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IN ITS FINAL YEAR!
Back by Popular Demand!
May 1 to October 8
Only the Toronto Zoo offers up interaction and fun with the exclusive live exhibit, Sharks at Stingray Bay-A Touching Experience.
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Toronto Zoo introduces new white lions as a permanent addition to our African Savanna. Unique to the Timbavati region of South Africa, these rare and beautiful cats have not been seen in the wild in over 15 years. With lion populations dwindling, they are now classified as a vulnerable species. Come see our new white lions and help the Toronto Zoo bring awareness to the plight of the African lion in the wild.
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FLIP out over our cute endangered African penguins and their babies - on display now in the African Savanna.
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Saturday, May 5 & Sunday, May 6
10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Americas Wetland
Celebrate the arrival of spring by experiencing the sights and sounds of amorous male toads in search of that special someone! Our annual wetland festival is scheduled around the explosive breeding ritual of American toads at our very own Americas Wetlands Outdoor Exhibit.
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Saturday, May 12
8:00am to 4:00pm
The Toronto Zoo will be hosting its 13th Annual International Migratory Bird Day event. This year's theme is "Connecting People to Bird Conservation" with the focus on ways that people can help preserve birds every day.
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Sunday, May 13
Bring Mom for a day at the Zoo and meet some of our WILD Moms including Puff (African penguin), Ngozi (Western lowland gorilla) and Lily (ring-tailed lemur) and their babies including our newest Zoo family members-two African penguin chicks!
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Wednesday, May 23 to Sunday, May 27
10:00 am to 4:00 pm Americas Wetlands, Australasia, Indo-Malaya and Americas Pavilions
Turtles around the world are threatened with extinction, but they are also one of the most respected and revered creatures on earth.
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Sunday, May 27
Registration 8:00am to 12:00pm (Zoo opens at 9:00am)
Event Activities run until 2:00pm
Join Cystic Fibrosis Canada for a day of family fun while taking Great StridesTM to cure cystic fibrosis. Collect a minimum of $25 in pledges per participant or team member and receive entrance to the Toronto Zoo, a map, walk activities and a free lunch. Plus, a special meet-and-greet with a WILD Zoo animal and interactive Zoo-themed touch tables!
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Thursday, June 21
6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Don't miss the fishiest fundraiser in town! The unique and elegant outdoor setting with delicious seafood tastings, wine and beer pairings and of course some WILD animal encounters makes Seafood for ThoughtT the year's fundraising event you don't want to miss! Great food, great entertainment, and much more! It's an engaging and elegant way to discover how your choices protect the health of soil, water, and ocean wildlife. Featuring some of Toronto's top chefs and culinary talent.
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Saturday, June 9 & Sunday, June 10
Join the Toronto Zoo along with others around the world for a creative and fun way to celebrate World Oceans Day and our connection to the sea.
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Friday, June 15 & Saturday, June 16
A BioBlitz brings together natural history specialists and members of the public to try to identify as many plants and animals as possible over a 24 hour period.
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Saturday, June 16
Bring in a product label* from any Coca-Cola® product (including Fanta®, Nestea®, Minute Maid®, Five Alive®, Dasani®, Glaceau Vitamin Water® and Powerade®) and receive one FREE Child's admission (up to 12 years of age)*.
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Sunday, June 17
Why not bring Dad for a day at the Zoo and meet some of our wild Dads including "Inukshuk" the polar bear, "Gozi" the African penguin and "Charles" the Western lowland gorilla.
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Sunday, June 24
Africa Picnic Site 10:00 am to 2:00 pm (last visit with the Doctor 1:30 pm)
Real Vets for plush pets! Let the Toronto Zoo's Wildlife Health Centre give your Wild Toy the tender love and care it deserves with a full check-up, weigh-in, x-ray, microchipping and heart monitoring stations - we promise it won't hurt!
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June 30 to September 3
African Savanna,
10:00 am to 6:00 pm
The Toronto Zoo is proud to offer our visitors an experience of African Culture in our own African Savanna. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of African music, cultural craft and art demonstration.
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Sunday, July 15
Education Auditorium,
11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Ever wondered how you ultrasound a gorilla? What animal loves pumpkins? Why do we give our animals barrels and boxes? Learn first-hand how zookeepers keep our animals healthy and happy.
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Friday, August 3 through Monday, August 6
Water - we share it!
Pacific giant octopus, American eel, Madagascar fishes, Lake Victoria fishes, fishes of the Great Barrier Reef - we share water with these aquatic creatures and so many more!
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Friday, August 10 to Sunday, August 12
Front Entrance 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
YTV has the WOW-factor! Travelling the country, YTV's W.O.W! Patrol will be delivering fun-tastic games and prizes to beat summer boredom! For more details, check out ytv.com
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Friday, August 24 through Sunday, August 26
Indo-Malaya Pavilion 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Did you know? The Toronto Zoo is the only Zoo in Canada with Sumatran orangutans! Check out an orangutan enrichment interpretive station, artifacts, and artwork painted by one of our talented orangutans.
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Sunday, September 2
Americas Pavilion, 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Come and learn about this critically endangered species and our successful breeding and release program that the Toronto Zoo has been involved in since 1992. There will be educational activities and information, and awareness items available for purchase to help support black-footed ferret conservation. Plus visits from our domestic ferret friends at the special Meet the Black-Footed Ferret Keeper talks at 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm.
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Monday, September 10
Front Entrance 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
The Toronto Zoo loves Seniors, so today Seniors 65+ receive free admission and a free Zoomobile ride all day pass.
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Saturday, September 15 & Sunday, September 16
All over the world, zoos and conservation organizations will unite during the month of September to celebrate these amazing pachyderms!
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Sunday, September 16
ATTENTION ALL TEACHERS! Discover how we can make your class visit a memorable educational experience. On Sunday, September 16, 2012, the Toronto Zoo will be providing free admission to teachers plus one guest.
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Saturday, September 22
Our annual fundraiser walk for the Zoo! Open to all runners, walkers, and fitness folk of all ages and abilities. Bring the whole family for a day of fitness, fun and fundraising. Support the Toronto Zoo and invite your friends, family and colleagues to pledge a runner! For online entry, pledge forms and further
information and start times go to CanadaRunningSeries.com/zoorun
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Monday, October 8
African Penguin Exhibit, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Stop by and visit Zoo Keepers at the African penguin exhibit to learn all about what it takes to care for our colony! Enjoy extra Keeper talks and learn about conservationists who are out in the wild saving these birds from a variety of threats.
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Sunday, October 14
It's an entertaining and educational day of fun for kids at the Toronto Zoo, and one that will make a difference for children around the world.
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Saturday, October 20 and Sunday, October 21
Saturday, October 27 and Sunday, October 28
Tundra Trek 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Follow along the Zoo's "Pumpkin Trail" to discover trick-or-treat activity stations throughout the Tundra Trek and check out Arctic wolves, foxes and polar bears - oh my! Take part in our "Critters and Costumes Parade" at 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm daily. Best of all, up to two kids in costume (12 and under) get
in free when accompanied by an adult.
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Saturday, October 20 & Saturday, October 27
8:00 am to 9:30 am - Program geared towards families with
young children, registration required
Bring your wolf pack to enjoy a unique breakfast experience Toronto Zoo style! This early-bird event offers families the chance to participate in special Halloween programming including crafts, wolf-themed storytelling and an early morning visit with our Arctic wolves.
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Sunday, November 11
Waterside Theatre
Ceremony begins promptly at 10:55 am
Veterans and the general public are invited to join in remembering and honouring the many wartime sacrifices that Canadians have made for their country. Admission for veterans and all guests attending the ceremony is free from 9:30 am to 11:00 am.
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Wednesday, December 26
Polar Bear Exhibit, Tundra Trek Walk 10:00 am
The Toronto Zoo is the place to be on Boxing Day! Join us in the Tundra Trek for this annual tradition, where Zoo animals await their seasonal treats! Please bring a non-perishable food item for the food bank. Half Price Admission for everyone all day. Happy Holidays! Please note this is an outdoor event.
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Monday, December 31
Front Entrance, Tundra Trek, Americas & Australasia Pavilions, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Ring in 2013 with some NEW animal friends!
Visit with some new and wild friends in the Tundra Trek, Americas & Australasia Pavilions. Check out some great entertainment and best of all, take part in our special Kid's Countdown at 8:00 pm!
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