ADMISSION ON MONDAY, JUNE 21
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June 11, 2021
Stand tall for giraffe conservation, enjoy family-friendly activities, Facebook Live videos, photo opportunities and more.
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June 04, 2021
OKC Zoo’s giraffe matriarch, Ellie, welcomes a male calf, her sixth offspring to be born at the Zoo.
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June 03, 2021
The Oklahoma Zoological Society (OZS) is pleased to announce the hiring of Mandy Heaps as Executive Director.
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May 28, 2021
Summer up with the new Breakfast with the Animals presented by Nutella® series, DINO SAFARI, Sip & Stroll 21+ events, World Giraffe Day, early Zoo hours, education camps, lion/painted dog cam and more!
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May 26, 2021
Live look at Lion Overlook offers virtual safari, opportunity to view two iconic African species.
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