August 24, 2010, 8:35 AM
A new female tiger cub, born June 22, 2010, is now on display in the Cat Complex. The new cub weighed 4.84 pounds at birth Her mother is Tiksi, 15 years old and her father is Yorgi, 14 years old, are both on display in the Cat Complex. ... Read More
Sea Lion Training
August 13, 2010, 12:01 PM
Hailey Hansen of Fort Calhoun, NE, the winner of the Sea Lion Pup Naming Contest, received a special Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo gift bag along with the opportunity to take part in a training session with zoo keepers who care for the sea lions on Friday, August 13, 2010.
Training ... Read More
Happy Birthday Hadari
July 27, 2010, 2:15 PM
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo celebrated Hadari’s first birthday! Zoo guests were invited to take part in the party with dessert provided by Shari Preister with Cuppy Cakes while Hadari received presents and a special cake prepared by the Zoo’s Nutrition Department.
For more information about Cuppy Cakes visit www.cuppycakes.net. ... Read More
Madagascar Flat Tailed Tortoise
April 28, 2010, 8:35 AM
The Madagascar flat tailed tortoise is found in the dry forests along the west coast of Madagascar. Their carapace (upper shell) has a distinctive pattern, with each scute (plate) having a light brown to yellow center surrounded by a wide, dark brown to black border. The carapace ... Read More
World Tapir Day - April 27
April 26, 2010, 1:23 PM
World Tapir Day
Celebrate World Tapir Day with Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo on April 27. This day was established to raise awareness about the declining tapir species.
Malayan tapirs are one of four tapir species in existence and are the only Asian species.
Because of habitat destruction and ... Read More
New Burmese Python Exhibit
April 16, 2010, 2:17 PM
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo has a new Burmese python exhibit located in Hubbard Orangutan Valley. The new exhibit houses two female Burmese pythons.
The smaller female snake came to Omaha’s Zoo in 1994 and weighed 27 pounds. The larger female snake was donated by Burke High School in ... Read More
Ring-tailed lemurs
April 2, 2010, 9:44 AM
Ring-tailed lemurs are from the island of Madagascar and are currently listed as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List for Endangered Species due to loss of habitat. They are one of many unique animals that will call Expedition Madagascar at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo home, which opens ... Read More
Gentoo Penguin Chicks
March 23, 2010, 9:01 AM
At the end of January 2010, the five Gentoo penguin chicks, which hatched in December 2009, were separated from their parents and placed in a playpen in the exhibit. This was so the keepers could work closely with the chicks, teaching them to hand feed. The beauty ... Read More
Hadari and the Gorillas
March 23, 2010, 8:58 AM
Zoo staff has begun to reintroduce Hadari into the gorilla group. The process began on January 19, 2010 with Rosie, the grandmother. Rosie had taken excellent care of Hadari so the next phase was to introduce Mosuba (nicknamed Mo), the grandfather. Zoo staff hoped Mo would ... Read More
Gentoo Penguin Chicks
January 27, 2010, 9:54 AM
The five Gentoo penguin chicks, on display in the Scott Aquarium, can be seen in a playpen. They were hatched in December, and raised by their parents but in order for the chicks to learn to eat from humans, they must be separated. Keepers will work closely ... Read More
Alligator Training
January 12, 2010, 9:25 AM
Visit the Kingdoms of the Night® at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo® and catch a glimpse of a few alligators swimming around. Omaha’s Zoo has nine alligators in the swamp and fourteen smaller alligators in the nocturnal exhibits in the Desert Dome. The alligators take part in a training program ... Read More
Alligator Hatchlings on Display
January 4, 2010, 9:31 AM
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo® has three alligator hatchlings on display in the Desert Dome Sunroom. There were 13 total alligators hatched on August 5, 2009. They have yellowish orange bands that fade over time with a white underside belly. These colors will eventually fade as the hatchling matures ... Read More
Winter Break at Omaha's Zoo
December 28, 2009, 9:38 AM
Out of school with nothing to do? Come visit Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo®, where there are six acres of world-class exhibits all indoors! There will be special daily activities fromnow to January 3, 2010 for the whole family to enjoy.
Daily Animal Enrichment Activities:
• 9:30 a.m.
Cat ... Read More
Holiday Happenings
December 16, 2009, 10:54 AM
Santa is coming to town… and he will be making a special stop at Omaha’s Zoo on December 12 and 19 at 10:30 a.m. to dive in the Scott Aquarium shark tunnel.
Watch Santa have a great time swimming among sharks, stingrays and sea turtles. The 70 foot-long tunnel ... Read More
Check Out The Addax
November 2, 2009, 12:04 PM
2009 brought a number of changes to Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo including the return of the addax. Omaha’s Zoo has 14 addax on display.
The addax are extinct in the wild except for a few small groups in Niger and Chad due to over hunting and loss ... Read More
Spooky Spider Month!
October 8, 2009, 7:26 PM
They creep and crawl… but what makes a spider so unique? Visit Omaha’s Zoo Butterfly and Insect Pavilion during ‘Spooky Spider’ month to get up-close-and-personal with the eight-legged creatures, plus other ‘Halloween-themed’ insects!
All of the insect displays have been transformed into Halloween-themed exhibits highlighting different black, orange and ... Read More
Sea Lion Training
August 21, 2009, 10:35 AM
Tanner Adams, winner of the Sea Lion Pup Naming Contest, participated in the sea lion training on August 20. Tanner selected the name Coco Pup which was chosen by the sea lion keepers out of 6,438 name submissions.
Training sessions for sea lions are during feeding time. Each sea lion ... Read More
Sea Lion Pup has a Name!
July 28, 2009, 1:40 PM
The sea lion pup born on June 14, 2009 officially has a name! Tanner Adams, three years old, came up with the name after seeing the pup’s picture in the newspaper. The name for her is Coco Pup.
Tanner will receive a special Omaha’s Zoo gift bag as well as ... Read More
Madagascan tree boa
July 20, 2009, 1:47 PM
A new Madagascan tree boa can now be seen on display at the Desert Dome Sunroom. The boa was born on May 31, 2009. It is red in color but that will change throughout it's first year. The parents of the tree boa are on ... Read More
Name the Sea Lion Pup
July 2, 2009, 8:55 AM
A female sea lion pup, born on June 14, 2009, is now on display at Owen’s Seal Lion Pavilion at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo. The general public is invited to submit an entry to name the pup. The official entry box is located at the Sea Lion Pavilion. ... Read More
Blue Monkey Born on May 28, 2009 on Display
June 25, 2009, 3:52 PM
The newest addition to the Blue monkey family is on display in the Lied Jungle at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo. Omaha’s Zoo is one of four AZA (Association of Zoos and Aquariums) accredited zoos with Blue monkeys. There are only 14 Blue monkeys in zoos across North America ... Read More
Honey Bees Pollinating the Zoo
June 8, 2009, 11:19 AM
The Honey Bees are busy pollinating the Zoo from their hive located in the Butterfly and Insect Pavilion. The exhibit, on display since Wednesday May 27, 2009, allows outdoor access so the Honey Bees can travel to and from their hive freely, within a 3 mile radius. ... Read More
Penguin Chicks on Display
May 1, 2009, 2:40 PM
Visitors can now see three King penguin chicks on display in the Scott Aquarium penguin exhibit at Omaha’s Zoo. Since 1995, Omaha's Zoo has had 17 King penguin chicks hatch. Stop by and see them today! ... Read More
August 18, 2010, 5:43 PM
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo Education Department is the recipient of the Nebraska Environmental Trust PIE grant through the Nebraska Academy of Sciences.
This grant will help fund the Butterfly Conservation Education Awareness project that was launched in 2010. The project will focus on inspiring educators, students and ... Read More
Madagascar Reforestation Program
July 23, 2010, 4:01 PM
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo Madagascar Biodiversity and Biogeography Project (MBP) has established a reforestation program in collaboration with the community of Kianjavato in southeastern Madagascar. This program aims to restore habitat for the Greater Bamboo lemur. This lemur is one of the most critically endangered primates in the ... Read More
Update - Bubbles the sea turtle
July 20, 2010, 5:47 PM
Bubbles, the 264 pound Atlantic Green sea turtle at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo, came to Omaha in December 2003. She had suffered an injury while living in the ocean off the coast of Florida and was found on a beach in January 2002. The injury to her ... Read More
World Oceans Day - June 8, 2010
May 20, 2010, 11:08 AM
Make a splash and celebrate World Oceans Day with Omaha’s Zoo Tuesday, June 8 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.!
Participate in family friendly and educational activities that bring recognition to ocean conservation while allowing Zoo visitors to learn how their everyday actions impact the world’s oceans and inhabitants! ... Read More
Rocket Stoves
April 30, 2010, 5:05 PM
How can Malagasy people cook in a more fuel-efficient way? 13 students from Omaha North High Magnet School created a project that was aimed to provide an alternate way of cooking, the rocket stove.
Omaha North High Magnet School entered their project, O!maha-Dagascar, in the Student Mentoring Program Competition ... Read More
Golden Frogs on Display in the Lied Jungle®
March 23, 2010, 9:14 AM
Now on display in the South American rainforest of the Lied Jungle, seven Golden Frogs! These orange and black frogs originate from Central America and are listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List of Endangered Species.
The Golden Frog’s diet consists of fruit flies, crickets and ... Read More
Saving Madagascar Plants
January 26, 2010, 9:49 AM
Madagascar is an island that is considered one of the top hotspots for biodiversity because it is home to the largest number of endemic plant and animal species. Endemic means the plants and animals are native only to this country. The opening of Expedition Madagascar on May ... Read More
Puerto Rican Crested Toads
November 24, 2009, 10:01 AM
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo has successfully hatched 7,000 critically endangered Puerto Rican crested toad tadpoles. The tadpoles were shipped to Puerto Rico on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 for release into a protected toad habitat.
The tadpoles were hatched from one pair of adult Puerto Rican crested toads at Omaha’s ... Read More
Oriental Trading Company Adopts Flamingo Flock
October 12, 2009, 10:58 AM
Oriental Trading Company adopted the flamingo flock at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo on October, 9, 2009. The corporate symbol and mascot for the company is a pink flamingo, which made the partnership with Omaha’s Zoo a natural.
Omaha’s Zoo currently exhibits 13 American flamingos (Phoenicopterus ruber), sometimes called ... Read More
Caribbean Coral Exhibit
September 30, 2009, 9:35 AM
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo has a new display outside the Shark Tunnel in the Scott Aquarium. This 8,000 gallon exhibit displays coral reefs of the Caribbean. Omaha’s Zoo staff members are participating in the SECORE (SExual COral REproduction) project to raise Elkhorn corals for captivity ... Read More
New Plants Descending into the Desert Dome
April 3, 2009, 9:30 AM
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo has received multiple saguaro cactus that were added to the unique landscape of the world’s largest indoor desert, the Desert Dome. On April 2, five large cactus, each weighing around 1,500 pounds, were carefully lifted via forklift from outside the Desert Dome through an opening ... Read More
August 25, 2010, 8:16 AM
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo welcomes 52 Zoo Academy students, 25 Omaha Public School students and 17 kindergarteners for the 2010-2011 school year. School began on Tuesday, August 17 for the kindergarten class and Wednesday, August 18 for the Zoo Academy and Omaha Public School students.
The Zoo Academy was ... Read More
A Cool Place To Be!
May 21, 2010, 8:32 AM
Summer Day Camps at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo is the coolest way to spend your summer.
Voted Best Day Camp in Omaha for the second year in a row by Nickelodeon’s Parents’ Picks, Omaha's Zoo summer day camps give kids the chance to explore WILD animals and their ... Read More
Your Journey to Madagascar
April 26, 2010, 2:14 PM
Pick up your FREE Activity Passport at one of the following locations:
• Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo guest services
• Any Omaha Public Library Branch
• Any Runza Store in the Metro
Then join us every Saturday in April at a different Omaha Public Library location throughout the city for weekly adventures and ... Read More
Read Around the World on March 20, 2010
March 22, 2010, 4:05 PM
Join Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo along with Omaha Children's Museum, Joslyn Art Museum, Omaha Public Library and WOWT Omaha to celebrate the poetry of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow on March 20, 2010 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
The day will be filled with family fun, stories, hands-on activities and ... Read More
The Big Read 2010
February 23, 2010, 3:58 PM
Join Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo along with Omaha Children's Museum, Joslyn Art Museum WOWT Omaha, and Omaha Public Library to celebrate reading and the poetry of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, now until June 15, 2010. There will be fun family events like Read Around the World on March 20, ... Read More
Costa Rica Trip
January 19, 2010, 12:23 PM
Travel to the Costa Rican Rainforest with Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo! Explore the biodiversity of this beautiful habitat on June 22 to July 2, 2010. Prior to the trip, there will be a week long exploration camp for students June 14 to 21, 2010.
For more information, ... Read More
Winter Day Camps!
December 16, 2009, 11:00 AM
Hey kids! Kick-off your winter break with Omaha’s Zoo day camps, voted Best Day Camp in Omaha for the second year in a row by Nickelodeon’s Parents’ Picks! Explore WILD animals and their natural habitats, interact with zookeepers, study animal behaviors, conduct fun experiments and become the ... Read More
Haunted Safari
October 21, 2009, 10:34 AM
October 23, 24 & 30 at Wildlife Safari Park Go on a haunted hike, take a spooky ride, enjoy supper, roast marshmallows and participate in ghostly games! Haunted Safari is a safe and fun Halloween event for families. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Wear your ... Read More
Look Up
August 11, 2009, 8:52 AM
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo is home to many animals – large and small… fast and slow. In the Butterfly and Insect Pavilion, one of the resident Black-chinned Hummingbirds (Archilochus alexandri) recently began to build a nest along the walking path – right above the entrance to the butterfly wing. ... Read More
Omaha's Zoo Celebrates Shark Week
August 8, 2009, 10:58 AM
In celebration of Shark Week, Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo will hold activities on Saturday, August 8, 2009 for visitors to enjoy.
Aquarium keepers will be available at 10:30 a.m., 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. at the end of the Shark Tunnel to answer questions and provide visitors with information. There will ... Read More
Aardvark Calf at Omaha's Zoo
August 6, 2009, 8:41 AM
Aardvarks are rarely found in captivity. The aardvark calf birth on July 12, 2009, is part of a recommended breeding program by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Aardvark Population Management Plan.
It is not uncommon for female aardvarks to have a difficult time rearing their young. Because of ... Read More
Wild About Omaha a Success
July 27, 2009, 10:11 AM
Saturday July 25 was the last day Mutual of Omaha's Wild About Omaha Weekend. Free gate admission was offered in celebration of Mutual of Omaha's 100th year anniversary and over 40,000 people took part in the activities. ... Read More
Ice Cream Safari FUN!
July 22, 2009, 3:47 PM
Over 2,200 people joined in on the festivities at the 19th Annual Ice Cream Safari on July 21. There were six different ice cream flavors from Flamingo Paradise to Hippo Chocolate Chippo. Omaha’s Zoo, American Dairy Association, Dairy Council of Nebraska and Meadow Gold Dairy sponsored the ... Read More
Vote for Omaha Zoo Day Camps
June 12, 2009, 4:38 PM
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo day camps have been nominated for a Nickelodeon Parent's Picks Award! Click here to vote. The Zoo's day camps are listed in the Omaha section, under Best Day Camp. ... Read More
September 8, 2010, 4:23 PM
Celebrate Grandparent’s Day on Sunday, September 12, 2010 at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo with our most famous grandparents, Western-lowland gorillas Rosie and Mosuba (know as Mo). Rosie was born August 16, 1974 at the Cincinnati Zoo and Mo was born October 26, 1983 here at the Columbus Zoo. ... Read More
Labor Day Weekend - September 4-6, 2010
August 13, 2010, 11:50 AM
Gather your family and friends for one last hurrah this Labor Day Weekend at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo!
End your summer by joining the Zoo for fun-filled activities Saturday, September 4 through Monday, September 6, 2010. There will be lively musical performances, wild entertainment and special animal presentations ... Read More
Critter Ride - August 12, 2010
August 11, 2010, 8:25 AM
Bring your bike and ride through the Zoo during this family fun event on August 12, 2010 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. There will be dinner, snacks, refreshments provided by Omaha Steaks, Sara Lee, McDonald's and Frito Lay plus special animal encounters during the fun filled evening. Cost ... Read More
Member Appreciation Days
August 3, 2010, 4:59 PM
Member Appreciation Days are fun-filled ways for Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo to say thank you for the support throughout the year.
Member's with last names beginning with M-Z can enjoy the great activities on August 4, 2010. Member's with last names beginning with A-L, if you missed your ... Read More
Come Get Your Moo On!
July 12, 2010, 2:55 PM
Join Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo on Saturday, July 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday, July 18 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for Moo at the Zoo.
Sponsored by American Dairy Association and Dairy Council of Nebraska, John Deere: Bennington Equipment Inc., Roberts Dairy and Valmont, ... Read More
Red White and Zoo!
June 14, 2010, 9:41 AM
Get the patriotic fever and bring your family to Omaha’s Zoo Independence Day weekend, Saturday, July 3 to Monday, July 5.
Featuring music and patriotic animal activities, the event ensures to be a wild time! Come sporting red, white and blue attire and search for animals within the ... Read More
ZOOm! - June 12-13, 2010
June 1, 2010, 11:45 AM
Put the pedal to the metal and ZOOm over to Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo on June 12 and 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.!
See cool classic cars, antique cars and environmentally friendly cars while exploring your favorite animal exhibits.
Animal Presentations
10:30 a.m. Scott Aquarium – Antarctic Penguin Feeding, ... Read More
Move It To The Zoo - May 29-31
June 1, 2010, 11:21 AM
Get your family and friends to ‘move it’ to Zoo this Memorial Day Weekend! Kick-off your summer by joining Omaha's Zoo for fun-filled activities on Saturday, May 29 – Monday, May 31, 2010.
There will lively musical performances, wild entertainment and special animal presentations for all ages, not to ... Read More
Expedition Madagascar Now Open!
May 20, 2010, 10:12 AM
Madagascar is an island that is considered one of the top hotspots for biodiversity because it is home to the largest number of endemic plant and animal species. Endemic means the plants and animals are native only to this country. Visitors will get the chance to see a ... Read More
Party for the Planet
April 19, 2010, 10:09 AM
Join Omaha's Zoo as we celebrate Earth Day and discover ways you can help our planet at Party for the Planet on April 24, 2010 from 10 a.m - 4 p.m. There will be family fun activities for all to enjoy in the Scott Aquarium, Desert Dome Plaza and ... Read More
Teddy Bear Weekend!
April 2, 2010, 12:56 PM
Zoo visitors are invited to bring their favorite stuffed animal to Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo for a little repair and care during Teddy Bear Weekend on April 17 and 18 from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Stuffed animals will go through a checkup including heartbeat, ear and eye exams and ... Read More
Spring Kick-Off's at Omaha's Zoo
March 15, 2010, 10:41 AM
Polar Bear and Cubs Club Spring Kick-Off
Exercise, learn and explore at Omaha’s Zoo with the Polar Bear and Cubs Club every Wednesday morning at 9 a.m. This club is free to Omaha's Zoo members who are parents of pre-kindergarten aged children.
Reserve a spot now for the Spring Kick-Off, ... Read More
Sharks! Special Presentation on March 14
March 8, 2010, 9:45 AM
Learn about Dr. Alex Antoniou and his research in shark conservation on Sunday, March 14 in Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Pavilion* from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Following his presentation, there will be a special screening at the Lozier IMAX® Theater* of Coral Reef Adventures at 2 p.m. with ... Read More
Barbie™ in a Mermaid Tale™
March 1, 2010, 12:00 PM
Be one of the first to see "Barbie™ in A Mermaid Tale™" with a special pre-launch screening at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo on March 6 and 7, 2010 in Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom Pavilion Auditorium at 10 a.m., 11:45, 1:30 p.m. or 3:15 p.m.
Free to Omaha's Zoo ... Read More
Omaha's Zoo Job Fair
January 21, 2010, 12:45 PM
If you are looking for a part-time summer job, then join us for our Job Fair on Sunday, February 21 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
We will be interviewing for the following areas: Concessions, TreeTops Restaurant, Lozier IMAX Theater, Admissions, Rides and Gift Shop. ... Read More
Noon Year's Eve on December 31, 2009
December 28, 2009, 9:37 AM
Party with the animals and celebrate New Year's Eve at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo on December 31, 2009 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Have a wild time with educational activities like the Penguin Race and the Elephant Weigh In plus special party favors provided by Oriental Trading Company. ... Read More
Supper with Santa on December 18, 19, 20 or 21
December 16, 2009, 10:54 AM
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus at Omaha's Zoo for a night of fun-filled holiday spirit! Enjoy supper, crafts, pictures with Santa and more from 6 - 8 p.m. on December 18, 19, 20 or 21. Registration is $15 per person (children ages two and under are free). Space is ... Read More
Walking Club Fall Festival
November 3, 2009, 10:31 AM
Lace up your sneakers to enjoy fresh air, friends and fun. Omaha Zoo Members, age 50 or older, are welcome to join Walking Club every Friday morning year-round!
If you are a current member of Walking Club or are interested in becoming a member, join us on Friday, November 6 ... Read More
Zoo Run Five Mile Results
October 27, 2009, 11:57 AM
Zoo Run on Sunday, October 18, 2009 was a huge success. It was a beautiful day and 811 runners came out for a run through Omaha's Zoo.
Click here to check out the results from the five mile run!
Special thank you to our sponsors: Bruegger's Bagels, Hy-Vee, ... Read More
Fall Festivals at Omaha's Zoo
October 26, 2009, 2:10 PM
Polar Bear and Cubs Club Fall Festival
Exercise, learn and explore Omaha’s Zoo with the Polar Bear and Cubs Club every Wednesday morning at 9 a.m. This club is free to Omaha Zoo members who are parents of pre-kindergarten aged children.
Reserve a spot now for the Fall Festival, held ... Read More
Spooktacular - Sunday, October 25, 2009
October 21, 2009, 3:03 PM
Celebrating its 15th year, this event offers guests the opportunity trick or treat at Omaha's Zoo and fill their bags with goodies from over 20 special treat stations from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Purchase a starter goodie bag for a $1 donation, while supplies last. Take a spooky ... Read More
Zoo Run - Sunday, October 18, 2009
October 16, 2009, 8:19 AM
Lace up your shoes for the 29th annual Zoo Run!
Early check in is available on Friday, October 16, 2009 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Marketing Office. Please enter through Guest Services. Check in will begin at 8:00am on the day of the event at ... Read More
Sounds of Fall at Wildlife Safari
August 20, 2009, 9:00 AM
Become an animal detective for a day! Learn to identify animals by their sounds, tracks and evidence they leave behind at Wildlife Safari during the Sounds of Fall event on Saturday, September 19 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Enjoy touching and feeling animal artifacts, participating in ... Read More
Critter Ride 2009
August 14, 2009, 2:02 PM
August 13, 2009 was the 3rd Annual Critter Ride. 356 riders enjoyed riding their bikes through Omaha's Zoo. Dinner, snacks and dessert was available from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Look for other upcoming events at Omaha’s Zoo including Zoo Run on Sunday, October 18, 2009. ... Read More
Critter Ride 2009
August 13, 2009, 12:04 PM
Join Omaha's Zoo and Friends of the Omaha Zoo (FOOZ) on August 13 for Critter Ride. Bring your bike and ride through the Zoo during this family fun event from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. There will be dinner, snacks, refreshments plus special animal encounters during the fun ... Read More
2009 Member Appreciation Days
July 28, 2009, 12:10 PM
The 2009 Member Appreciation Days are July 29 and August 5 from 1:30–7:30 p.m. Member Appreciation Days are fun-filled ways for Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo to say thank you for the support throughout the year. Check out our special events section for more details and to download a schedule ... Read More
Wild About Omaha July 25
July 20, 2009, 2:14 PM
Omaha's Zoo is celebrating Mutual of Omaha's Wild About Omaha Weekend on Saturday, July 25, 2009. Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo gate admission is free on that day. We anticipate that day's attendance to be higher than normal.
To accommodate those coming to Omaha's Zoo on July 25, ... Read More
Skyfari
May 21, 2009, 1:29 PM
Skyfari is now open and running daily (weather permitting) from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
One-way ride: $2 per person
Round-trip ride: $4 per person ... Read More