BRONX, N.Y. — March 31, 2026 — The Bronx Zoo is in bloom for another enchanting season as new arrivals expand the park’s collection of more than 11,000 animals. Refreshed exhibits and attractions, too, will immerse guests in the sights and sounds of the season, making the sprawling nature oasis the ideal spring break destination for visitors of all ages. In addition to a new panther chameleon in Madagascar! and aardvark in Carter Giraffe Building, guests can visit the zoo&rs...

BRONX, N.Y. — March 18, 2026 — Calling all runners, walkers, and wildlife advocates: registration is now open for the Bronx Zoo’s 18th annual WCS Run for the Wild, to be held on Saturday, April 25 at the Bronx Zoo. This year’s WCS Run for the Wild is dedicated to the Endangered red panda and will support the WCS’s mission to save wildlife and wild places across the globe. Register here to participate in the 18th annual WCS Run for the Wild now and help make trac...

Bronx, NY, March 11, 2026 — The Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo is caring for a red fox, a male estimated at 2 years of age, that was discovered as a stowaway aboard a ship arriving at the Port of New York and New Jersey from Southampton, England. The animal was detected among the ship’s cargo and safely secured by United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP). CBP coordinated with government wildlife officials to ensure the fox, which weighs about 11 poun...

Bronx, NY, Feb. 7, 2026 – More than 500 youth gathered at the Bronx Zoo today to learn about volunteer opportunities and jobs at the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo. The 10th Annual WCS Youth JIVE (Job, Internship & Volunteering Expo)—WCS’s only hiring and career fair—connects young people with employment, internship, and volunteer opportunities across WCS’s five NYC Zoos and Aquarium – the Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Z...

BRONX, N.Y. — January 22, 2026 — The Bronx Zoo has announced the birth of an Endangered pygmy slow loris, born December 13, 2025 as the first primate born at the zoo’s new immersive World of Darkness exhibit. The pygmy slow loris is a small primate native to Southeast Asia. They are considered Endangered by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, with habitat loss and poaching for the illegal pet trade contributing to rapid population decline. The Bronx Zoo participates in ...

BRONX, N.Y. — January 15, 2026 — Today, the Bronx Zoo announced the return of its beloved Name-a-Roach campaign, a Valentine’s Day tradition that welcomes fans near and far to ditch the chocolates and seal their love or loathing with a hiss. With the purchase of any Name-a-Roach package, donors can symbolically adopt and name a Madagascar Hissing Cockroach after someone on their mind, and receive a certificate to prove it. Donation levels start at $15 and include gifts like ...

BRONX, N.Y. — November 18, 2025 — The Bronx Zoo transformed into a glowing winter wonderland this evening as Wildlife Conservation Society Members and select media enjoyed an exclusive preview of this year’s Holiday Lights celebration.  Featuring millions of lights, seasonal treats, and an array of new and returning festive activities, the beloved winter festival welcomes visitors of all ages to make lasting memories at the Bronx Zoo. For t...

What: Opening ceremony lights up Bronx Zoo on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, with three dedicated Members’ Preview nights and a public opening kickoff on Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. When: Media Preview to be held 5 PM, Nov. 18, 2025. Remarks and light switch photo/video opportunity; interview access to follow. Holiday Lights operates Nov. 21, 2025 - Jan. 4, 2025; Select Dates Only Dec. 4, 2025 is Sensory Friendly Night with some modifications of the experiences ...

Grammy Award-winning band Kool & the Gang will usher in the Bronx Zoo’s holiday season with a fitting rendition of their most iconic anthem. BRONX, NY – November 3, 2025 – Today, the Bronx Zoo announced that Grammy Award-winning R&B, soul, and funk band Kool & the Gang, known for beloved songs like “Celebration”, “Jungle Boogie”, and “Ladies’ Night”, will take the stage on the zoo’s Wondrous World of Wildlife float ...

BRONX, NY – October 21, 2025 – Today, the Bronx Zoo announced the return of its spectacular float, Wondrous World of Wildlife, in the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® on Thursday, November 27th. The float features representations of the iconic animals and Beaux-Arts architecture that Bronx Zoo visitors know and love, plus the added glow of new festive lighting – kicking off the countdown to the Bronx Zoo’s magical winter season and highly-anticipated Holiday...