August 02, 2026

Meet Nigel McBlockface, Our Newest Rescue

Rescued from a wildlife trafficking attempt, this young woolly monkey needed a name and a fresh start.

July 23, 2026

Safari Cafe Gets a Fresh New Look

Our main cafe has reopened with a brighter, more comfortable space for guests.

May 04, 2026

Meet Our Sun-Loving Iguana

Our green iguana has been soaking up attention on his favorite basking perch.

April 20, 2026

Meet the New Star of Our Lion Pride

Our lion pride has a confident new personality stealing the spotlight during daily keeper talks.

February 23, 2026

Our Tortoises Are Taking It Slow and Steady

Our gentle giant tortoises are a guest favorite for their calm pace and curious personalities.

December 25, 2025

Vanilla Zoo Celebrates Christmas

Festive decorations made this Christmas one to remember at the zoo.

December 07, 2025

Inside Our Animal Care Clinic

A look at the on site clinic where our veterinary team keeps every resident healthy.

October 09, 2025

Meet the Donkeys Who Run the Farmyard

Our two resident donkeys have become one of the friendliest stops in the whole zoo.

October 01, 2025

Announcing Our Brand New Website

A refreshed, modern website has arrived with an interactive zone, online tickets, and livestream.

Parrot Encounter Experience

August 29, 2026

Get eye to eye with our colorful parrots during the launch of our brand new up-close bird encounter.

Spots are limited each day, so reserve your encounter time as soon as you arrive.

Meerkat Mob Meet and Greet Weekend

September 5-6, 2026

Get up close with our alert and social meerkat mob during a special weekend meet and greet at their habitat.

Keepers will be on hand to answer questions and share fun facts about meerkat teamwork and burrow life.

Lemur Discovery Day

September 20, 2026

Celebrate our playful ring-tailed lemurs with keeper talks, enrichment demos, and fun lemur themed activities.

Watch them leap through their habitat and learn how their famous striped tails help them balance and communicate.

Owl Encounter Family Day

October 10, 2026

Meet our resident owls up close and learn what makes these silent hunters such incredible nighttime predators.

Kids can join a short activity all about owl senses, feathers, and flight.

Reptile Awareness Weekend

October 24-25, 2026

Learn about our resident reptiles, including our green iguana, during a weekend dedicated to scales and sun.

Special keeper talks will cover reptile care, diet, and how they stay warm without fur or feathers.

Aquarium Discovery Days

November 14, 2026

Get a closer look at the colorful crayfish and small aquatic creatures living in our aquarium exhibit.

Keepers will be on hand with magnifying viewers so guests of all ages can spot every tiny detail.