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Mongoose Lemur Baby
The Mongoose Lemur baby born on March 30th is on exhibit with mom and dad.
> Lemur baby details on Zoo Blog

New Roadrunner
See the newest bird species near the White-faced Owls
> Roadrunner details on Zoo blog 

River Otters Back on Exhibit
See the otters in their newly renovated exhibit!
> River otter details on Zoo blog 

 

Zoo News & Events

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Get Fit at the Zoo!
Workout Wednesdays start May 23rd and will provide you with an intense one-hour workout with coaches from Midtown Strength and Conditioning.
> Read the full blog     

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Kindergarten and First Grade Summer Camps!    Now Open
Does your kindergartner or 1st grader want to know what a Lemur eats for lunch and if a Camel is a mammal? Sign up for summer camp classes!
> Summer Camps & Classes information 

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Swingin' Safari Golf Tournament       May 21: 11:30 am
Come out swinging at the 11th annual Golf Tournament at El Macero County Club. It's a great time of golf, food, prizes and the wildest putting contest around!
> Information and registration

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Workout Wednesdays      Wednesdays, May 23 - July 25: 9 to 10 am
Get fit at the Zoo with a one-hour intense workout designed for all levels and abilities.  Midtown Strength and Conditioning help you get the most out of your training.
> More information and registration details

Stuffed Animal Veterinary Clinic, AAZK Fundraiser     May 26: 10 am to 4 pm
Is your stuffed animal feeling under the weather? Get a diagnosis by a Stuffed Animal Vet for $3. Stuffed animals will be also available for adoption for $1.
> More information

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Sacramento Zoo Member Evening       June 7: 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Free evening at the Zoo just for Members! Roam the Zoo after hours and meet the zoo keepers. No RSVP required, just show your membership card at the front entrance.
> More information

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World Oceans Day     June 8: 9 am to 4 pm
Join the worldwide celebration of the oceans' wide array of wonders and resources, and find out how to help! Includes activities, booths and a ocean-themed story time. 
Included with Zoo admission

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Twilight Thursdays      June 14, 21, 28: 5:30 to 8 pm
Spend the summer nights with hot cars, live music, cool drinks and good food. The Zoo is open late until 8 pm!
> Included with Zoo admission

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King of Feasts Food & Wine Luau       June 23: 6 to 9 pm
Enjoy aloha-flavor while you stroll through the Zoo while tasting gourmet food from local restaurants, fine wines, beers and spirits. Zoo closes at 1:30 pm.
> Tickets on sale now!

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Twilight Thursdays      July 5, 12, 19, 26: 5:30 to 8 pm
Spend the summer nights with hot cars, live music, cool drinks and good food. The Zoo is open late until 8 pm!
> Included with Zoo admission

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Estate Planning Safari July 10: 5:30 to 7 pm
Local attorney and estate planning specialist Mark S. Drobny will help you navigate through a jungle of topics in this free, informative seminar.
> Estate Planning information and RSVP

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Wells Fargo Wednesdays     July 11, 18, 25: 9 am to 4 pm
Thanks to Wells Fargo, up to four kids, ages 2-11 will be admitted for free with a paid adult on Wells Fargo Wednesdays! Free train and carousel rides will supplies last.
Up to four kids ages 2-11 free with a paid adult

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Birthday Cake & Ice Cream Safari July 28: 4 to 8 pm
Celebrate our 85th birthday with all-you-can-eat Baskin Robbins ice cream and Coca-Cola drinks. It's a brain-freezing good time! Zoo closes at 1:30 pm.
> Tickets on sale now!

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Give Your Ride
Donate your car, truck, boat or RV to benefit the Sacramento Zoo! The towing is free and the donation is tax deductible. Call 1-866-570-7318 to donate.
> Vehicle donation information

 

 

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Who we are!

Open since 1927, the Sacramento Zoo is home to over 140 native, rare and endangered species and is one of over 200 accredited institutions of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.  The Zoo is wholly managed by the nonprofit Sacramento Zoological Society and inspires conservation awareness through education and recreation.

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