Valentine's Adopt-An-Animal
2017-01-30 08:00 - 2017-02-14 17:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Show your loved one just how wild you are about them this holiday by making them an adoptive parent of a Zoo animal! For $15, your sweet heart will receive an adoption certificate, a chocolate heart from Fowler’s and two guest passes to the Zoo, valid until 12/31/17 – more than a $20 value! To make your loved one an adoptive parent, call (716) 995-6131, or adopt online here! All proceeds benefit the Zoo’s Adopt-An-Animal program.

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BUFFALOVEFEST
2017-01-31 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States

Winter Nature Play
2017-02-04 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Join us on Saturday, February 4 for some winter fun! Discover all of the fun opportunities to play in nature that only winter can offer and even see some of our winter-loving animals like arctic foxes, polar bears and our snow leopard. Travel around the Zoo to each station to create ice painting, build a snow creature, hunt for animal tracks, look for other animals signs, and more! This event is included with Zoo admission. The event was made possible through a grant from the Disney Conservation Fund and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

Luna and Sakari's First Date
2017-02-11 11:00 - 15:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Celebrate Luna and Sakari’s first date! In honor of Valentines Day weekend when it is expected that most humans of WNY will celebrate, the Buffalo Zoo is no exception. Polar bear keepers have planned a first date for Luna and Sakari. Although the two bears have been together for a couple weeks now, this special first date will consist of “love themed” snacks, keeper talks, and special enrichment throughout the day. Special programming will be taking place every half-hour from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

On-sale date for Breakfast with Easter Bunny
2017-02-16 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Tickets for Breakfast with Easter Bunny on sale date.

Polar Bites 2017
2017-02-23 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Back by Popular Demand! Buffalo’s favorite wintertime fundraiser hosted by the Pro Zoo Board of the Buffalo Zoo. The event takes place on February 23, 2017 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center. Featuring food samplings from some of Western New York’s finest restaurants as well as a basket auction, silent auction, glacier gift wall and visits with some of the Zoo’s ambassador animals. Tickets are $30 presale and $40 at the door and include admission, samplings, 2 drink tickets, free parking and more. A limited number of VIP tickets are also available for $55 and include early admission and other fun Zoo goodies. CLICK HERE for tickets.

Frozen Food Month at the Buffalo Zoo
2017-03-01 10:00 - 2017-03-31 16:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Save $5.00 of admission! Frozen Food Month at the Buffalo Zoo is presented by TOPS Friendly Markets. Purchase a TOPS brand frozen food item during the month of March; turn it in your receipt as proof of purchase and save $5.00 off your total Zoo admission.

Big Cats Day
2017-03-11 11:00 - 15:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Come learn more about our amazing big cats here at the Buffalo Zoo! Listen to keeper talks about our lion pride and Tamari the tiger! Enjoy big cat themed activities and crafts as well!

Wines in the Wild
2017-03-23 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
One of Western New York’s longest-running sampling fundraisers continues to be a regional favorite, celebrating more than twenty years on the scene. The event will feature more than sixty wine, food, craft beer, and specialty games and vendors, as well as a variety of baskets and silent auctions. Tickets go on sale June 1.

Mother's Day Brunch On Sale Date
2017-04-01 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Tickets for Mothers Day Brunch are on sale now! https://buffalovefest2017.eventbrite.com

BUFFALOVEFEST On Sale Date
2017-04-01 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Tickets for BuffaLoveFest are now on sale! https://buffalovefest2017.eventbrite.com

Breakfast With The Easter Bunny
2017-04-09 09:00 - 12:30, 2017-04-15 09:00 - 12:30 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Join us for a wonderful breakfast with the Easter Bunny! Two seatings will be held each day from 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Due to limited seating, pre-paid, non-refundable tickets are required. Ticket prices for non-member are $17 adults and $14 for children. Members prices are $12 for adults and $9 for children. Children 23 months and younger are free. Get your tickets here: http://bit.ly/2lWpKwq

Ape-ril Celebration
2017-04-23 11:00 - 15:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
The month of April is dedicated to our gorillas and all of our primates here at the Buffalo Zoo! On April 8 we will celebrate our gorilla troop with our annual gorilla conservation fundraiser. On April 23 come learn about our other amazing primates including our snow monkeys, lemurs, squirrel monkeys and more!
Day’s Schedule:
10:30: HOWLER/ SQUIRREL MONKEY ENRICHMENT (INSIDE RAINFOREST)
11:00: JAPANESE MACAQUE KEEPER TALK
12:00: FEEDING (VANISHING SOUTH ANIMALS)
12:30: LEMUR TRAINING AND KEEPER TALK
1:30: TAMARIN KEEPER TALK (ECO STATION)
2:30: JAPANESE MACAQUE TRAINING DEMO
3:00: SQUIRREL MONKEY KEEPER TALK (INSIDE RAINFOREST)

Mother's Day Brunch
2017-05-14 09:30 - 13:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Treat mom to a special catered brunch on Mother’s Day! There will be seatings from 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Due to limited seating, pre-paid, non-refundable tickets are required. Get your tickets here: https://mothersdaybuffalozoo2017.eventbrite.com

Sea lion and Otter Day
2017-05-21 11:00 - 15:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Celebrate our sea lions and otters in the month of May. Come learn more about these fascinating aquatic animals and enjoy animal themed activities, keeper talks and more.

BuffaLoveFest
2017-05-26 17:30 - 21:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
Featuring all things Buffalo, BuffaLoveFest features over 20 food trucks, local beers and wine, and a variety of Buffalo-centric vendors including local artisans, t-shirt printers, jewelers, and more. Get your tickets here: https://buffalovefest2017.eventbrite.com

Zumbathon
2017-06-04 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
On Sunday, June 4th, six local Zumba instructors will be hosting a Zumbathon charity event – “Rockin’ for Reptiles” in the Buffalo Zoo’s CRC from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
This year’s Zumbathon proceeds are earmarked to benefit the Zoo’s Amphibian and Reptile Campaign (A.R.C.). Funds will be used to help update the Zoo’s historic Reptile House.
Tickets for the Zumbathon® cost $20. Activities include a basket raffle, 50/50 split, healthy refreshments, animal-themed and ZUMBA shopping, and, of course, two hours of Zumba® fitness dancing with six licensed instructors. No experience is needed to attend. All participants must sign a participation waiver. Ticket includes Zoo admission.
Our generous participating Zumba® instructors are Janis Graham Figueroa, Julie Francis, Mary Gibbons, Karen Mahoney, Lisa Manchester, and Susan Natali.
For more information or to purchase tickets or “Rockin’ for Reptiles” tee shirts, please call event co-coordinator, Terrie Kelly, at (716) 903-1749 or email terrie.kelly@nullverizon.net.
It’ll be a wild workout we hope to see you there!

Catillion
2017-06-09 17:00 - 23:30 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States

African Hoofstock Day
2017-06-18 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Buffalo Zoo, 300 Parkside Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14214, United States
In June we will highlight our African hoofstock animals. Come to the Zoo on June 18 to learn more about our zebra, addax, gemsbok and more. Enjoy watching animal enrichment, keeper talks, and special animal themed crafts.

Storytime at the Buffalo Zoo
2017-06-19 11:00 - 12:00, 2017-07-09 11:00 - 12:00 (Asia/Karachi) | NY
Join us on Gazebo Lawn every Sunday in July and August for Story Hour at the Zoo! We will have special guest readers, visits with animal ambassadors, arts and crafts and a special treat from Perry’s ice cream. Story Hour at the Zoo is sponsored by Perry’s Ice cream.

World Giraffe Day
2017-06-21 11:00 - 13:00 (Asia/Karachi) | NY
We will be celebrating everything giraffe here at the Buffalo Zoo. There will be keeper talks, special enrichment, crafts, activities and more.

Party for the Planet at the Buffalo Zoo
2017-06-24 10:00 - 15:00 (Asia/Karachi) | NY
Come to the Zoo on June 24 to enjoy Earth-friendly demonstrations, children activities, and displays from community organizations. The event runs from 10:00 am – 3:00 p.m. and is free with Zoo admission.

Party for the Planet
2017-06-24 10:00 - 15:00 (Asia/Karachi) | NY
Sponsored by WNY Earth Day Family Expo Committee and the Buffalo Zoo. This event features environmental groups setting up displays designed to inform children and families about appreciating and taking care of our Earth. Each child will receive an “Environmental Scavenger Hunt” sheet free with admission to the Zoo. The day also features Mama Earth’s Kitchen Band where children are encouraged to help make music on recycled and world instruments. Mama Earth believes the Earth is our Kitchen ..we must take care of it and keep it clean so all creatures can have a healthy life!

Members Only Appreciation Nights
2017-06-26 18:00 - 21:00, 2017-06-28 18:00 - 21:00 (Asia/Karachi) | NY
Our way of saying thank you to our loyal members. Buffalo Zoo members can enjoy an evening at the Zoo with free parking, free train and carousel rides, entertainment, a light snack, and of course the animals. Special animal presentations and keeper talks will also be featured.

Members Only Appreciation Night
2017-06-27 18:00 - 21:00 (Asia/Karachi) | NY

Zoo Keeper Day
2017-07-08 08:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Karachi) | NY
Join us as we celebrate our amazing Zoo Keepers on July 8. We will have arts and crafts, keeper talks, a Q&A session and a meet and greet with some fun stories about being a Zoo Keeper.

Tops Bonus Card Weekend
2017-07-15 10:00 - 2017-07-16 17:00 (America/Halifax) | NY
It’s time for the Buffalo Zoo’s annual Tops Friendly Markets Bonus Card Weekend! Visitors who bring their Tops Bonus Plus Card to the Zoo during this special promotion will receive one FREE child’s admission with each PAID adult admission.
