Gigi Allianic

Senior Public Relations & Communications Manager

Meghan Sawyer

Public Relations Coordinator

February 19, 2019
Zoo will honor local leaders and kick off Living Northwest Initiative fundraising at Thrive Wildlife Heroes event

February 15, 2019
Learn how to prune roses at Woodland Park Zoo’s Rose Garden

February 12, 2019
Woodland Park Zoo is closed today

February 11, 2019
Woodland Park Zoo is closed today

February 10, 2019
Delayed opening: Woodland Park Zoo to open at 11:00 a.m. today

February 9, 2019
Woodland Park Zoo is closed today

February 8, 2019
Woodland Park Zoo will close at 2:00 p.m. today

February 6, 2019
The way to an otter’s heart: fish pops!A sneak peek of Valentine’s Day at Woodland Park Zoo

February 6, 2019
Delayed opening: Woodland Park Zoo to open at 11:00 a.m. today

January 24, 2019
Animals celebrate Valentine’s Day the wild way on February 9

January 7, 2019
Meet Ecki, the zoo’s newest tree kangaroo! Endangered tree kangaroo joey emerging from mother’s pouch

December 27, 2018
Red Pandas Safely Returned To Exhibit After Alert Animal Keeper Observes Them Outside Enclosure

December 13, 2018
Zoo rescues venomous reptiles from estate of local woman and 250 confiscated tarantula spiderlings from wildlife agency

December 7, 2018
Zoo announces first artist for ZooTunes concert

December 5, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo 2019 Calendar of Events

November 30, 2018
Zoo’s Draft Annual Plan for 2019 available for public review and comment

November 28, 2018
Calling all wizards and witches! Night of Magical Creatures coming to Woodland Park Zoo’s WildLights

November 27, 2018
Wreaths, trees, treats and joy for the animals. Winter Celebration at Woodland Park Zoo is Dec. 15–17, 20–22

November 19, 2018
Earn a master’s degree the wild way. Zoo hosts information sessions on its Advanced Inquiry Program

November 16, 2018
Press preview Nov. 20: WildLights presented by Sound Credit Union

November 14, 2018
Press preview of red panda cubs. Twin sisters to make public debut on November 23.

November 8, 2018
Rhinos Taj and Glenn turn 2 years old over Veterans Day weekend and will celebrate with an early birthday cake!

November 5, 2018
Firefox connects voters to zoo’s red panda on Election Day. Popular browser to live stream the joys of red pandas from exhibit

November 5, 2018
Zoo’s oldest gorilla passes away at 50 years old. Geriatric male was the “gentleman of gorillas”

November 1, 2018
Turkey Toss on Nov. 17: a feast for the animals, large and small

October 31, 2018
Zoo honors U.S. military and veterans with free zoo admission on Veterans Day, Sunday, November 11

October 30, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo and Levy to enlighten dining and hospitality across the historic institution through new partnership

October 24, 2018
PRESS ADVISORY: Seattle Aquarium and Woodland Park Zoo Endorse I-1631

October 23, 2018
Seattle’s wildest holiday lights festival returns

October 22, 2018
Hippos and sloth bear cubs kick off Pumpkin Bash presented by CLIF Kid.Weekend event celebrates Halloween at the zoo

October 19, 2018
Pumpkins and pandas! Twin red panda cubs turn 4 months old today!

October 10, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo to use drone technology, GPS and machine learning to help save endangered tree kangaroos. National Geographic Society grant will support ongoing field research

October 4, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo to design program for individuals with disabilities. IMLS grant to fund new Volunteer Inclusion Program

October 3, 2018
Three Northwest zoos and aquariums honored with national award for empathy for animals program

September 28, 2018
Treats and fun abound for little goblins, ghosts and animals at weekend Pumpkin Bash presented by CLIF Kid

September 27, 2018
Your Next Cup of Coffee Could Help Protect Tree Kangaroos and Fight Climate Change.

September 25, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo submits 10,000+ public comments in support of the Endangered Species Act. Proposed changes would prompt unprecedented attacks to the nation’s landmark conservation policy

September 21, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo’s 2018–19 fall and winter programs

September 17, 2018
Press Conference at Woodland Park Zoo on Sept. 19. Endangered Species Act faces unprecedented attacks. Rep. Pramila Jayapal to speak

September 14, 2018
Regional zoos partner on translocation of mountain goats, provide homes for goat kids without known mothers

September 13, 2018
Cuteness for the week: red panda cubs begin stepping outside of den

August 31, 2018
Community helps name zoo’s red panda cubs. Meet Zeya and her twin sister, Ila!

August 31, 2018
Sip suds and save wildlife at Brew at the Zoo! Zoo hosts after-hours beer and cider tasting event

August 29, 2018
What’s New at Woodland Park Zoo’s Gorilla Exhibits? Vip is back and Yola prepares to meet the new silverback!

August 20, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo’s red panda cub needs a name. Poll kicks off to name one of the adorable twin sisters

August 18, 2018
Giraffe Lulu: Seattle’s tallest toddler heading to new home. Only a few weeks left to see Lulu

August 17, 2018
Zoo introduces new low-cost ticket and membership pass. Expanded program represents ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion

August 16, 2018
Poop-ular Fall Fecal Fest kicks off August 21. New rhinos Glenn and Taj join as contributors to Zoo Doo

August 15, 2018
New gorilla to join Yola and family. Male gorilla will step into critical leading role left vacant by death of Leo

August 13, 2018
Get up close and personal with zoo's ambassador animals Woodland Park Zoo and Amazon bring free events to South Lake Union

August 6, 2018
Endangered turtles being released to the wild August 10. Local population continues to thrive under 27-year recovery project

July 30, 2018
Zoo for All: Honoring Those Who Serve

July 30, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo joins Amazon at South Lake Union for Where the Wild Things Live

July 26, 2018
Cute alert: red panda cubs have opened their eyes! Five-week-old cubs have another wellness exam

July 20, 2018
Wild Asia: Asian Wildlife Conservation Day pays tribute to zoo’s Asian animals and conservation projects abroad

July 19, 2018
Rare Oregon silverspot butterfly caterpillars reintroduced to Saddle Mountain

July 19, 2018
Sip wine and save animals at Woodland Park Zoo’s Tasting Flight wine event

July 18, 2018
Zoo for All: Honoring Those Who Serve

July 17, 2018
“Wander into the Wild” Jungle Party 2018 raises more than $2 million thanks to generous community support

July 13, 2018
Red panda cubs receive another neonatal exam

July 12, 2018
Technology brings guests closer than ever to Woodland Park Zoo’s animals

July 9, 2018
Zoo and biologists get turtles ready for release to the wild

July 3, 2018
ZooCorps teens host Climate Action for All on July 19

July 2, 2018
Celebrate inclusion at Zoo for All event July 5

June 26, 2018
Zoo’s Historic Carousel turns 100!
Community invited to evening celebration on June 28

June 25, 2018
Aww…zoo celebrates birth of red panda twins

June 21, 2018
New baby mountain goat makes public debut - Kid gets a name!

June 20, 2018
Happy 1st birthday to Seattle’s tallest baby: giraffe Lulu! Lovable Lulu heads for a new home in the fall

June 19, 2018
Zoo closes early on July 13 for Jungle Party fundraiser

June 18, 2018
There’s a new kid on the zoo’s boardwalk: a mountain goat is born! First birth of mountain goat at the zoo in 23 years

June 11, 2018
Zoo animals celebrate Red, White & Zoo the wild way

June 8, 2018
Meet Papú, a new burrowing owl chick and smallest ambassador animal trainee

June 6, 2018
Zoo celebrates inclusion with new accessible Zoo for All events

June 5, 2018
Zoo’s Historic Carousel celebrates a milestone: 100th birthday celebration June 28

May 31, 2018
Grizzly bears find their way to a “backyard picnic” full of goodies. Learn how to be “bear smart” at Bear Affair: Living Northwest Conservation Day presented by Brown Bear Car Wash

May 28, 2018
Pike Place Fish Market returns to toss salmon to bears. Salmon toss kicks off Bear Affair: Living Northwest Conservation Day presented by Brown Bear Car Wash

May 23, 2018
Tickets are on sale for Woodland Park Zoo’s Tasting Flight wine event

May 17, 2018
A royal hatching at the zoo: a princess parrot

May 16, 2018
Grizzlies sniff their way to a backyard picnic, uh-oh!Bear Affair: Living Northwest Conservation Day presented by Brown Bear Car Wash raises wareness about native carnivores and other wildlife

May 15, 2018
NEW Evening Zoo begins June 21.Six nights of after hours at the zoo!

May 11, 2018
Molbak’s Butterfly Garden returns.Seasonal exhibit reopens May 25

May 4, 2018
New Assam Rhino Reserve opening day May 5! Special exhibition puts spotlight on global and local wildlife trafficking

April 27, 2018
Mom & Me at the Zoo celebrates moms with half-price admission

April 25, 2018
Summer happenings and programs at Woodland Park Zoo

April 24, 2018
Help save rhinos! Zoo keepers from Puget Sound Chapter of AAZK host fundraising bowl-a-thon for rhinos

April 20, 2018
Zoo steps up its commitment to saving wildlife by eliminating single-use plastic bottles on grounds . Zoo’s conservation movement continues in a stand for oceans and wildlife

April 19, 2018
Learn to coexist with Pacific Northwest carnivores

April 18, 2018
New Assam Rhino Reserve opens May 5—look out for rhinos!Special exhibition puts spotlight on global and local wildlife trafficking

April 17, 2018
Press sneak peek: “National Geographic Photo Ark” exhibition

April 16, 2018
Zoo announces full ZooTunes lineup BECU ZooTunes presented by Carter Subaru online ticket sales for added shows begin April 20

April 13, 2018
First snow leopard cubs caught on camera in reserve Hunting area-turned sanctuary is working

April 10, 2018
“National Geographic Photo Ark” exhibition opens April 20 at Woodland Park Zoo

April 9, 2018
First rhino arrives safely at the zoo — meet Taj! —Assam Rhino Reserve opens May 5, 2018

April 4, 2018
Spring Safari: African Wildlife Conservation Day pays tribute to zoo’s African animals and conservation projects abroad

April 2, 2018
Additional concerts announced for ZooTunes lineup. BECU ZooTunes presented by Carter Subaru online ticket sales for added shows begin April 6

March 30, 2018
Zoo mourns the sudden passing of gorilla Leo. Deceased gorilla was surrogate father of baby Yola

March 28, 2018
It’s hatching season for penguins at the zoo

March 26, 2018
Sloth bear cubs take their first steps outdoors

March 23, 2018
Screamer chicks go wild! New hatchlings signal spring has arrived

March 19, 2018
Additional concerts announced for ZooTunes lineup. BECU ZooTunes presented by Carter Subaru online ticket sales for added shows begin March 23

March 13, 2018
Poop-ular Fecal Fest kicks off March 17

March 7, 2018
Zoo hosts Bunny Bounce on March 31.A day of egg hunts for kids and Easter treats for animals

March 6, 2018
”National Geographic Photo Ark” exhibition opens April 20 at Woodland Park Zoo. Outdoor exhibition showcases photographer Joel Sartore’s work to document every species in zoos, aquariums and animal rescue centers.

March 5, 2018
First five concerts for ZooTunes lineup announced. BECU ZooTunes presented by Carter Subaru online ticket sales begin March 9

February 28, 2018
Zoo honors local and international heroes with conservation awards. Local high school student and Microsoft among recipients

February 23, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo welcomes new Vice President

February 23, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo shares update on sloth bear cubs

February 21, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo 2018 Calendar of Events

February 17, 2018
Zoo celebrates orangutan’s milestone 50th birthday. See photos from the birthday bash

February 15, 2018
First zoo-born twin orangutan celebrates milestone 50th birthday! Bash on February 17 pays tribute to Chinta and orangutans

February 14, 2018
Rose pruning demonstration at Rose Garden at Woodland Park Zoo

February 9, 2018
First zoo-born twin orangutan turning 50! Zoo throws birthday party on February 17 for Chinta

February 5, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo shares update on sloth bear cubs

February 2, 2018
First zoo-born twin orangutan celebrates milestone 50th birthday!

January 25, 2018
Animals celebrate Valentine’s Day the wild way on February 10

January 24, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo hosts lightning talk and networking event. Drink beer, save species, talk tech and conservation

January 23, 2018
How will you spend your summer break?Woodland Park Zoo offers camps for kids throughout the summer Registration begins Feb. 1

January 19, 2018
Become a citizen scientist for local “wetlands watch” program. Amphibians in region need your help. Training sessions begin February 10.

January 17, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo shares new footage of sloth bear cubs

January 2, 2018
Woodland Park Zoo gets a special holiday surprise. Sloth bear gives birth to two babies

December 7, 2017
Otters and penguins cheer on Sounders FC #DefendOurCup

December 6, 2017
Game on! Harlem Globetrotters take over WildLights

December 5, 2017
Galactic Lights: A WildLights Story. Zoo hosts Star Wars themed night at holiday lights festival

December 4, 2017
Holidoo, the all-natural gift that keeps on giving. Zoo offers seasonal blend of poop-ular Zoo Doo compost during the holidays

December 1, 2017
Lots of joy, wreaths and trees for the animals. Winter Celebration at Woodland Park Zoo is Dec. 16–18, 21–23

December 1, 2017
Zoo’s Draft Annual Plan for 2018 available for public review and comment

November 28, 2017
WildLights powers activate! Superheroes take over zoo’s holiday lights festival

November 22, 2017
Woodland Park Zoo provides free admission to WildLights to select partners through the Community Access Program

November 14, 2017
Media Preview: WildLights presented by Sound Credit Union

October 24, 2017
Hippos and otters get pumpkins to kick off Pumpkin Bash. Weekend event celebrates Halloween at the zoo

October 24, 2017
Network for Nature launches at Woodland Park Zoo. Young professionals to drive conservation efforts

October 17, 2017
Zoo brings in UW Medicine/Husky football physician to help injured gorilla. Local medical specialists team up with zoo

October 12, 2017
Rhinos coming to the zoo in 2018. New Assam Rhino Reserve to spotlight wildlife traffickingand the turtle extinction crisis

October 4, 2017
Come to Pumpkin Bash, it’s a Zoowide Smash. Zoo hosts weekend-long Halloween celebration

September 27, 2017
Woodland Park Zoo hosts Strawless in Seattle wrap party

September 21, 2017
New IMLS grant to fund Coexisting With Carnivores project. Funding will provide more carnivore ecology education to help prevent human-carnivore conflict in Issaquah

September 15, 2017
Sneak peek of zoo’s 2½-month-old snow leopard cub. Cub introductions to outdoor exhibit begin September 19

September 6, 2017
Hop to Brew at the Zoo for an un-beer-lievably good time

August 24, 2017
Last Chance: Visit Molbak’s Butterfly Garden. Seasonal exhibit open through September 4

August 23, 2017
Meet new orangutan of the forest, Godek. The red ape marks the zoo’s first new orangutan since 1989

August 22, 2017
The snow leopard cub has a name! Woodland Park Zoo announces winning name for snow leopard cub

August 18, 2017
New video of snow leopard cub. Two days left to vote on a name for new cub

August 17, 2017
Poop-ular fall Fecal Fest kicks off August 21.Zoo announces new look and “flavor” to traditional Zoo Doo

August 16, 2017
Zoo welcomes new male pudu

August 10, 2017
New grant to fund Seattle Youth Climate Action Network. IMLS funds zoo public-private partnership

August 9, 2017
Native endangered turtles to be released to the wild Aug. 11.26 years of recovery help boost local population

August 4, 2017
Wild Asia: Asian Wildlife Conservation Day pays tribute to zoo’s Asian animals and conservation projects abroad

August 3, 2017
Oops, snow leopard cub is a boy, not a girl! Cub receives four-week veterinary exam

August 2, 2017
Web cam goes live for baby giraffe, Lulu!

August 1, 2017
Baby girl giraffe, Lulu, takes her first steps on the savanna

July 21, 2017
More new spots at the zoo: snow leopard gives birth to a single cub. 2-week-old cub is a girl!

July 20, 2017
The baby giraffe has a name! Woodland Park Zoo announces name of baby giraffe

July 18, 2017
Woodland Park Zoo’s 41st Annual Jungle Party. Event raises more than $1.5 million from generous community support

July 18, 2017
The trees are alive with the sound of siamangs. Zoo welcomes new female siamang.

July 17, 2017
Zoo loses red panda to health issues

July 14, 2017
Local medical team helps save the life of zoo gorilla. Gorilla undergoes successful surgery and follow-up

July 11, 2017
Introductions between baby giraffe and dad Dave begin

July 10, 2017
Zoo and biologists prepare endangered turtles for release to the wild. 26 years of recovery help boost local population

July 7, 2017
Zoo closes early on July 14 for Jungle Party fundraiser

June 29, 2017
Red panda celebrates birthday with 4th of July-themed treats! Animals show their patriotism with Red, White & Zoo July 1-2

June 28, 2017
Baby giraffe exploring outdoor corral

June 28, 2017
Woodland Park Zoo Achieves Humane Certification for Animal Welfare. American Humane Announces Certification through Worldwide American Humane Conservation Program for Zoos and Aquariums

June 21, 2017
Baby giraffe is a girl! Seattle’s tallest baby giraffe receives neonatal exam, birth pool contest winner announced

June 20, 2017
Seattle’s tallest baby has arrived! Giraffe gives birth today to her first baby

June 14, 2017
Zoo animals celebrate Red, White & Zoo the wild way

June 8, 2017
HOOT for the HOOD celebrates neighbors of Woodland Park Zoo

June 2, 2017
Watch curious grizzly bears crash a wedding reception! Become “bear smart” at Bear Affair: Living Northwest Conservation Day presented by Brown Bear Car Wash

May 30, 2017
World-famous Pike Place Fish Market to toss salmon to bears. Salmon toss kicks off Bear Affair: Living Northwest Conservation Day presented by Brown Bear Car Wash

May 25, 2017
Woodland Park Zoo’s Molbak’s Butterfly Garden returns along with new Microsoft Pollinator Patio. Both exhibits open May 27

May 24, 2017
NEW VIDEO: Birth watch underway for pregnant giraffe. Seattle’s tallest baby arriving soon!

May 24, 2017
Birth watch underway for pregnant giraffe. Seattle’s tallest baby arriving soon!

May 23, 2017
Zoo spotlights Egyptian tortoises on World Turtle Day. Tortoises, survivors of zoo fire, return to public exhibit

May 22, 2017
Bear Affair: Living Northwest Conservation Day presented by Brown Bear Car Wash raises backyard carnivore awareness.Grizzlies crash a wedding reception!

May 16, 2017
Woodland Park Zoo welcomes new Vice President

May 15, 2017
Woodland Park Zoo unveils new electric vehicle charging stations. New stations, supplied by ReachNow, latest in zoo sustainability mission

May 10, 2017
Tickets are on sale now for Woodland Park Zoo’s Tasting Flight Wine Event

May 5, 2017
Happy Hatchday, Blueberry! Zoo’s knobbed hornbill celebrates 20th hatchday this Sunday

May 3, 2017
Happy Bird Day! Celebrate all things birds with a guided early morning bird walk and fun activities at the zoo

May 1, 2017
When will Seattle’s tallest baby be born? Woodland Park Zoo holds giraffe baby pool contest

May 1, 2017
Zoo announces full ZooTunes lineup. BECU ZooTunes presented by Carter Subaru online ticket sales for added shows begin May 5

April 24, 2017
Zoo’s ambassador animals will stun the red carpet for new summer programs. Exclusive red carpet press preview

April 22, 2017
Zoo’s oldest gorilla recovering from dental procedure

April 21, 2017
Zoo’s oldest gorilla to undergo dental procedure. Geriatric male is the great-grandfather of baby gorilla Yola

April 21, 2017
Summer happenings at Woodland Park Zoo. Seasonal hours and admission fees

April 20, 2017
Mom & Me celebrates moms and launches new zoo history book. Half price admission for moms at Mom & Me

April 17, 2017
Additional concerts added to ZooTunes lineup.BECU ZooTunes presented by Carter Subaru

April 13, 2017
Woodland Park Zoo celebrates Earth Day

April 4, 2017
Zoo’s 60th penguin chick is named: meet Diamante

March 29, 2017
Meet the zoo’s 60th penguin chick.
Poll kicks off to name the milestone chick

March 25, 2017
Bunny Bounce: Egg hunts for kids and Easter treats for animals

March 24, 2017
Spring Safari: African Wildlife Conservation Day pays tribute to zoo’s African animals and conservation projects abroad

March 23, 2017
Pregnant giraffe Tufani eating for two. Woodland Park Zoo shares update with up-close video

March 15, 2017
Zoo veterinarians surgically remove bladder stone from lizard that weighs less than a pound

March 13, 2017
First three concerts for ZooTunes lineup announced

March 7, 2017
Two dwarf crocodiles, survivors of zoo fire, retire to Florida! St. Augustine Alligator Farm offers displaced animals a new home

March 4, 2017
New otter pups ready to make their big splash. Pups getting bolder and venturing outdoors

March 2, 2017
Poop-ular Fecal Fest kicks off March 6

March 2, 2017
Zoo honors local and international heroes with conservation awards. Seattle high school student receives award and scholarship

February 23, 2017
“Time for the Grizzly? Bringing Grizzly Bears Back to the North Cascades” Woodland Park Zoo hosts grizzly bear recovery event

February 22, 2017
Rose pruning demonstration at Rose Garden at Woodland Park Zoo

February 13, 2017
Woodland Park Zoo giraffe now expecting. Birth window is late spring to early summer

February 8, 2017
Heart-shaped fish pops made with love for otters and penguins

February 7, 2017
Geriatric ocelot euthanized at Woodland Park Zoo

February 3, 2017
New otter pups get their first veterinary exam. 2-month-old pups are healthy and thriving

January 30, 2017
Plant a tree and watch it grow. Seattle Youth CAN hosts tree planting event

January 27, 2017
“Cute-o-meter” is off the charts with new otter pups at the zoo. Four Asian small-clawed otters born in December

January 26, 2017
Life after zoo fire: new tree frog tadpoles and lizard and turtle eggs. Assessments continue for damaged building

January 25, 2017
Zoo animals celebrate Valentine’s Day the wild way on February 11

January 18, 2017
New high tech devices successfully attract wolverines for Northwest study on carnivores

January 17, 2017
How will you spend your summer break? Woodland Park Zoo offers camps for kids throughout the summer Registration begins Feb. 1

January 12, 2017
Pigs to be added to expanded raptor flight program this summer. Community helps zoo break another attendance record

January 5, 2017
Woodland Park Zoo welcomes two Vice Presidents