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Celebrating 130 Years—Together
For 130 years, the Zoo has been a place where Colorado comes a little closer to wildlife—and our story is still being written.
What’s New at the Zoo
130th Summer Celebration: Now–Sept 7
Join us for a summer-long celebration with exciting surprises, fun activities, and all-new experiences in honor of our 130th anniversary. One visit won’t be enough!
Help Us Name Our Baby Orangutan!
Donate $5 to vote for one of these three names for our itty-bitty ape—Rambutan, Oka or Jamartin.
Three Adult Nights. Three Themes. One Wild Summer.
A 21+ summer Adult Night series featuring three uniquely themed nights: Pride Prom, Americana, and Celebrate Colorado.
Flock Party Tickets on Sale Now
Join us August 22 for an afternoon of style, conservation, and all-inclusive celebration as we toast 130 years of impact.
BABY BULLETIN: Hesty’s Baby is Here!
Remembering Rudy
A Message from Cristal Torres DeHerrera
@DenverZoo in the Wild
Dr. Lynn Von Hagen and Sean Ploysa of DZCA have been on the ground in Rwanda and Uganda training field rangers and conservation teams from our partner organizations: the Rwanda Wildlife Conservation Association and the Kyambura Lion Monitoring Project, and other partners including Queen Elizabeth National Park.
When our partners identified a critical need, we listened. Their field teams are working miles from the nearest hospital, in landscapes shared with buffalo, elephants, and lions, and expressed a need for basic first aid and CPR training.
Over two and a half weeks, across two countries and multiple partner organizations, DZCA trained over 80 individuals in lifesaving skills.
This is what meaningful partnership looks like. Not just sharing resources, but sharing expertise, building trust, and showing up for the people on the front lines of conservation every single day.
@savingrwandawildlife
@queenelizabethnationalpark
#SavingWildlifeTogether #Rwanda #Uganda #DenverZooConservationAlliance #DZCA #FieldConservation #AfricaConservation #CapacitySharing
Now that our Sumatran orangutan baby is here, we need your help choosing the perfect name for him! With a $5 donation per vote, you can choose your favorite from three names—Oka, Rambutan or Jamartin—lovingly chosen by his Animal Care team.
Today we`re featuring the name Oka. This traditional Balinese boy`s name has meanings rooted in family, such as "child" or "heir."
Is our new baby an Oka? Voting is open now through June 29 and your donation goes beyond just choosing a name. It helps provide world-class care for Hesty and her mini and supports conservation efforts for Critically Endangered Sumatran orangutans in the wild. Vote now by visiting the link in our bio.
📸: Animal Care Specialist @christa.love
We’re happy to share that Hesty and her baby boy have been thriving behind the scenes for the last few weeks! First-time mom Hesty is doing an amazing job with motherhood and her baby boy is meeting all his developmental milestones. He has even been introduced to dad Jaya and Hesty’s half-sister, Cerah, who are both showing all the appropriate behaviors for meeting a new baby. 🧡🦧
Now that Hesty and her baby are ready, we’re gearing up for member previews and an official public debut! Members, you’re invited to join us in our Great Apes indoor building June 14–17 from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. for an exclusive sneak peek of Hesty and baby, before the public debut on June 18. Simply present your membership QR code for entry.
Please note that visibility may vary. As she continues to bond with her baby, Hesty will keep her little one close and may choose to spend time in behind-the-scenes spaces. Thank you for your patience and understanding as they acclimate.
📸: Animal Care Specialist Christa K. and Lead Animal Care Specialist Shayla B.
You`re invited to join us for a summer-long celebration filled with exciting surprises and all-new experiences in honor of our 130th anniversary! With animal birthday parties, extended Zoo hours, member exclusives, special events and more, there`s something new to discover, all season long.
Here`s what`s in store as we celebrate 130 years together:
🎉 Catch the Celebration Squad roaming the Zoo with fun games, giveaways, and dance parties.
🎂 Celebrate a few wild animal birthdays with special celebrations for our flamingo flock, Harley and his animal Ambassador friends, and our lion cubs!
☀️ Beat the heat and the crowds with member early entry and select extended hours! The Zoo is open exclusively to members 8:00–9:00 a.m. through Labor Day and then on select Fridays + Saturdays this summer, we`re open for all guests until 9:00 p.m.
🐾 Say hi to amazing Animal Ambassadors at the Main Entrance from 8:00–9:30 a.m. and 2:30–4:00 p.m.
📸 Don`t miss photo-worthy moments across the Zoo to help commemorate your visit.
⛰️ Visit the Colorado Lounge in Wildlife Plaza for local brews, local artists and more.
One visit won`t be enough! Join us all summer as we celebrate 130 unforgettable years of wonder, connection and conservation. Learn more by visiting the link in our bio. 💛
