Rosamond Gifford Zoo

Rosamond Gifford Zoo Home to 700+ animals, Rosamond Gifford Zoo provides the best day ever: experiences that excite, memories that inspire and worldwide conservation education.

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Admission: https://bit.ly/3CR5XIj Founded in 1914, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park is among the top 10 percent of zoos in the country as an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and is dedicated to connecting people to the natural world by providing engaging guest experiences, exceptional animal care, and unparalleled conserv

ation education. The zoo actively collaborates with Friends of the Zoo to provide its guests “the best day ever,” ensuring experiences that excite, memories that endure, and knowledge that inspires worldwide conservation.

06/08/2026

Happy from your community zoo! Along with our mission of animal care and conservation education, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo will always be a “bear-y” proud, and vocal supporter, of the LGBTQ+ community.

Snap some pics, win some tix! Want a chance to win tickets to Syracuse Stage's June 20th production of "Disney’s Frozen ...
06/07/2026

Snap some pics, win some tix!

Want a chance to win tickets to Syracuse Stage's June 20th production of "Disney’s Frozen The Broadway Musical"? Take a selfie with a cold loving animal at the zoo and tag Syracuse Stage and the Rosamond Gifford Zoo on Facebook or Instagram!

The contest runs through June 14. Tickets are non-transferrable. For more dates and to purchase tickets, visit syracusestage.org

06/06/2026

Don’t forget who you’re running for… 🐻https://p2p.onecause.com/zoorunrun2026

Get out and get moving on behalf of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo on June 20 at our annual 5K! This is a unique event offering education, engagement, and of course, exercise! All proceeds raised by the Zoo Run Run support the mission of Friends of the Zoo to provide exceptional animal care and unparalleled conservation education in Central New York and beyond.

Proceeds benefit all of our animals, but Andean bear Bjorn is this year’s featured animal. ❤️ Register today: https://p2p.onecause.com/zoorunrun2026

Dream big, tonight was Dreamnight, presented by Kevin & Kathy LaGrow and Off-Peak Ministries! Dreamnight is an inclusive...
06/06/2026

Dream big, tonight was Dreamnight, presented by Kevin & Kathy LaGrow and Off-Peak Ministries! Dreamnight is an inclusive and educational cost-free evening for children with special health care needs and disabilities. Every year on the first Friday in June more than 100,000 participants and their families and friends celebrate Dreamnight on six continents and in 23 countries around the world.

Since 2008, many Central New York organizations have worked with us to provide children in our community the opportunity to participate in Dreamnight. The tickets to Dreamnight were provided by the organizations that serve these individuals in order to reduce any risk of exposure or overstimulation for the children who attended.

Dreamnight would not be possible without the support of our sponsors, Kevin & Kathy LaGrow and Off-Peak Ministries, Bousquet Holstein PLLC, Pathfinder Bank, Jim and Juli Boeheim Foundation, Royal Promise Productions, The O'Donnell Family, and Tops Friendly Markets.

Thank you to everyone who joined us last night for Why It Matters: Institutional Collection Plan! The ICP is a living do...
06/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us last night for Why It Matters: Institutional Collection Plan! The ICP is a living document that guides our decision-making as we consider what species to house at the zoo, and takes into account everything from exhibit space and funding to staff training and research, all with the ultimate goal of furthering our mission of conservation and education. Your support helps us live that mission every day!

We're BUZZING with excitement for our next lecture, Why It Matters: Honeybees, on Monday, July 20.🐝 Join us to learn all about the small but hard working honeybee as we take a look into their biology, fascinating behaviors, and how and why the honey we use for so many applications is created. Our animal care specialists will give you an in-depth look at the social dynamics of the hive and the relationship bees have with elephants-an important conservation effort in the wild. Purchase your ticket today: https://13172.blackbaudhosting.com/13172/Why-It-Matters

We've tallied the votes across Facebook and Instagram and are eager to share the winners of our Spring 2026 Seasonal Pho...
06/04/2026

We've tallied the votes across Facebook and Instagram and are eager to share the winners of our Spring 2026 Seasonal Photo Contest!

In first place is Michael Fey's stunning photo of one of our Chilean flamingos! Michael, we have a flamingo-themed gift bag for you. 🦩

In second place is Patrick Lilly's photo of our Bactrian camel, Patrick! Patrick, we have a plushie and guest pass for you.

In third place is David Webster's photo of our Amur leopard, Grover! David, we have a small plushie and guest pass for you. 🐆

Our honorable mention goes to Kevin Pierce's photo of a Nicobar pigeon. Kevin, we have a guest pass for you.

Winners, you will receive an email detailing how to claim your prize. As always, thank you to everyone who submitted photos! We are very excited to see what the summer contest will bring. 📷

Register NOW for the Zoo Run Run for the chance to meet some penguins! 🐧🏃Register by Monday, June 8, at noon for the cha...
06/04/2026

Register NOW for the Zoo Run Run for the chance to meet some penguins! 🐧🏃

Register by Monday, June 8, at noon for the chance to win an exclusive behind-the-scenes encounter with our Humboldt penguins! Already registered? You're already entered! All registrants will be entered into a random raffle to win a penguin encounter for themself and up to 5 guests!

Don’t wait, join today and help support our mission of animal care and conservation: https://p2p.onecause.com/zoorunrun2026

The Zoo Run Run takes place on Saturday, June 20!

LAST CHANCE! Don’t forget to register for Why It Matters: Institution Collection Plan TOMORROW, Thursday, June 4, from 6...
06/03/2026

LAST CHANCE! Don’t forget to register for Why It Matters: Institution Collection Plan TOMORROW, Thursday, June 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. to learn how AZA-accredited zoos decide and plan for what animals to exhibit.

Purchase tickets today: https://bit.ly/3PCZZ7U

Snap some pics, win some tix! Want a chance to win tickets to Syracuse Stage's June 20th production of "Disney’s Frozen...
06/03/2026

Snap some pics, win some tix!

Want a chance to win tickets to Syracuse Stage's June 20th production of "Disney’s Frozen The Broadway Musical"? Take a selfie with a cold loving animal at the and tag Syracuse Stage and the Rosamond Gifford Zoo on Facebook and/or Instagram!

The contest runs through June 14. Tickets are non-transferrable. For more dates and to purchase tickets, visit syracusestage.org

It’s time to cast your vote for our Spring 2026 Seasonal Photo Contest! 📸 226 photos were submitted, and our team had th...
06/02/2026

It’s time to cast your vote for our Spring 2026 Seasonal Photo Contest! 📸 226 photos were submitted, and our team had the incredibly difficult job of narrowing them down to 10, but now we need YOUR help! Please vote for your favorite photos by leaving a like. Voting will take place across Facebook and Instagram, and the winners will be announced on Thursday.

Address

1 Conservation Place
Syracuse, NY
13204

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10am - 4:30pm
Friday 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4:30pm
Sunday 10am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13154358511

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