Wells Fargo Summer Concert Series at the Oregon Zoo
Mid-Week Concerts
Wednesday and Thursday evening concerts, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. featuring a variety of jazz, folk and ethnic music. Picnic on terraced lawns in the outdoor amphitheater. Concerts are free with regular zoo admission, subject to maximum capacity.
Weekend Concerts
A series featuring the finest singers, song writers and hottest acts.
June 9 & 10, 2001 Grand Opening of Cold Blooded Kingdom
July 21, 2001 Zoolala 2001: A Survival Odyssey Celebrating a Future for Endangered Species
The Oregon Zoo Foundation's annual fund-raising event features cuisine from the Northwest's finest restaurants, a top-notch auction and fabulous entertainment. Set at the beautiful Oregon Zoo, Zoolala promises to be a magical evening for all that attend. For more information on this spectacular event, call 220-2492.
September 18, 2001 Senior Safari
A special day of free admission and train rides for seniors and their companion. Refreshments, live music and entertainment by seniors, petting zoo and animal talks.
September 29 & 30 / October 6 & 7, 2001 World Animal Festival
Sponsored by Weyerhaeuser
A multi-cultural celebration of animals, featuring crafts, games, art exhibits, demonstrations, animal talks, and more. Free with regular zoo admission.
October 27 & 28, 2001 Howloween at the Zoo
A trick-or-treat extravaganza, featuring an interactive scavenger hunt for treats. Free with regular zoo admission.
November 30 - December 30, 2001 ZooLights Festival
Oregon Zoo celebrates the holiday season with thousands of lights, animated animal silhouettes and music by local school, church and professional choirs. Visitors can ride the decorated zoo train and meet our costumed characters. A model train display with whistling trains, hills, valleys and tunnels provided by a model train group is on exhibit. The zoo's restaurant features special holiday fare. Closed Dec. 24 and 25.
Co-sponsored by Old Navy, with generous support from WB32, KEX, K103, Z100 and K-news.
March 2002 Bear Fair
Come out of hibernation just in time for spring break. Children are invited to bring their teddy bears to this entertaining and educational event. While visiting the zoo's three bear exhibits and activity stations, they will learn interesting facts about bears and bear habitat. Free with regular zoo admission.
April 2002 Packys 40th Birthday Party
Presented by AT&T Broadband & Internet Services
10 a.m. 4 p.m.
Help Portland's famous elephant celebrate his birthday. Wear floppy elephant ears, sing "Happy Birthday" and watch Packy eat his cake. Games and birthday cake for all. Birthday song and cake at 2 p.m. Free with regular zoo admission.
April 2002 Rabbit Romp
9 a.m. 3 p.m.
A spring eggstravaganza for children 3 to 10 years of age. Egg hunts occur every 20 minutes in every age group. Games, crafts, petting zoo, puppets, whimsical displays and more. Free with regular zoo admission.
April 2002 Bowling for Rhinos
An event to save the endangered rhinoceros and its unique habitat. Organized by the Portland Chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK). Show your support for this worthwhile and successful conservation program. It's easy to participate! Bowl with us or sponsor a bowler(s).
April 2002 Earth Day Fun Run and Environmental Fair
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Join us for an Earth Day Fun Run sponsored by the Green House Network and the Oregon Zoo. Afterwards, enjoy an environmental fair with music and activities.
May 2002 Oregon Safe Kids Day
9 a.m. 4 p.m.
To kick off National Safe Kids Week, Oregon Safe Kids Day will feature exhibits, safety tips and hands-on activities for children and parents. National Safe Kids Week is an annual event that highlights prevention of childhood injuries. Free with regular zoo admission.
May 2002 The Zoos For You
9 a.m. 2 p.m.
A free day for persons with disabilities and their escorts to showcase how accessible the zoo is for everyone. Free train rides, music, snacks and hands-on exhibits round out this fun day. Al Kader Shriner's and West Linn Lions Club join Oregon ZooGuides to assist with activities and wheelchair pushing.
May 2002 Celebrating Wildflowers
9 a.m. 5 p.m.
Join the Bureau of Land Management and the US Forest Service at the zoo for this fun and beautiful celebration of native wildflowers in the Northwest! Fun for everyone includes interactive exhibits, craft projects and activities for kids, and information about nature-scaping your garden! Free with regular zoo admission.
Revised 6/1/01