The Erie Zoo opened on March 1, and visitors wasted no time flocking back to see their favorite animals. For the people who ...

The Erie Zoo opened to the public Sunday, March 1, for the start of their 2026 season, with their annual Grand Re-opening Day Celebration set for Saturday, featuring fun activities from 10 a.m. to 2 p ...

The Erie Zoo officially began its 2026 season on Saturday afternoon with its Opening Day Celebration. Large crowds filled the ...

A new season has begun at the Erie Zoo. The big draw are the animals. There are two new ones: this warthog named Ernie, and “K‑J” the wallaby.

It was a wild night at the Erie Zoo with hundreds taking in the exciting atmosphere at the yearly Lions, Tigers and Beers event Saturday evening. People from all over the region made sure not to miss ...

The Erie Zoo is mourning the loss of another ambassador animal. The zoo announced on Feb. 12 that on Feb. 8, Wendy, a 9-year-old sand cat, was found exhibiting unusual behavior during her breakfast ...

The Erie Zoo has several new animals, including a male black-and-white ruffed lemur, two female Père David’s deer and two female kangaroos. The zoo will host Glow Wild, a Chinese lantern festival, on ...

The Erie Zoo recently has introduced some new members to the roster of animals at the facility at 423 W. 38th St. Most recently the zoo announced the arrival of Coconut the sloth on July 16. Sheba, a ...

The Erie Zoo is gearing up to open for the new season, and it brings with it a governance change and some new animals. Here’s a complete guide to what’s changed, what’s ahead and how to plan your ...

Erie City Council approved the transfer of nearly 100 acres of city-owned property, including the Erie Zoo, to Erie Events. Erie Events will provide at least $500,000 annually to the zoo and have ...

Erie News Now spoke with families near and far who made the trip to the zoo. One family waking up early and coming in from ...