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
Boo at the Zoo Tickets On Sale Now
It’s Denver’s favorite trick-or-treat event! Join us for a spooky evening filled with candy, character meet-and-greets and more! Book early to get your preferred date.
It's a Wild Fall at the Zoo
Enjoy fall fun for all ages Sept 25–Oct 31 with creepy-crawly Animal Ambassadors, weekend pumpkin carving + more!
Become a Member to Save 10% on Boo at the Zoo Tickets
Join today to lock in your members-only savings for our most popular events including Boo at the Zoo and Zoo Lights!
New Limited-Edition Bat Adoption Bundle
This symbolic adoption supports world-class for our real-life bats while also contributing to our conservation efforts.
A Historic Welcome: Southern White Rhinos Arrive at DZCA
Remembering Nigel: A Special Member of Our African Painte…
A Look into Whole Life Care at DZCA
@DenverZoo in the Wild
Consider this squash SQUISHED. 🎃🐘
It’s that time of year again! Duncan, our Asian elephant, got to do what he does best: stomp, smash, and savor a massive pumpkin courtesy of giant pumpkin thanks to the Deevy family.
Gourd job, Duncan!
Wild Fall and Boo at the Zoo are happening now. Don’t miss your chance to make some fall memories of your own. Tickets through the link in bio.
Things are getting a little spooky (and sweet!) at Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance! 🕸🍩 Our friends at @dunkin stopped by with their iconic Spider Donuts to help us celebrate Boo at the Zoo! Snag a Spider Donut from your local Dunkin’ before they disappear!
Mahali has arrived at his new home. 🦛
After more than a year of patient training, trust-building, and a whole lot of ingenuity, our beloved Nile hippo Mahali has officially arrived safely at his new habitat in a natural wildlife preserve in Texas, and he is settling in and enjoying exploring his new home.
Assistant Curator of Pachyderms, Rachael Chappell, made the trip with him, stopping along the way to make sure he was comfortable. By all accounts, Mahali was calm the entire way and his journey went smoothly.
This moment belongs to our Animal Care team. Moving an animal of Mahali’s size is a massive undertaking, and this team showed up for him every single step of the way, following his lead, respecting his pace, and never rushing the process. Their dedication to his wellbeing made this possible.
Mahali’s move also marks a meaningful milestone for DZCA’s sustainability goals. His former habitat used nearly 21 million gallons of water annually, and his move helps us not just meet but exceed our water reduction targets, which is especially important with Colorado`s current drought conditions.
Born here in 2002, Mahali spent over two decades as one of the Zoo’s most beloved residents, leaving a hippo-shaped impression on everyone he met. We’ll miss him more than words can say, and we couldn’t be happier for his next chapter.
Your favorite Adult Night at the Zoo is back. 🦇🎃
Monster Masquerade returns October 29, 5:30–10:00 p.m. and if you haven’t been, this is the one to attend! DZCA’s most popular 21+ event of the year is a full evening of Halloween thrills, drinks, and cryptids!
Your ticket includes a complimentary canned drink (NA + GF options available), FREE Carousel Karaoke, a costume contest, tarot card readings, Animal Ambassadors, trivia hosted by Denver Trivia League, live music, a silent disco, and more.
Costumes encouraged. Creatures welcome. Buy your tickets now through the link in bio!🕷️
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