Monday, September 9, 2013
9:00am to 6:00pm
The
Toronto Zoo loves Seniors, so on September 9th Seniors, 65+, will
receive one complimentary
admission and one Zoomobile ride all day pass,
10% off at our Zootique and Panda Shops and 50%
off a Toronto Zoo One
Year Senior Membership*. Seniors can purchase, at Peacock Café, a
sandwich
and a small coffee or tea for only $3.99 plus tax! While here
don't forget to visit our Panda Interpretive
Centre as well as Er Shun
and Da Mao our two adorable giant panda pair! Please note that the first
Zoomobile departs from the main front entrance station at 9:15am and
the last Zoomobile of the day
departs at 5:30pm. Event subject to change
without notice.
*Discount applies to the ONE-YEAR senior membership categories (Senior & Senior Couple)
memberships only,
valid for in-person/on-site sale only AND valid only on Senior's Day,
Monday,
September 9, 2013. No rainchecks, not valid for TWO-YEAR
memberships, discount not applicable
on annual parking.
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UPCOMING EVENTS:
Sunday, September 8
REGISTRATION STILL OPEN!
Attend one of our 15 minute P.D. sessions to receive
free admission for yourself plus one guets, as well as the opportunity
to win a free class visit to the Zoo and complimentary gift.
*IMPORTANT:
Pre-registration is required for this event, along with a current
Ontario College of Teachers card or a Federation card and photo ID.
Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled P.D. session.
Saturday, September 14 and Sunday, September 15
White and Indian Rhino Exhibits
9:30am to 4:00pm
Toronto Zoo has 2 of the 5 species of rhinos that exist on the planet and their wild cousins need our help. Come out and be a part of the Zoo's conservation efforts and #helptherhinos. Learn about rhinos and their habitats and their role in their environments. Enjoy special Keeper Talks at 12:00pm and 2:00pm (Indian Rhino) and 1:00pm and 4:00pm (White Rhino).
Saturday, September 21
SOLD OUT
Our annual fundraiser run/walk for the Zoo! Open to
all runners, walkers, and fitness folk of all ages and abilities. Bring
the whole family for a day of fitness, fun and fundraising. Support the
Toronto Zoo and invite your friends, family and colleagues to pledge a
runner! For further information and start times CLICK HERE.
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MEDIA INFORMATION:
Da Mao, our male giant panda turned 5 years old!
On
Sunday, September 1, 2013, Da Mao, our male giant
panda, turned 5 years
old! To help make Da Mao feel
extra special on his first Canadian
Birthday many Zoo
visitors brought him special homemade birthday cards
and were
able to participate in a special scavenger hunt
to find some of Da
Mao's favorite animal friends,
participate in panda arts and crafts,
interpretive stations,
games, trivia, photo ops, complimentary face
painting
and more!
The giant panda keepers at the Toronto Zoo made Da
Mao a special number five 'panda pinata' filled with
treats AND a4-tiered birthday cake complete with
bamboo candles!
Photo Credit: Toronto Zoo
Photo Credit: Toronto Zoo
Photo Credit: Toronto Zoo
Bear Necessities: Ice. Food. Cubs. - Keep Voting!
The Toronto Zoo is proud
to be selected as one of the project's in Shell's FuellingChange
Initiative and YOU can help! In the running to win $100,000, the Bear
Necessities project will support polar bears through Toronto Zoo's
conservation, education and research programs.
Visit our Bear Necessities page at www.fuellingchange.com for exciting updates, photos and video of Hudson - a Toronto Zoo superstar! Vote NOW at www.fuellingchange.com
Toronto Zoo's Mobile Giving Has Launched in Support of Conservation!
The
Toronto Zoo launched its Mobile Giving program in early August - and
YOU can help support the Zoo with a simple text message. Making a $5.00
donation to support conservation at the Toronto Zoo is an easy as
texting ZOOPANDA to 41010. A one-time donation will be added to the donor's mobile phone bill. Call #416-392-9105 for more information!
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ZOO HOURS
Current Zoo Hours: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, daily. Last admissions one hour before closing.
The Toronto Zoo is open year round (except Dec. 25th).
ADMISSION FEES
General Admission (13-64 incl): $28 Seniors (65+): $23 Children (3-12): $18 Children (2 and under): FREE Prices include tax as applicable Parking is $10
For more information, contact Lesley Dean at (416) 392-5939.
Events and admission prices subject to change without notice. For general information visit torontozoo.com.
Toronto Zoo is
accredited by CAZA (Canada's Accredited Zoos and Aquariums). Look for
this logo whenever you visit a Canadian zoo as your assurance that you
are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for
animals, a great experience for you, and a better future for all living
things. For more information, visit caza.ca.
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