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Celebrate National Zoo and Aquarium Month at the Baton Rouge Zoo

Celebrate National Zoo and Aquarium Month at the Baton Rouge Zoo

June 06, 2023
June is National Zoo and Aquarium Month, celebrated annually to honor the role that zoos and aquariums play in the conservation and research of animal and fish species. Facilities like the Baton Rouge Zoo are part of a larger effort to save extraordinary species and ultimately to keep the planet's ecosystem functioning. View Details
BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo to Host Guest Appreciation Weekend

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo to Host Guest Appreciation Weekend

May 19, 2023
BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo will be hosting Guest Appreciation Weekend on June 3rd and 4th to thank our community for their support. During these dates, the Zoo will be offering "Buy One, Get One" pricing (plus tax) on admission for all guests. View Details
Visit BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo Newest Attraction - Sapo Springs!

Visit BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo Newest Attraction - Sapo Springs!

May 18, 2023
Our Pygmy Hippos have a HIP new home that features amazing underwater views of these magnificent creatures. Make plans to bring the family out and spend some time getting up close & personal with Ginger and Spencer -- our favorite pygmy hippos. View Details
BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo to Host Private Dreamnight Event

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo to Host Private Dreamnight Event

May 15, 2023
BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo will host its 17th Annual Private “Dreamnight” event at the Zoo on Friday, June 2nd from 6pm-8pm. View Details
BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo to Host Zippity Zoo Fest - April 1st & 2nd

BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo to Host Zippity Zoo Fest - April 1st & 2nd

March 22, 2023
BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo will host Zippity Zoo Fest on Saturday, April 1st and Sunday, April 2nd. This spring event celebrates the Zoo’s Birthday and is the kickoff of Springtime at the Zoo. This year, the Zoo will be turning 53 years old. View Details
Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Hosts Wild Wine Walk April 21st

Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Hosts Wild Wine Walk April 21st

March 20, 2023
The Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation is set to host its 3rd Annual Wild Wine Walk at the Zoo on April 21st from 5pm-7:30pm. Tickets went on sale to the public today. All proceeds benefit the Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation, the non-profit supporter of BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo. View Details
BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo Contributes to Turtle and Tortoise Study

BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo Contributes to Turtle and Tortoise Study

June 30, 2022
Even though humans live longer lives compared to their historical counterparts, we cannot escape the inevitability of aging. View Details
Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Hosts Dreamnight 2022

Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Hosts Dreamnight 2022

May 12, 2022
A private, invitation-only event for children impacted by pediatric cancer and their families. View Details
The Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Hosts 2nd Annual Wild Wine Walk at the Zoo on May 20th

The Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Hosts 2nd Annual Wild Wine Walk at the Zoo on May 20th

April 05, 2022
The Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation Hosts 2nd Annual Wild Wine Walk at the Zoo on May 20th View Details