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
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ZooBrew
June 5 to 6, 6 to 10 p.m.ZooBrew is back! This 21+ festival features dozens of breweries and cideries, along with food carts, lawn games and live music.
ZooNights
June 19 to Aug. 21, 5 to 9 p.m.Celebrate summer Friday evenings at the zoo with live music, food carts, keeper chats and activities for all ages.
Wild Wednesdays
July 1, 6 to 9 p.m.Experience the zoo after hours, without daytime crowds or kids.
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Zoo news
A record year for zoo's condor recovery effort
California condors at the Oregon Zoo’s Jonsson Center for Wildlife Conservation have produced 15 healthy chicks this year — the most ever in the zoo’s 23-year effort to save this species.May 29, 2026
Mazama newt eggs laid for first time in human care
Two Mazama newts at the Oregon Zoo’s conservation lab laid eggs last month — marking the first time this imperiled amphibian has produced eggs in human care.May 27, 2026
Zoo, partners return 22 endangered turtles to the wild
22 northwestern pond turtles reared at the Oregon Zoo have something to shell-ebrate this week.May 14, 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.
