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
Zoo Lights Tickets on Sale Now
To celebrate 35 years of Zoo Lights, this season comes with even more new and exciting experiences for everyone! Don’t miss Denver’s favorite holiday tradition.
Membership Makes the Perfect Holiday Gift
Plus, when you gift a membership, you’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win a behind-the-scenes tour!
Give Now for Colorado Gives Day
To celebrate 130 years, generous donors have created a $130,000 challenge match—our biggest match opportunity ever!
Holiday Adoption Bundles Are Here
Support wildlife and take care of your holiday shopping! These adorable bundles include your choice of plush + holiday card.
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Cashew and Pecan recently enjoyed the last bit of the pumpkin season with some tasty enrichment! Come visit our raccoons in Harmony Hill before the colder months arrive and they start spending more time tucked away!
Members, your early access to Zoo Lights tickets is officially open! ✨
Grab your tickets before they go on sale to the general public, plus enjoy 10% off as a member perk.
Three million lights. 80 acres. Denver’s most beloved holiday tradition. Don’t miss it. 🦒🌟
Link in bio for tickets!
Colorado Gives Day early giving is now open, and this year we have something special: in honor of DZCA’s 130th anniversary, generous donors have created a $130,000 challenge match. Every dollar you give will be matched dollar for dollar, our biggest match opportunity ever!
This year’s campaign funds habitat enhancements that make a real difference in the daily lives of our animals:
🐒 $135,000 — New aluminum ramp system for primates in Emerald Forest
🦘 $7,500 — Humidifier system for tree kangaroos and wallabies
🦥 $10,000 — Shade structures for sloths in Tropical Discovery
Thanks to our challenge match, your $25 becomes $50. Your $500 becomes $1,000. There has never been a better time to give!
Help us reach our goal and provide habitat upgrades to help our animals flourish. Donate now through December 8 at the link in bio.
Zoo Lights is almost here and members get priority access to tickets on November 2 (three days before general sale) plus 10% off. ✨
For 35 years, Zoo Lights has been one of Denver’s most beloved holiday traditions. Three million lights. 80 acres. Countless memories. And this year, it’s back starting November 23.
Not a member yet? There’s never been a better time. Visit the link in bio and make sure you’re first in line for the magic. 🦒🌟
