Experiences to remember
What’s Happening
Wildlife can be found at every turn, and the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium is no exception. Come experience all our wildlife has to offer!
Nov
15
thru
Jan
12
Presented by UPMC Health Plan
Wild Illuminations: A Holiday Lanterns Experience
5:30 PM to 10:00 PM
Dec
7
select btw.
Dec
22
Breakfast or Lunch with Santa
Dec
7
select btw.
Feb
23
Presented by Peoples
Penguins on Parade
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Dec
2
select btw.
Dec
10
Presented by UPMC Health Plan
Wild Illuminations Drive-Thru
5:30 PM to 10:00 PM
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African Elephant
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African Lion
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Aldabra Tortoise
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American Beaver
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Amur Tiger
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Barn Owl
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Black Rhinoceros
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Blacktip Reef Shark
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California Sea Lion
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Cheetah
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Flamingo
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Gentoo Penguin
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Grant's Zebra
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Komodo Dragon
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Kunekune Pig
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Macaroni Penguin
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Masai Giraffe
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Meerkat
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Ostrich
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Philippine Crocodile
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Polar Bear
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Pygmy Hippo
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Red Kangaroo
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Red Panda
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Visayan Warty Pig
African Elephant
African elephants are the largest living land-dwelling animals. They generally have no natural predators because of their great size.
Conservation
To make the world better for wildlife, the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium serves as a leader in uniting people to take conservation action.
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November 27, 2024
Holiday Giving Guide
A Season of Giving November 27, 2024As the winter holidays once again approach, gratitude and generosity take center stage. This holiday season, we invite you to join us in spreading joy, hope, and compassion for wildlife. It is because of…
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November 18, 2024
Mickey the Penguin Celebrates 40th Birthday
Light the Candles and Break Out the Fish! November 18, 2024Mickey, the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium’s oldest macaroni penguin, celebrated a remarkable 40th birthday on Sunday, November 17, 2024. The beloved bird is one of the oldest penguins in North…
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November 14, 2024
Make Spirits Bright with Wild Illuminations
Lanterns and Lights Unite for the Ultimate Light Show November 14, 2024The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium makes spirits bright this holiday season with Wild Illuminations: A Holiday Lantern Experience, presented by UPMC Health Plan, select nights November 15 – January…
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October 10, 2024
First Phase of Master Plan Revealed
A Road Map for Reaching New Heights October 10, 2024The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium has big plans for one wild future – an ambitious two-decade master plan that will revitalize the entire Highland Park campus, focusing on the well-being of…
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September 27, 2024
The Eagles Have Landed at the Pittsburgh Zoo
Liberty and Justice for All September 27, 2024 The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium salutes the addition of the national bird to its roll call of residents - a pair of rescued bald eagles. The male, Justice, and the female, Liberty,…
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