Maryland Zoo Penguin-Themed Baking Contest Winner Announced
April 6, 2022 (BALTIMORE, MD) – The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore has announced the winner of its penguin-themed baking contest. After a month of online voting, the dessert from Cake by Jason’s emerged as the fan favorite, earning them the right to name one of the Zoo’s endangered African penguin chicks. Cake by Jason chose the name Croquembouche ...
African Penguin Chicks & The Chance to Name One!
It's the most wonderful time of the year, and we're not talking about the holidays—it's African penguin breeding season! We've already had four tiny, fluffy, endangered chicks hatch at Penguin Coast, so (as many of you know and look forward to each year) it's time for the announcement of the annual naming theme! This year, the penguin care ...
Maryland Zoo Welcomes New Calf to its Sitatunga Herd
June 1, 2023 (BALTIMORE, MD) – The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is pleased to announce the newest member of its sitatunga herd. A female calf was born to the adult female, Ally, and male, Beau, on May 23rd. Since then, the mother and calf have been bonding in the sunshine behind the scenes until the calf is ready to join the larger herd. The new calf joins ...
Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
Adventure deep into our Maryland Wilderness to explore the Zoo’s all-new DINOSAURS exhibit, then join us in our prehistoric groves for a complimentary screening of the film, "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" (2017). Prior to the film, concessions will be available for purchase and guests will receive a visit from an animal ambassador. Please bring your own ...
Traffic Advisory for Saturday, October 12th
Due to the Baltimore Marathon happening on October 12, 2013, many entrances into the Park will be closed to traffic. If you are planning to come to the Zoo, we suggest you take the following route to access the Zoo parking lot. We also suggest that you come no earlier than 10:00 am to ensure that the Police have reopened the road in front of the parking ...
Bald Eagle Naming
A female, adolescent Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus Leucocephalu) will soon be calling the Maryland Zoo home. She came to us from The National Aviary in Pittsburgh and will be living in an exhibit space next to Polar Bear Watch. Before she moves into her new space in mid-July, she needs a name! That’s where you come in. Choose your favorite name from the list ...
The Lion King (1994)
Enjoy a complimentary screening of the film "The Lion King" (1994) at the Zoo, thanks to Orrstown Bank! Prior to the film, concessions will be available for purchase and guests will receive a visit from an animal ambassador. Please bring your own blanket for the movie. Chairs and alcohol are not permitted. Tickets: FREE* *Though there is no ...
Happy Feet
Enjoy a complimentary screening of the film "Happy Feet" (2006) at the Zoo, thanks to Orrstown Bank! Prior to the film, concessions will be available for purchase and guests will receive a visit from an animal ambassador. Please bring your own blanket for the movie. Chairs and alcohol are not permitted. Tickets: FREE* *Though there is no fee ...
Jurassic Park (1993)
Join us for a special double-dino experience at the Zoo! Adventure deep into our Maryland Wilderness to explore the Zoo’s all-new DINOSAURS exhibit, then join us in our prehistoric groves for a complimentary screening of the classic film, “Jurassic Park” (1993). Prior to the film, concessions will be available for purchase and guests will receive a ...
Plains Zebra
There are four species of zebra: Plains, Grevy’s, Cape Mountain, and Hartmann’s Mountain. The Plains Zebra, on exhibit at The Maryland Zoo, is the most common and geographically widespread. It is also known as the Common Zebra or Burchell’s Zebra. Plains Zebras roam Africa’s grasslands and venture into woodland and marshy areas as well. Check ...
Maryland Zoo in Baltimore Celebrates Arrival of Spring with Annual Mary Sue Candies Bunny BonanZOO
BALTIMORE, MD – The annual Mary Sue Candies Bunny BonanZOO is back and will take place from 10:00 a.m. until 2 p.m. on April 2, 3 and 4, featuring three days of egg-cellent fun for all! While still wildly festive, Bunny BonanZOO will look a bit different as we make COVID-based adjustments to the event for our guests’ comfort: We are unable to have ...
Party For the Planet
Spring Into Action Celebrate Earth Day and spring into action to protect wildlife and wild places. Join us throughout the Zoo for keeper chats, educational activities, and more! Along the way, complete our Operation: Conservation activity carrying out missions to protect the planet. Work your way through the Zoo with activities and fun to become a planet ...