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For general zoo information please call 503-226-1561
Dates are subject to change. Information on classes and camps can
be found in our Education
Section.
Information on classes and events at all Metro facilities can be found on the Metro
Web site calendar.
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Last
CHANCE TO SEE THE DINOsaurs!
Exhibit open May 17 - September 1 | 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Explore an ancient rainforest and come face to face with gigantic animatronic dinosaurs, including Stegosaurus, Triceratops, T. Rex, and a dozen others. Interactive adventures include a fossil dig and more!
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SUMMER ON-GROUNDS PROGRAMS
Daily through September 1
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ZOOSNOOZE
Wed., Thurs., Fri. and Sat. nights |
Time: 5 p.m. – 9:30 a.m.
ZooSnooze
is your group’s chance to see the zoo in a whole
new light — moonlight! It’s a fun and educational
experience for your group of 15 – 75. See our
animals under the cloak of darkness — one of
their liveliest times. For registration information,
call 503-220-2781.
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Second TUESDAYS
September 9 | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Tour the zoo for the discounted price of $2 per person!
Children under 3 years of age will, as always, be admitted free of charge.
With support from Bank of America
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 SENIOR
SAFARI
Presented by Providence Health Plan
Tuesday, September 16 | Time: 9
a.m. - 3 p.m.
A special day of free admission and train rides for seniors and their companions (one companion per senior).
Refreshments, petting zoo, animal talks, live music and entertainment by seniors. For more information, call 503-226-1561.
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World Animal Festival
Saturday, September 27 through Sunday, October 5 | Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Learn about the world's cultures, dance to live music, listen to storytelling, make crafts and learn about the planet's amazing animals, including the charismatic bears from the Arctic.
This celebration is an exciting showcase of how various cultures around
the world revere and celebrate animals. Local cultural groups will present
animal folklore to zoo guests in a variety of ways, including performance
art, hands-on crafts, educational activities and art exhibits.
Free with zoo admission. For information, call 503-226-1561.
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