Upcoming "special events" events

Animal activities

September 4, 2018 - 09:45am to May 27, 2019 - 03:00pm

Every day, visitors can watch the zoo's most popular residents interact with the people that care for them. Daily activities 9:45 a.m. Mountain goat talk 10:45 a.m. Species Conservation Lab talk in the Nature Exploration Station 11:00 a.m...

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Party for the Planet

April 27, 2019 - 09:30am to 03:00pm

Celebrate wildlife everywhere with a party for the planet...

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Safe Kids Day

May 4, 2019 - 09:30am

Join us for fun and educational activities on Safe Kids Day the first Saturday in May...

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Mother’s Day Brunch

May 12, 2019 - 09:00am to 01:00pm

Treat mom to a special brunch at the zoo...

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Endangered Species Day

May 18, 2019 - 09:30am to 04:00pm

Learn about the importance of protecting endangered species and everyday actions we can take to help them survive...

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Zoo Brew

June 7, 2019 - 06:30pm to 09:30pm

Kick off your summer with more than 40 of Portland's best breweries and cider houses, plus live music, keeper chats, and wildlife at the zoo! Three ticket options are available: Early entry $49.95 (5:30 pm entry) General admission $39.95 Non-drinking $24.95 Each early ent...