Santa Claus Returns to the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens
El Paso Zoo - Dec 19, 2025
As part of the WinterFest season and ahead of his visit around the world, Santa Claus is making a special visit to the El Paso Zoo from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, December 20 and Sunday, December 21.
2025.12.19 NEWS RELEASE Santa Claus to Visit the El Paso Zoo
City of El Paso Partners to Host Day at the Zoo
El Paso Zoo - Oct 30, 2025
The City of El Paso, in partnership with the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, invites the dependents of deployed service members to enjoy a special Hidden Helpers Day at the El Paso Zoo.
2025.10.30 MEDIA ADVISORY City of El Paso Partners to Host Day At The Zoo
Boo at the Zoo Returns with Spooky Fun at the El Paso Zoo & Botanical Gardens
El Paso Zoo - Oct 23, 2025
The El Paso Zoo & Botanical Gardens invites the community to celebrate its beloved fall tradition, Boo at the Zoo, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, and Sunday, October 26.
El Paso Zoo & Botanical Gardens to Host Brew at the Zoo
El Paso Zoo - Sep 30, 2025
The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is brewing an afterhours celebration for adults called Brew at the Zoo from 7 p.m. to midnight Saturday, October 18, 2025.
El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens to Host Chihuahuan Desert Fiesta
El Paso Zoo - Sep 12, 2025
The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens, in partnership with the Chihuahuan Desert Education Coalition, is hosting the 21st annual Chihuahuan Desert Fiesta at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 27.
2025.09.12 NEWS RELEASE El Paso Zoo Hosts Chihuahuan Desert Fiesta
El Paso Zoo’s Lion Hodari Undergoes Successful MRI at Providence Memorial
El Paso Zoo - Aug 21, 2025
Hodari, the seven-year-old, nearly 500-pound African male lion at the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens, is recovering comfortably after receiving advanced medical care to help diagnose a suspected spinal condition.
2025.08.21 NEWS RELEASE Zoo Lion Receives MRI
El Paso Zoo Mourns the Loss of Beloved Giraffe, Juma
El Paso Zoo - Jul 15, 2025
The El Paso Zoo is heartbroken to share the passing of its elderly Reticulated Giraffe, Juma, who was humanely euthanized on Monday due to a sudden and irreversible decline in his quality of life.
2025.07.15 NEWS RELEASE El Paso Zoo Mourns the Loss of Beloved Giraffe Juma 1
El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens Hosts Reptilia: A Family-Friendly Celebration of Snakes
El Paso Zoo - Jul 14, 2025
The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens invites the community to discover the fascinating world of snakes during Reptilia: Celebration of Snakes on Saturday, July 26.
2025.07.14 NEWS RELEASE Zoo Hosts Reptilia A Family Friendly Celebration of Snakes
El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens Welcomes Spring Babies
El Paso Zoo - Jun 2, 2025
The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is excited to welcome a new group of spring babies born this spring.
2025.06.03 NEWS RELEASE El Paso Zoo Welcomes New Spring Babies
El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens Invites Community to Bug Fest 2025
El Paso Zoo - May 12, 2025
The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens invites the community to celebrate the world of insects at Bug Fest from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18.