It's a Flamingo Baby Shower!
Three flamingo chicks were recently born at the Columbus Zoo, and we want you to help us celebrate!
August 19, 2026, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Shores and Aquarium region
- See the chicks in person
- Symbolically ADOPT a flamingo (exclusive for the party)
- Learn about flamingo enrichment
Thanks to OhioHealth for supporting this celebration. The Flamingo Baby Shower is included with Zoo admission.
Dive into the depths of the oceans!
Explore the rocky coastline and discover animals that call different bodies of water "home" at the Shores and Aquarium. Then, slither over to the historic Reptile Building and snake your way through the different regions of the world where lizards, turtles, and other reptiles live.
Area Features
The Columbus Zoo is open all year long, and there's something different to do and see each time!
Check back here for seasonal updates.
Meet Stubby!
Stubby is our resident foster mom to calves from Florida going through rehabilitation. She has helped raise over 30 manatees before they were re-released!
Keep Your Eyes Open!
Many areas of the Shores and Aquarium region feature several different animal species, like stingrays who like to shimmy along the glass in front of Zoo guests.
Check Out the Reptile Building
Visit the historic Reptile Building at the Columbus Zoo, and learn about a variety of reptile and amphibian species, including turtles, snakes, lizards, and more!
Coming in 2029: The John F. Wolfe Aquarium!
Wolfe Aquarium will be the largest in Ohio with over 1 million gallons of seawater and freshwater, featuring 10,000+ animals, 300+ species, and aquatic ecosystems from around the world - from the local Scioto River to the Earth's mighty oceans.
