Detroit Zoo

Connection starts here. Opening May 23, Fred and Barbara Erb Discovery Trails invites you to touch, climb, play and explore across seven acres — with hands-on learning, new animal encounters and immersive experiences. Be among the first to experience it: detroitzoo.org/discovery-trai…

Cold weather closure! 🥶 Due to forecasted temperatures and to ensure the safety of our guests, staff and the animals in our care, the Zoo will be closed on Friday, Jan. 23 and Saturday, Jan. 24. Stay warm, and we will see you soon!

The Detroit Zoological Society is honored to announce a $6 million grant from the Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation — one of the most significant contributions in our history. In recognition of this extraordinary gift, the Zoo’s upcoming immersive guest experience will be named the Fred and Barbara Erb Discovery Trails, scheduled to open in 2026. To learn more visit us at: ow.ly/8UUO50X7aHH

Where Lions Meet 🏈🦁 On Saturday, Sept. 20 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., we’re bringing the roar to Royal Oak for Lions Day at the Detroit Zoo. • Performances with the @Lions Cheer Team (11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of the Ron Kagan Wildlife Interpretive Gallery) • A special lions-themed education station (11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the lion habitat) • A Zookeeper Chat (11:30 a.m. at the lion habitat) • A meet-and-greet with a Detroit Lions special guest (Noon to 1 p.m. at the Renaissance Circle by Rackham Fountain) • Appearances by Roary the mascot (2:30 to 3:30 p.m.) • An appearance from the Detroit Lions Drumline (in front of the Ron Kagan Wildlife Interpretive Gallery) • and more! 🎟️ Included with Zoo admission | Free for members 👉 ow.ly/jsl050WVQn5

🔑 Zoo Keys are BACK at the Detroit Zoo! 🦍🦏🎉 After more than a decade, Zoo Keys have returned and are available for just $4 at the Detroit Zoo Shop, main gate ticket booths and other attractions around the Zoo!

@ImJustShaffe Thank you for your question! Bactrian camels are specially adapted to handle different temperature extremes. In the winters, they grow a thick coat of hair to protect them from the cold and in the summers they shed that coat to stay cool. What you're seeing is that shed!

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We truly appreciate your patience and understanding during this brief, weather-related closure. Your safety — along with the well-being of our staff and the animals in our care — remains our top priority. We can’t wait to see you again soon!

We’re back! After carefully monitoring the weather and confirming safe conditions, we’re excited to announce that we’ll reopen to the public on Thursday, Jan. 23 during our regular daytime hours.

Be sure to visit our website to plan your future visits to the Zoo! detroitzoo.org

UPDATE: The Zoo will remain closed on Wednesday, Jan. 22 due to the forecasted frigid temperatures. Guests who pre-purchased a Zoo ticket for Jan. 21 or 22 will have their ticket honored for daytime Zoo admission on any future visit.

Cold weather closure! 🥶 Due to forecasted temperatures and to ensure the safety of our guests, staff and the animals in our care, the Zoo will be closed on Tuesday, Jan. 21. Stay warm, and we will see you soon!

We are so excited to welcome Kalu to the Pride! #OnePride #DetroitZoo

Coming in 2026 👀 something new! Introducing Discovery Trails: An immersive, educational 7-acre experience featuring new animal habitats 🐐, hands-on encounters 👋, sensory-friendly spaces 👂, nature-inspired adventures 🌳 and more! Discover even more: bit.ly/4hb6Aj1

That feeling when the @tigers are playing October baseball for the first time in a decade🐯 ⚾ 🐅 LET'S GO TIGERS! #RepDetroit

❗ BREAKING NEWS.... WE HAVE A WINNER! 🦍 MOTEMA (pronounced MO-TEM-A) has been selected by our great gorilla fans as the name of the newest baby who calls the Zoo home! Come see Motema and the rest of the gorilla troop today!

Double the fun! ❤️ ❤️ The nestbox is turning into a red panda play yard and Mama Ginger has to work double time to keep up! If they aren't sleeping or nursing, the cubs are wrestling with each other or playing with their enrichment toys.

Make history by helping to name the very first gorilla born at the Detroit Zoo! For a $10 donation to support SAFE Gorilla, you can cast a vote for your favorite! This special girl needs a special name – so cast your vote today: bit.ly/4cD2Q6k Voting is through Sept. 9

Bandia has embraced motherhood in a big way and the pair are doing great! She now has the choice to stay in the privacy of the indoor gorilla habitat or venture out to the yard – meaning guests may be able to see mom and baby!

This precious moment marks a momentous occasion — Bandia is now the proud mother of the first gorilla born at the Detroit Zoo in our 96-year history! The baby is healthy and thriving under her attentive care and the supervision of our dedicated animal care team.