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Red Panda Naming Contest
In case you haven't heard, our forest just got a little fluffier! The Maryland Zoo is thrilled to welcome two red pandas: a mature female named Aurora and a juvenile who is ...
The Maryland Zoo Announces Arrival of Twiggy, a Chimp Relocated From the San Francisco Zoo
While new to our state, Twiggy already has connections to Maryland Zookeepers and Chimps in Baltimore BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland Zoo is pleased to introduce the newest member ...
A Wild & Fun Fundraiser, Brew at the Zoo Returns Memorial Day Weekend, May 23 & 24
Maryland’s largest craft beverage festival is back this Memorial Day weekend, May 23 & 24, at Maryland Zoo. Go a little wild during Brew at the Zoo, presented by M&T ...
Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration at Maryland Zoo This Weekend
Maryland Zoo celebrates Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) culture with a day-long festival this Saturday, May 16, from 10 am - 4 pm, with performances, artisans, and ...
Checkerspot Brewing Toasts Maryland Zoo’s 150th Anniversary With Special, Animal-Inspired Beer
BALTIMORE, MD – As part of its year-long 150th anniversary celebration, Maryland Zoo is teaming up with Checkerspot Brewing Company on an animal-inspired beer ...
Maryland Zoo Announces Birth of Coquerel’s Sifaka
BALTIMORE, MD – Maryland Zoo today announced the birth of a Coquerel’s sifaka (Propithecus coquereli). The yet to be named female weighed .116 kg (about 4 ounces) when she was ...
Maryland Zoo Announces New Antelopes
A lesser kudu calf and adult sitatunga male are new additions to African Journey BALTIMORE, MD – Earlier this year, Maryland Zoo welcomed the birth of a lesser kudu (Tragelaphus ...
Spring Events at Maryland Zoo
BALTIMORE, MD – Maryland Zoo is blossoming with spring events from Easter through Memorial Day weekend. Pro tip! The most economical way to attend Zoo events is through a Zoo ...
Maryland Zoo Celebrates Its 150th All Year Long
BALTIMORE, MD – In 2026, one of Central Maryland’s most beloved institutions is celebrating a milestone. This year, the Maryland Zoo turns 150 years old and everyone is ...
ZOOper Bowl Pool Fundraiser 2026
The big game is upon us, but why should the players get to have all of the fun? Super Bowl LX is almost here! Now's your chance to participate in this year's ZOOper Bowl Pool ...