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Philadelphia Zoo Kicks Off 2026 Spring Season with New Species and Landmark Attractions

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PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Philadelphia Zoo is shaking off the winter chill with a major slate of spring openings and events designed to coincide with the region's America 250 festivities.


Philadelphia Zoo Kicks Off 2026 Spring Season with New Species and Landmark Attractions
Philadelphia Zoo Kicks Off 2026 Spring Season with New Species and Landmark Attractions

What’s New:

Holiday Highlights: The Zoo will host its annual Bunny Brunch (March 29 & April 5) and Easter Egg Hunts (April 3–5). Additionally, the Egg-cellent Egg Search—a self-guided scavenger hunt across the campus—runs from March 28 through April 12 and is included with standard admission.

Conservation Challenge: In honor of the country’s 250th anniversary, the Zoo has launched a goal of 250,000 "Actions for Animals." Guests are encouraged to participate in wildlife surveys and litter clean-ups to help save wildlife while they explore the 42-acre gardens.

Tickets for all events, including the Virtual Reality "Wild Explorer" experience and Bunny Brunch, are available now at philadelphiazoo.org.