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Due to the extreme heat forecast, admission to the Zoo is entirely FREE this Thursday and Friday, July 2 & 3. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and come enjoy our indoor exhibits, misting stations and water play in the Big Backyard!

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Happy 1st Birthday to red panda cub Sokka! 🎉 ❤️ He Happy 1st Birthday to red panda cub Sokka! 🎉 ❤️ Help us wish him a very special day! 🥳 

A year ago on the 4th of July, keepers were overjoyed to find that mom Zan had her twins Sokka and Katara!
Katara has recently moved to another Zoo, and Sokka will also be moving later this year, both as breeding recommendations for the Red Panda Species Survival Plan. We are wishing them both a very happy birthday and can’t wait to follow their journeys!! ❤️
This 4th of July, we’re celebrating some of Americ This 4th of July, we’re celebrating some of America's native species that call our Zoo home! 🦅🦬 From the majestic bald eagle and roaming bison to the speedy pronghorn, wild turkeys, and rare red wolf, North America is home to some truly incredible wildlife.

🎉Reminder: Today we are offering $4 admission all day long in celebration of America's 250th. We hope you can join us for a day of wild fun! 

🦅 Please note: our bald eagles are currently behind the scenes while their habitat is under maintenance.
Nothing like a pile of mud or a splash pad to keep Nothing like a pile of mud or a splash pad to keep cool in this heat! ☀️ A huge thank you to all of our incredible keepers working hard to keep our animals cool and comfortable during this heat wave. 🫶🏼

📸 Keeper Kim W.
👀 Just popping in to make sure you are drinking yo 👀 Just popping in to make sure you are drinking your water today! Stay safe everyone ☀️
⚠️ Due to the extreme heat forecast, Zoo admission ⚠️ Due to the extreme heat forecast, Zoo admission is entirely FREE this Thursday and Friday, July 2 and 3. Some animals may choose to remain indoors or in shaded areas to stay cool, so guests may not see all animals during their visit. Stay cool, stay hydrated (bring your refillable water bottle and use our filling stations), and come enjoy our indoor exhibits, misting stations and water play in the Big Backyard!

And don't foreget, In celebration of the semiquincentennial (America's 250th) we are offering a special $4 admission rate for the entire day on the 4th of July. Tickets can be purchased online, or in-person at the gate on July 4, 2026.

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