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El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens Partners with El Paso Comic Strip for a Night of Comedy and Conservation

El Paso Zoo - May 7, 2025

The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is teaming up with the El Paso Comic Strip for a special comedy fundraiser at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, May 25, at the Comic Strip, located at 1201 Airway.

2025.05.07 NEWS RELEASE El Paso Zoo Comedy Show Fundraiser


Hop Into Fun at the EggstravaganZoo at the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens

El Paso Zoo - Apr 14, 2025

The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens invites the community to have a hippity hoppity time on Easter weekend at the annual EggstravaganZoo happening from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 19 and 20.

2025.04.14 NEWS RELEASE EggstravaganZoo at the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens


El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens Launches “Close Encounters of the Wild Kind”

El Paso Zoo - Apr 9, 2025

The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is proud to introduce a first-of-its-kind experience: Close Encounters of the Wild Kind

2025.04.09 NEWS RELEASE El Paso Zoos New Close Encounter Experience


El Paso Zoo & Botanical Gardens Hosting a Party for the Planet

El Paso Zoo - Apr 8, 2025

The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is hosting a “Party for the Planet” by celebrating wildlife, conservation, and Earth Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 12.

2025.04.08 NEWS RELEASE El Paso Zoo Hosts Party for the Planet


El Paso Zoo Accreditation Denied; Zoo Plans to Appeal

El Paso Zoo - Mar 25, 2025

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) has denied accreditation to the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens following its routine five-year review. The Zoo plans to appeal the decision.

2025.03.25 NEWS RELEASE El Paso Zoo Botanical Gardens Plans to Appeal AZAs Decision


Visit the El Paso Zoo & Botanical Gardens During Spring Break

El Paso Zoo - Mar 9, 2025

Wildlife enthusiasts of all ages looking for a nature break are encouraged to visit the El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens to see new animal exhibits and take part in naming the baby giraffe, all while enjoying new spring and summer hours.

2025.03.09 NEWS RELEASE Visit the El Paso Zoo During Spring Break


El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens Welcomes Koi Fish

El Paso Zoo - Feb 18, 2025

The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is now home to a new group of koi fish, generously donated by Aceitunas Beer Garden, an iconic local bar in the Upper Valley.

2025.02.18 NEWS RELEASE El Paso Zoo Welcomes Communitys Koi Fish


El Paso Zoo & Botanical Gardens Mountain Lions to Predict Super Bowl Winner

El Paso Zoo - Feb 6, 2025

The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens invites you to join Franklin and Scout, the Zoo’s resident mountain lions, as they make their highly anticipated Super Bowl prediction!

2025.02.06 MEDIA ADVISORY Zoo Mountain Lions to Make Super Bowl Prediction


“Quit Bugging Me” Valentine’s Event Returns to the El Paso Zoo & Botanical Gardens

El Paso Zoo - Feb 4, 2025

The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens’ popular Valentine’s event, the global sensation “Quit Bugging Me,” is back!

2025.02.04 NEWS RELEASE Quit Buggin Me Valentines Day Event at the El Paso Zoo


El Paso Zoo & Botanical Gardens to Host Gender Reveal for Newborn Giraffe

El Paso Zoo - Feb 4, 2025

The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens invites members of the media to a special gender reveal celebration for its newest family member—a newborn giraffe.

2025.02.04 MEDIA ADVISORY El Paso Zoo Hosts Gender Reveal For Newborn Giraffe


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