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2004 September Events Calendar

For more information call 503-220-3687 (recording) or 503-226-1561 (general zoo information)
Dates are subject to change. Information on classes and camps can be found in our Education Section.


Summer On-Grounds Programs
June 12-Sept 6 | Time: Various Times

On-ground activities at the Oregon Zoo from June 12 to September 6. Listen to keepers talk about the animals, watch birds soar through the air, or pet a goat.


September 3-5 | 8 p.m.

Imagine watching your favorite flicks on a giant screen at the zoo! Adult (12-64) $9, Seniors (65 and over) $7.50, Children (3-11) $6, Infants (2 and under) are free. Members save $2 on each ticket.

This event is co-sponsored by Comcast and Michelob Light.

Rhinos

Zoofari
Friday, September 17 | Time: TBA

Become an Oregon Zoo ZooParent and join us for our annual behind-the-scenes tour night.

Choose from a group of featured animals and get a chance to meet the keepers, see the animals up close and learn more about their care. You might learn how fast a black rhinoceros can run or why polar bears don't eat penguins. For information call 503-220-5738.

Senior Safari Presented by Providence Health Plan
Tuesday, September 21 | Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

A special day of free admission and train rides for seniors and their companions.

Refreshments, petting zoo, animal talks, live music and entertainment by seniors. For information, call 503-226-1561.

World Animal Festival PRESENTED BY WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY FOUNDATION
Saturday-Sunday, September 25-26 & October 2-3| Time: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

This multi-cultural celebration is an exciting showcase of how various cultures around the world revere and celebrate animals.

Local cultural groups will present animal folklore to zoo guests in a variety of ways, including performance art, craft making, educational activities and art exhibits.

Free with regular zoo admission. For information, call 503-226-1561.

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