Together for wildlife
The Oregon Zoo connects our community to the wonder of wildlife to create a better future for all. We are a hub for science, conservation, education and animal well-being delivering the highest quality of care.
Keeper talks and animal activities
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Keeper talks and animal activities
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Talks, activities or encounters are subject to cancellation on short notice. Thank you for your understanding.
ZooBrew
June 6 to 7, 6 to 9:30 p.m.ZooBrew is back! This 21+ festival features more than 50 breweries and cideries, along with food carts, lawn games and live music.
ZooNights
June 20 to Aug. 22, 5 to 9 p.m.Celebrate summer evenings at the zoo with live music, food carts, keeper chats and activities for all ages.
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Zoo news
Rescued cougar cubs are venturing out
A pair of orphaned cougar cubs, rescued and brought to the zoo by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife staff in November, have begun exploring their outdoor habitat.April 17, 2025
Zoo seeks pika watchers for summer season
The Oregon Zoo is recruiting volunteers for Cascades Pika Watch.April 15, 2025
Zoo convenes action for imperiled elephants
Sabah government representatives joined conservation NGOs, local communities, palm oil producers, and tourism operators this week in the fight to save the world’s smallest elephants from extinction.April 11, 2025
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A visit to the zoo is just the beginning. Contributing your knowledge, experience and gifts enhances the zoo for both animals and visitors, and being part of the zoo community enriches your own life.
