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January 21, 2021
Metro area schools encouraged to apply for grant to create monarch gardens at their location, contribute to statewide initiative to ensure habitat for pollinators
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January 11, 2021
Experience an unforgettable Valentine date with the Zoo’s socially distant, 21+ event dinner.
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December 16, 2020
Virtually connect with the Zoo’s endangered red pandas from home.
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December 03, 2020
It’s that holly, ZOO-lly time of year with wild gift ideas, Pop-Up shopping fun, animal enrichment activities, Education programs and more!
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November 25, 2020
Zoo’s newest arrivals have special connection to six-year-old, Boon, and two-year-old, Puddles.
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November 24, 2020
Discover exclusive selections at the Zoo, its new Pop-Up Shop at Penn Square Mall
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November 24, 2020
Beginning Tuesday, December 1, the Zoo will be closed to the public on Tuesdays and Wednesdays until Spring.
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November 03, 2020
The holiday season rolls in with America’s Turkey Trot, Military Appreciation Month, new Zoo Holiday Pop-Up Shop, Education programs and more!
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October 23, 2020
It’s a baby rhino! The Zoo welcomes new calf to its animal family as part of collaborative breeding program for Indian rhino.
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October 21, 2020
Partake in the nation’s largest virtual run and support the Zoo’s monarch conservation programs.
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October 15, 2020
Zoo welcomes endangered, 2-year-old giraffe as part of Species Survival Plan for giraffe.
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October 13, 2020
Roll out for this festive, family-friendly activity and watch as Zoo animals go wild for pumpkin treats!
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October 01, 2020
Fill your fall calendar with Haunt the Zoo, Pumpkin Drive, Chomp & Stomp, new education programs, events and experiences!
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October 01, 2020
Endangered, 2-year-old okapi arrives at the OKC Zoo as part of Species Survival Plan for okapi.
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September 18, 2020
Support gorilla conservation through family-friendly activities and cellphone challenge – donate a used device, receive free Zoo admission
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September 02, 2020
September calendar brings Sip & Stroll, Fair Food Days, ZOObrew, Haunt the Zoo tickets on sale, Animal Awareness Days and more!
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August 12, 2020
OKC Zoo celebrates World Elephant Day, Aug. 12, with a BIG announcement – Asian elephant, Asha, is expecting a calf in February 2022!
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August 12, 2020
Fans have another week, Aug. 17–21, to connect with the Zoo’s wildlife for free
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August 03, 2020
#TONSoflove digital media campaign and World Elephant Day encourages collective action for Asian elephants
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July 30, 2020
Free Afternoon Admissions, Experience Art Gone Wild, Sip & Stroll, Asian Elephant Awareness Month, Animal Conservation Days and more!
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July 06, 2020
Community literacy program features new book, provides Oklahomans with a family-fun activity and free Zoo admission
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June 29, 2020
Sip & Stroll, summer admission promotion, new Zoo attractions available, summer camps and OKC ZOO POO
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June 25, 2020
Bee researcher identifies rare, two-spotted bumblebee at the Zoo – a species not found in Oklahoma for over 20 years
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June 18, 2020
New mountain lion cam connects Zoo fans with native Oklahoma wildlife from home
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June 16, 2020
Support giraffe conservation, enjoy family-friendly festivities, Facebook Live videos and more!
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June 11, 2020
Oklahoma’s students take artistic approach to support recycling, conservation
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June 05, 2020
Zoo opens one hour earlier at 8 a.m. from June 6 to September 7, 2020 allowing guests to connect with
wildlife in the cool of morning.
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June 04, 2020
Zoo attractions reopen, summer camps, animal/conservation awareness days and OKC ZOO POO
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May 21, 2020
Support our planet’s shelled species with educational activities, Facebook live videos and more
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May 01, 2020
Zoo presents an all-outdoor low-touch experience for limited guests who reserve online admission, becoming one of the first AZA-accredited Zoos in the nation to reopen
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April 27, 2020
Digital series presents Zoo experiences daily at 2 p.m. CT during closure
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April 20, 2020
Digital series presents Zoo experiences daily at 2 p.m. CT during closure
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April 16, 2020
Three new limited-edition shirts, designed by Insight Creative Group (ICG) and produced through Oklahoma Shirt Company, are available now as a part of a larger “Love Your Zoo” campaign, created to directly support the OKC Zoo during its unexpected closure.
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April 13, 2020
Digital series presents Zoo experiences daily at 2 p.m. CT during closure
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April 06, 2020
Digital series presents Zoo experiences daily at 2 p.m. CT during closure
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April 03, 2020
Post your egg decoration idea and the Zoo will integrate the best into Easter-themed animal enrichment
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March 30, 2020
Digital series presents Zoo experiences daily at 2 p.m. CT during closure
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March 24, 2020
New red panda cam connects fans with endangered wildlife during Zoo closure
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March 23, 2020
New digital series presents Zoo experiences daily at 2 p.m. CT during closure
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March 18, 2020
“OKC Zoo @ Two” digital series presents Zoo experiences daily at 2 p.m. CT starting Thursday, March 19
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March 18, 2020
Due to public health concerns regarding COVID-19, the Zoo will be closed starting Saturday, March 14
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March 16, 2020
Stay up-to-date with the OKC Zoo through digital platforms, interactive animal wellness exams, more
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March 13, 2020
Zoo welcomes new Botanical Garden Director and Assistant Curator of Herpetology
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March 12, 2020
The safety and well-being of our guests and staff is our top priority everyday here at the OKC Zoo.
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March 12, 2020
Go green this St. Paddy’s Day at the Zoo with fun and enrichment for the animals
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March 05, 2020
Oklahoma’s students invited to promote recycling in creative way, opportunity to win prizes
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March 03, 2020
Turn of the season: Zoo Keys returns! Plus, Flamingo Mingle, Camel Rides and More
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February 17, 2020
He was contained at 12:32 p.m. and the Code Yellow was cleared
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February 14, 2020
Indian rhino calf due this fall – Zoo is committed to conserving this rare species
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February 13, 2020
Calling all nature lovers – save 25% on general admission when you buy online this holiday weekend, Friday, Feb. 14 through Monday, Feb. 17
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February 04, 2020
Warm weather and the Zoo’s Connect with Wildlife Challenge–guests disconnected with their phones to reconnect with wildlife!
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January 28, 2020
Throw up your ‘bear’ claws, cheer as the Zoo’s Groundhog gurus predict the changing seasons
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January 24, 2020
Answer the call to protect gorillas by donating old phones and disconnect from tech with two exciting new Zoo initiatives
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