Welcome to a new Western New York holiday tradition -- Zoo Lights at the Buffalo Zoo! Enjoy the Zoo after hours and enjoy dazzling light displays, holiday music, and live performances, warm winter treats and a visit with Santa! Things … Continued

Treat your family to a beloved holiday tradition with Breakfast with Santa at the Buffalo Zoo. Merrily start your day with a breakfast buffet, enjoy arts and crafts and a visit and special gift from Santa Claus. After breakfast, stroll … Continued

Welcome to a new Western New York holiday tradition -- Zoo Lights at the Buffalo Zoo! Enjoy the Zoo after hours and enjoy dazzling light displays, holiday music, and live performances, warm winter treats and a visit with Santa! Things … Continued

Welcome to a new Western New York holiday tradition -- Zoo Lights at the Buffalo Zoo! Enjoy the Zoo after hours and enjoy dazzling light displays, holiday music, and live performances, warm winter treats and a visit with Santa! Things … Continued

Welcome to a new Western New York holiday tradition -- Zoo Lights at the Buffalo Zoo! Enjoy the Zoo after hours and enjoy dazzling light displays, holiday music, and live performances, warm winter treats and a visit with Santa! Things … Continued

Welcome to a new Western New York holiday tradition -- Zoo Lights at the Buffalo Zoo! Enjoy the Zoo after hours and enjoy dazzling light displays, holiday music, and live performances, warm winter treats and a visit with Santa! Things … Continued

Welcome to a new Western New York holiday tradition -- Zoo Lights at the Buffalo Zoo! Enjoy the Zoo after hours and enjoy dazzling light displays, holiday music, and live performances, warm winter treats and a visit with Santa! Things … Continued

Welcome to a new Western New York holiday tradition -- Zoo Lights at the Buffalo Zoo! Enjoy the Zoo after hours and enjoy dazzling light displays, holiday music, and live performances, warm winter treats and a visit with Santa! Things … Continued

For the months of January and February, portions of each paid admission and each parking fee will go to Zoos Victoria Bushfire Emergency Wildlife Fund. The Fund is dedicated to emergency veterinary assistance and scientific intervention for affected animals. Funds … Continued

Give your special someone a truly unique and loving Valentine’s Day gift of an animal adoption from the Buffalo Zoo.   Adopt Today! (Click Here)

On February 13, the Zoo teams up with the Aquarium of Niagara, Community Beer Works and the Pro Zoo Board of the Buffalo Zoo for a happy hour from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Community Beer Works. Enjoy Frank … Continued

ENTER TO WIN AN ALL- EXPENSES PAID TRIP TO SEE  COUNTRY MUSIC LEGEND KEITH URBAN and SUPPORT THE BUFFALO ZOO AUSTRALIAN WILDFIRE RELIEF FUND We've teamed up with Country 106.5 WYRK to offer an all-expenses trip to see country music legend … Continued

Because nothing is more important than the health and safety of our guests, team members, and animals, the Buffalo Zoo is temporarily closed beginning Saturday, March 14 through Saturday, March 28, 2020. We believe this is the right decision for … Continued

Because nothing is more important than the health and safety of our guests, team members, and animals, the Buffalo Zoo is temporarily closed beginning Saturday, March 14 through Saturday, March 28, 2020. We believe this is the right decision for … Continued

Because nothing is more important than the health and safety of our guests, team members, and animals, the Buffalo Zoo is temporarily closed beginning Saturday, March 14 through Saturday, March 28, 2020. We believe this is the right decision for … Continued

Because nothing is more important than the health and safety of our guests, team members, and animals, the Buffalo Zoo is temporarily closed beginning Saturday, March 14 through Saturday, March 28, 2020. We believe this is the right decision for … Continued

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In honor of our community’s superheroes, the Buffalo Zoo and West Herr Auto Group are offering free admission and half-off admission for four guests to healthcare workers, first responders, service professionals, and educators.This  is designed to say thank you to … Continued

In honor of our community’s superheroes, the Buffalo Zoo and West Herr Auto Group are offering free admission and half-off admission for four guests to healthcare workers, first responders, service professionals, and educators.This  is designed to say thank you to … Continued

Celebrate the first annual run with the Buffalo Zoo from the comfort of your home or a local outdoor trail. Our Virtual 5K, Run for Rhinos is a great and a fun way to train for other events or to … Continued

In honor of our community’s superheroes, the Buffalo Zoo and West Herr Auto Group are offering free admission and half-off admission for four guests to healthcare workers, first responders, service professionals, and educators.This  is designed to say thank you to … Continued

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and Celebrate Halloween! at the Buffalo Zoo. This safe and spooktacular day at the Zoo features trick-or-treat candy stations (1:00 pm - 4:00 pm), a one-day photo pass, complimentary carousel rides (weather permitting), and Zoo admission. … Continued

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and Celebrate Halloween! at the Buffalo Zoo. This safe and spooktacular day at the Zoo features trick-or-treat candy stations (1:00 pm - 4:00 pm), a one-day photo pass, complimentary carousel rides (weather permitting), and Zoo admission. … Continued

Gather your little ghosts and goblins and Celebrate Halloween! at the Buffalo Zoo. This safe and spooktacular day at the Zoo features trick-or-treat candy stations (1:00 pm - 4:00 pm), a one-day photo pass, complimentary carousel rides (weather permitting), and Zoo admission. … Continued

The Buffalo Zoo recently welcomed two new lion cubs - one boy and one girl. Now you can help give them a name! The animal care team has narrowed down the choices for both cubs, and each name has a … Continued

It’s time to celebrate dad and what better way to do that than with a fun filled day at the Buffalo Zoo!   Grab your father or father figure and head to the Zoo on Saturday, June 12 for our Day … Continued

Calling all Zoo and beer lovers alike - on Saturday, June 26, the Buffalo Zoo invites you to join us for our first-ever Drive Thru Zoo Brew! Experience the wonder of the Zoo from the comfort of your car. At the end of your tour, receive a variety four-pack of … Continued

On Friday, July 16, grab your family and friends for a day of fun celebrating our beloved city! Admission to the Zoo is just $7.16 thanks to our friends at West Herr Auto Group!  Celebrate all things Buffalo with our … Continued

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to spend a night at the Buffalo Zoo? Find out on August 27 at our first-ever Zoo Family Campout!   Grab the family, load up your gear, and spend a night underneath the stars at the Buffalo Zoo! This fun-filled evening includes dinner at Wild … Continued

This Labor Day, admission to the Zoo is just $5 thanks to our friends at West Herr Auto Group! Visit your favorite animals, help us care for our goat herd inside our newest exhibit Goat Island, and see how our lion cubs … Continued

Description: Celebrate the second annual Run for Rhinos with the Buffalo Zoo from the comfort of your home, on a local outdoor trail or road or in person on September 18. Our Virtual 5K race is a great and a … Continued

Celebrate Halloween! at the Buffalo Zoo is bigger and better and this year the fall fun lasts all month long! Family-friendly favorites like our Trick-or-Treat trail (open 11:00 am to 2:00 pm) return along with an all-new line-up of safe … Continued

It's time to eat, drink, and be scary at Boo Bash at the Buffalo Zoo! The Zoo is open after-hours for a spooktacular party for adults-only (21+, valid ID required). Make your way through the Trail of Treats featuring bewitching … Continued

Celebrate Halloween! at the Buffalo Zoo is bigger and better and this year the fall fun lasts all month long! Family-friendly favorites like our Trick-or-Treat trail (open 11:00 am to 2:00 pm) return along with an all-new line-up of safe … Continued

Celebrate Halloween! at the Buffalo Zoo is bigger and better and this year the fall fun lasts all month long! Family-friendly favorites like our Trick-or-Treat trail (open 11:00 am to 2:00 pm) return along with an all-new line-up of safe … Continued

Celebrate Halloween! at the Buffalo Zoo is bigger and better and this year the fall fun lasts all month long! Family-friendly favorites like our Trick-or-Treat trail (open 11:00 am to 2:00 pm) return along with an all-new line-up of safe … Continued

Buffalo Zoo Members are invited for a very special night of Zoo Lights 2021! While our magical team of holiday helpers make the final preparations for our official opening night on Saturday, November 27, Buffalo Zoo Members get an exclusive … Continued

Zoo Lights at the Buffalo Zoo is back and better than ever! This year get ready for more lights, more nights, and more fun. Enjoy the Zoo after hours as you stroll through our illuminated winter wonderland. Take in dazzling … Continued

A beloved Western New York holiday tradition returns; Breakfast with Santa at the Buffalo Zoo is back after a year away! You'll have your very own table for up to six guests inside our Children's Resource Center. Bring your holiday … Continued

The Women's Board of the Buffalo Zoo would love to celebrate the magic the season with you! Gather your friends or make some new ones at the annual Holiday Luncheon December 9, 2021 at 11:00 am. This fundraiser for the … Continued

Zoo Lights at the Buffalo Zoo is back and better than ever! This year get ready for more lights, more nights, and more fun. Enjoy the Zoo after hours as you stroll through our illuminated winter wonderland. Take in dazzling … Continued

A beloved Western New York holiday tradition returns; Breakfast with Santa at the Buffalo Zoo is back after a year away! You’ll have your very own table for up to six guests inside our Children’s Resource Center. Bring your holiday … Continued

Zoo Lights at the Buffalo Zoo is back and better than ever! This year get ready for more lights, more nights, and more fun. Enjoy the Zoo after hours as you stroll through our illuminated winter wonderland. Take in dazzling … Continued

A beloved Western New York holiday tradition returns; Breakfast with Santa at the Buffalo Zoo is back after a year away! You’ll have your very own table for up to six guests inside our Children’s Resource Center. Bring your holiday … Continued

Zoo Lights at the Buffalo Zoo is back and better than ever! This year get ready for more lights, more nights, and more fun. Enjoy the Zoo after hours as you stroll through our illuminated winter wonderland. Take in dazzling … Continued

It’s that time of year again; The Buffalo Zoo Photo Contest presented by the Women’s Board of the Buffalo Zoo is back!  Show us the Zoo through your eyes and upload your best Buffalo Zoo photos taken during 2021. Entries … Continued

The best way to receive your COVID-19 vaccine is during a visit to the Buffalo Zoo! We’re proud to partner with the Erie County Department of Health for a vaccine clinic for children under 18 years old at the Buffalo … Continued

Have the ultimate St. Patrick’s Day party and support the Buffalo Zoo all in one with the Be the Life of the Paddy fundraiser presented by the ProZoo Board of the Buffalo Zoo. Purchase stunning charcuterie kits by Chey-Cuterie gorgeously … Continued

Hop on over for a fun-filled day of Easter excitement at the Buffalo Zoo! This family-friendly event features a Zoo-wide Easter egg scavenger hunt, including a photo op with the Easter bunny and a few other special friends, complimentary train … Continued

Ever wonder what it’s like to work at the Buffalo Zoo? Stop by our Job Fair on Saturday, April 23 to find out! Learn about the fun seasonal part-time job opportunities across our Education, Guest Experience, and Grounds departments. See … Continued

Come join Assemblymember Jon Rivera for a free screening of The Wizard of Oz at the Palace Theatre! This classic movie is fun for kids of all ages—and parents too! While the movie will begin at noon, the Buffalo Zoo’s … Continued

Join the ProZoo Board of the Buffalo Zoo for the first annual Charity Golf Tournament on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at the Terry Hills Golf Course and Banquet Facility! Spend a summer afternoon playing golf for a good cause with … Continued

Step into the world of Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights at the Buffalo Zoo presented by Five Star Bank. Explore the Zoo like never before with our brand-new immersive experience featuring large-scale animal and nature scape lanterns with … Continued

Step into the world of Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights at the Buffalo Zoo presented by Five Star Bank. Explore the Zoo like never before with our brand-new immersive experience featuring large-scale animal and nature scape lanterns with … Continued

Step into the world of Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights at the Buffalo Zoo presented by Five Star Bank. Explore the Zoo like never before with our brand-new immersive experience featuring large-scale animal and nature scape lanterns with … Continued

This 716 Day, celebrate your favorite city with a visit to the Buffalo Zoo! Admission is only $7.16 on Saturday, July 16. Stop by to see your animal friends who call this city home! Purchase tickets in person or online to … Continued

Step into the world of Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights at the Buffalo Zoo presented by Five Star Bank. Explore the Zoo like never before with our brand-new immersive experience featuring large-scale animal and nature scape lanterns with … Continued

Step into the world of Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights at the Buffalo Zoo presented by Five Star Bank. Explore the Zoo like never before with our brand-new immersive experience featuring large-scale animal and nature scape lanterns with … Continued

Step into the world of Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights at the Buffalo Zoo presented by Five Star Bank. Explore the Zoo like never before with our brand-new immersive experience featuring large-scale animal and nature scape lanterns with … Continued

Step into the world of Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights at the Buffalo Zoo presented by Five Star Bank. Explore the Zoo like never before with our brand-new immersive experience featuring large-scale animal and nature scape lanterns with … Continued

Looking for long weekend plans? We've got you covered! Zoo admission is only $5 on Monday, September 5, 2022. Tickets can be purchased in person or online under the "General Admission" tab linked below. We can't wait to see you. … Continued

Celebrate the 3rd annual Run for Rhinos with the Buffalo Zoo from the comfort of your home, on a local outdoor trail or road, or in person on September 17. Our Virtual 5K race is a great and fun way … Continued

Celebrate Halloween! at the Buffalo Zoo is back with a fang-tastic lineup of family-friendly activities! Collect your favorite Halloween goodies as you make your way through the Trick-or-Treat trail (open 11:00 am–2:00 pm), laugh uncontrollably at the Super Hilarious Magic Shows by … Continued

Everyone’s favorite event of the season is back—Boo Bash at the Buffalo Zoo returns for another spook-tacular night of fun! Get into the Halloween spirit at our fang-tastic after-hours party for adults-only (21+, valid ID required). Make your way through … Continued

Celebrate Halloween! at the Buffalo Zoo is back with a fang-tastic lineup of family-friendly activities! Collect your favorite Halloween goodies as you make your way through the Trick-or-Treat trail (open 11:00 am–2:00 pm), laugh uncontrollably at the Super Hilarious Magic Shows by … Continued

Celebrate Halloween! at the Buffalo Zoo is back with a fang-tastic lineup of family-friendly activities! Collect your favorite Halloween goodies as you make your way through the Trick-or-Treat trail (open 11:00 am–2:00 pm), laugh uncontrollably at the Super Hilarious Magic Shows by … Continued

This GivingTuesday we ask our Buffalo Zoo community to be a part of our Holiday Harvest Basket that will directly benefit your favorite animals and the keepers that care for them every single day. A financial gift is always appreciated … Continued

IMPORTANT UPDATE: OUR TOP PRIORITY WILL ALWAYS BE THE SAFETY OF OUR ANIMALS, GUESTS, AND TEAM MEMBERS. UNFORTUNATELY, DUE TO THE WINTER WEATHER WARNING ISSUED FOR ERIE COUNTY BY THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE, OUR ZOO LIGHTS EVENT, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23 … Continued

IMPORTANT UPDATE: OUR TOP PRIORITY WILL ALWAYS BE THE SAFETY OF OUR ANIMALS, GUESTS, AND TEAM MEMBERS. UNFORTUNATELY, DUE TO THE WINTER WEATHER WARNING ISSUED FOR ERIE COUNTY BY THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE, OUR ZOO LIGHTS EVENT, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23 … Continued

It’s that time of year again! The beloved Western New York holiday tradition, Breakfast with Santa at the Buffalo Zoo, is back for another holiday season! Start your day off right and bring your holiday appetite to the chef-prepared breakfast … Continued

Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth this holiday season? Cookies & Cocoa with Mrs. Claus has you covered! Enjoy an afternoon of North Pole delicacies like hot cocoa and sugar cookies, get a special photo opportunity with Santa and Mrs. … Continued

IMPORTANT UPDATE: OUR TOP PRIORITY WILL ALWAYS BE THE SAFETY OF OUR ANIMALS, GUESTS, AND TEAM MEMBERS. UNFORTUNATELY, DUE TO THE WINTER WEATHER WARNING ISSUED FOR ERIE COUNTY BY THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE, OUR ZOO LIGHTS EVENT, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23 … Continued

It’s that time of year again! The beloved Western New York holiday tradition, Breakfast with Santa at the Buffalo Zoo, is back for another holiday season! Start your day off right and bring your holiday appetite to the chef-prepared breakfast … Continued

Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth this holiday season? Cookies & Cocoa with Mrs. Claus has you covered! Enjoy an afternoon of North Pole delicacies like hot cocoa and sugar cookies, get a special photo opportunity with Santa and Mrs. … Continued

IMPORTANT UPDATE: OUR TOP PRIORITY WILL ALWAYS BE THE SAFETY OF OUR ANIMALS, GUESTS, AND TEAM MEMBERS. UNFORTUNATELY, DUE TO THE WINTER WEATHER WARNING ISSUED FOR ERIE COUNTY BY THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE, OUR ZOO LIGHTS EVENT, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23 … Continued

It’s that time of year again! The beloved Western New York holiday tradition, Breakfast with Santa at the Buffalo Zoo, is back for another holiday season! Start your day off right and bring your holiday appetite to the chef-prepared breakfast … Continued

Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth this holiday season? Cookies & Cocoa with Mrs. Claus has you covered! Enjoy an afternoon of North Pole delicacies like hot cocoa and sugar cookies, get a special photo opportunity with Santa and Mrs. … Continued

IMPORTANT UPDATE: OUR TOP PRIORITY WILL ALWAYS BE THE SAFETY OF OUR ANIMALS, GUESTS, AND TEAM MEMBERS. UNFORTUNATELY, DUE TO THE WINTER WEATHER WARNING ISSUED FOR ERIE COUNTY BY THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE, OUR ZOO LIGHTS EVENT, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 23 … Continued

Zoo admission, membership visits, and ticket sales are the financial backbone for the Zoo to provide care, food, and supplies for the animals and salaries for our zookeepers and other team members. This is one of the Buffalo Zoo's most important … Continued

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Zoo Lights 2022 has been cancelled for the remainder of the season. Unfortunately, the Buffalo Blizzard caused too much damage to our light displays, as well as grounds in general. We apologize for the inconvenience as we know … Continued

It’s that time of year again; The Buffalo Zoo Photo Contest presented by the Women’s Board of the Buffalo Zoo is back!  Entires are now closed but now it's time to cast your vote to select the best from 2022! … Continued

Join us for Polar Bear Days at the Buffalo Zoo this winter recess starting Monday, February 20 through Friday, February 24! The Zoo will be open every day as we celebrate these amazing animals and raise awareness for their shrinking … Continued

Celebrated National Geographic Explorer and photographer Brian Skerry has spent nearly four decades exploring and documenting Earth’s oceans. For his latest project, he turns his lens to one of the world’s most beloved animals to illuminate startling new insights into … Continued

With landscapes spanning the towering Himalaya, arid plains, and dense jungles, India is home to an unmatched diversity of wild cats. While many of the big cats are well known and thoroughly documented, photographer and filmmaker Sandesh Kadur is on … Continued

Ever wonder what it’s like to work at the Buffalo Zoo? Stop by our Job Fair on Saturday, March 25 to find out! Learn about the fun seasonal part-time job opportunities across our Education, Guest Experience, and Gift Shop and … Continued

Hop on over for a fun-filled day of Easter excitement at the Buffalo Zoo! This family-friendly event features a Zoo-wide candy trail, a photo op with the Easter Bunny, complimentary train rides, animal ambassador meet and greets, animal enrichment sessions … Continued

Spring has sprung and there's a week full of fun coming to the Buffalo Zoo! Spend your Spring Recess with us as we open back up for daily operations on April 3. We'll be celebrating Ape Awareness Month April 3–7 … Continued

Join filmmaker Bryan Smith on the edge of what’s possible in extreme filmmaking. Descend the deepest canyon in the South Pacific, traverse the length of the Alaska Range by paraglider, and climb the ice ofNiagara Falls. His passion for storytelling … Continued

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than with the planet’s amazing and diverse wildlife? Join us for Party for the Planet on Saturday, April 22, from 10:00 am–2:00 pm as we honor Earth Day and wildlife conservation. This annual … Continued

Join us Friday, May 5, as we celebrate all five rhino species, specifically the two we have at the Buffalo Zoo (Black Rhino and Greater One-Horned Rhino) on Cinco de Rhino presented by Reimer Home Services! Show your love for … Continued

Get excited—Zoomagination: The Festival of Lanterns and Lights presented by Five Star Bank is back for another year and our Members get the first chance to see it before we open to the public! Join us on Saturday, June 17 … Continued

Celebrate your favorite city this 716 Day at the Buffalo Zoo! Thanks to our friends at The 716 Foundation, daytime admission is only $7.16 on Sunday, July 16. Pay a visit to your animal friends who call this city home on this … Continued

Celebrate our Zoo Keepers with us during National Zoo Keeper week, July 17–23! Zoo Keepers are responsible for the exceptional care of all the animals you see at the Buffalo Zoo. They feed them, monitor their health and well-being, pick-up … Continued