Together for wildlife
The Oregon Zoo connects our community to the wonder of wildlife to create a better future for all. We are a hub for science, conservation, education and animal well-being delivering the highest quality of care.
Keeper talks and animal activities
Explore what's happening todayUpcoming events
Squishing of the Squash
Oct. 17, 1 to 2 p.m.Join us for the annual Squishing of the Squash, where the Oregon Zoo's Asian elephant family demolishes some of the area’s largest pumpkins.
BrewLights
Nov. 13 to 14, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.Enjoy the twinkling magical wonderland of ZooLights—without any kids!
ZooLights
Nov. 20, 2026 to Jan. 3, 2027Enjoy dazzling wildlife-inspired light displays and familiar favorites.
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Zoo news
A dozen fluffy condor chicks prepare for takeoff
Young condors are going from fluff to feathers at Oregon Zoo’s offsite wildlife centerSeptember 14, 2026
A song worth saving: helping ultra-rare Bali mynas
The striking snow-white songbird just moved in at the zoo’s Vollum Aviary.September 8, 2026
Tula-Tu is first on West Coast to get EEHV vaccine
Tula-Tu, the young Asian elephant calf at the Oregon Zoo, has become the first elephant on the West Coast to receive a vaccine for EEHV.August 31, 2026
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A visit to the zoo is just the beginning. Contributing your knowledge, experience and gifts enhances the zoo for both animals and visitors, and being part of the zoo community enriches your own life.
