Phoenix Zoo

09/30/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎊

To celebrate, we are highlighting some very cool animals that originate from Latin America. Today, Senior Relief Keeper Leslie introduces us to the only bear species that is native to South America!

If you would like to learn more about Auggie and Andean bears (oso andino), check out our blog, which includes a Spanish translation graciously provided by Leslie.

📰: https://www.phoenixzoo.org/blog/uncategorized/celebrating-hispanic-heritage-month-the-phoenix-zoos-andean-bear/

09/29/2026

It's K'ehleyr's birthday! 🎉

The old squirrel monkey troop enjoyed her fairy garden-themed party for her 19th birthday! You can see K'ehleyr and the rest of the Star Trek troop on the Children's Trail.

09/28/2026

09/26/2026

Dinosaurs in the Desert 🤝 Huss Brewing 🍻

We are excited to announce our next collaboration with Huss Brewing Company in the Brewer's Extinction Series: the Dilophosaurus IPA. The Dilophosaurus IPA is available for purchase at the Phoenix Zoo while supplies last. Get yours today before it goes extinct!

09/26/2026

The dinos are ready for you! 🦕

Join us tomorrow, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., for the opening day celebration of Dinosaurs in the Desert featuring tons of fun activities, entertainment and dino experiences! Dinosaurs in the Desert is included with general admission or membership.

Can't make it tomorrow? No worries! Dinosaurs in the Desert will be here through April 30, 2027.

09/25/2026

B**r. Wh***ey. Games. Music. Dinos. What more could you ask for?

Come out for Roars & Pours next week, October 1, from 5:30 -8:30 p.m. 🍻 Tickets are only $13 per person (must be 21+)!

Featuring samples from Catalyst Crafted Ales, Front Pourch Brewing, The Perch Brewery, Outlaw Distillery and Tombstone Brewing!

Get your tickets today: https://www.phoenixzoo.org/events/roars-pours-october/

09/25/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎊

To celebrate, we are highlighting some very cool animals that originate from Latin America. Today, Senior Relief Keeper Leslie introduces us to the loudest mammal in the Americas!

If you would like to learn more about howler monkeys, check out our blog, which includes a Spanish translation graciously provided by Leslie.

📰: https://www.phoenixzoo.org/blog/uncategorized/celebrating-hispanic-heritage-month-the-phoenix-zoos-howler-monkeys/

09/23/2026

🚨 Spooky Safari tickets are on sale NOW! 🚨

Your favorite haunt of the spooky season is back with three spook-tacular nights. Join us for evenings filled with trick-or-treating, face painting, an hourly costume parade and bewitching activities that will make you howl with delight.

📆: October 28, 29 & 30
🕞: 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
🎟️: https://www.phoenixzoo.org/events/spooky-safari/