The Birmingham Zoo is inviting the community to join us in helping with the aftermath of the Australian bushfire crisis by visiting the Zoo on Valentine’s weekend, February 14-16, 2020. Paying guests during these days will have funds from their paid admission ticket donated to the Zoo and Aquarium Association, Australasia (ZAA), a sister organization to the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA),  for increased aid to wildlife affected by wildfires. Birmingham Zoo will be matching up to $5,000 from…

The Birmingham Zoo and Alabama Audubon are teaming up for our annual Great Backyard Bird Count! We're continuing our tradition that unites birdwatchers from across the area as they track bird species found in our own backyards, parks and local spaces. Seasonal bird counts have been a central part of Alabama Audubon’s work ever since its founding in 1946.  If you’re new to birding, returning after an absence, or just interested in checking out the wintering and resident birds, we…

The Birmingham Zoo is inviting the community to join us in helping with the aftermath of the Australian bushfire crisis by visiting the Zoo on Valentine’s weekend, February 14-16, 2020. Paying guests during these days will have funds from their paid admission ticket donated to the Zoo and Aquarium Association, Australasia (ZAA), a sister organization to the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA),  for increased aid to wildlife affected by wildfires. Birmingham Zoo will be matching up to $5,000 from…

Did you know that your Birmingham Zoo resident African elephant bachelor herd all have their birthdays within 1 month?! That's three (3) elephant birthdays back to back! What better way to celebrate than with a Bachelor Birthday Bash? Join our Elephant Keepers on Saturday, February 29 from 11am until 12pm at the elephant habitat near Safari Peak, as they host a special birthday enrichment with training demonstrations, keeper chats, bio facts, and guest activities. Sure to be a memorable occasion,…

Join us on Friday, March 6 for the fourth seasonal Audubon Talk hosted by the Birmingham Zoo with special guest Molly Adams, Founder and President of the Feminist Bird Club as well as Advocacy and Outreach Manager for New York City Audubon. Molly will discuss the history and evolving mission of the Feminist Bird Club, and ways this work is informed by her new position at NYC Audubon. This talk will include an overview of the NYC Audubon’s success in…

As a thank you for supporting the Zoo, Members ONLY are invited to join us for a special Member Appreciation Morning this Saturday, March 14 from 8am until 9am. Members can enjoy special breakfast treats (while supplies last) and FREE rides until 9am. Don't miss this chance to explore the Zoo before it opens to other guests for early morning fun! To become a Zoo Member to enjoy this event, free admission daily, and a variety of other perks, click…

  ***SOLD OUT *** Sold out as of Friday, February 21 Join the Birmingham Zoo on Sunday, March 15 starting at 10:00am for a new and one of a kind experience with our African elephant bachelor herd! Our pachyderm party is a premier event with your favorite bachelors: Bulwagi, Luti and Gadze, plus an intimate group of their biggest admirers. Enjoy dining al fresco at the Boma Yard while the elephants roam close by! A full breakfast menu will be…

***Canceled as of Sunday, March 15***   Seniors are invited to join us for a guided morning tour through the Birmingham Zoo! Begin the program with the Zoo to yourself and catch the animals in their morning routines. Each program will feature different areas of the Zoo so you may learn about the variety of our resident animals.   DATES March 16 - History of the Zoo April 20 - African Animals May 18 - Birds and Reptiles September 21…