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Lower Valley Appreciation Days

All residents living in the Lower Valley will be able to visit the Zoo for the special admission price. The Lower Valley includes: Arroyo City, Bayview, Bluetown, Brownsville, Calaboz, Carricitos, Combes, El Ranchito, Harlingen, La Feria, La Leona, La Paloma, La Tina, Laguna Heights, Laguna Vista, Lantana, Las Rusias, Las Yescas, Laureles, Los Coyotes, Los Fresnos, Los Indios, Lozano, Lyford, Matamoros, Mexico, Monte Grande, Olmito, Porfirio, Port Isabel, Port Mansfield, Primera, Rancho Viejo, Rangerville, Raymondville, Rio Hondo, Russelltown, San Benito, San Pedro, San Perlita, Santa Monica, Sebastian, South Padre Island and Willamar. Residents will need to show proof of residency. Identification [...]

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Boo at the Zoo

The Gladys Porter Zoo will hold its 28th annual “Boo at the Zoo” celebration Sunday, October 30th and Monday, October 31st from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Become a Zoo member and you are eligible to come in early during the members’ only hour from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Come out for a ghoulish good time at this alternative way to trick-or-treat – perfect for kids, teens and families alike! Boo at the Zoo guests of all ages are encouraged to come out in their favorite Halloween costumes. There will be more than 50 different game and treat stations. Boo at the [...]

Brew at the ZOO

Gladys Porter Zoo 500 E Ringgold St,, BROWNSVILLE, TX, United States

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2023 Ridley Rush 1 Mile Fun Run

Gladys Porter Zoo 500 E Ringgold St,, BROWNSVILLE, TX, United States

7th Annual Ridley Rush Fun Run Supports Sea Turtle Conservation Gladys Porter Zoo is back with its annual fun run to support sea turtle conservation. The Ridley Rush 1-Mile Fun Run will take place on Saturday, June 10th at 8 a.m. at the Gladys Porter Zoo. Proceeds from this event directly benefit the Bi-National Kemp’s ridley sea turtle conservation project that the Zoo oversees in the state of Tamaulipas where 95% of the worldwide Kemp’s ridley nesting occurs. The 1-mile route takes guests through the scenic Gladys Porter Zoo as they encounter obstacles that hatchlings must endure in their rush to the [...]

Winter Texan Discount Day

Winter Texan Discount Day is a day set aside each year to celebrate and honor Winter Texans. On this day alone, out-of-state residents can visit the Gladys Porter Zoo for the low price of only $8.00. At this event, the Zoo offers free activities with paid admission or membership, entertainment, refreshments, and door prizes. Booths will be set up in the special events building with information on different places to visit in Brownsville and the rest of the Rio Grande Valley. It is a day full of fun and a perfect time for visiting residents to enjoy the Valley’s very own [...]

$8.00
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Wild Tales

One of the highest zoo attendance days for February is the day we hold our literacy event, Wild Tales. Over 3,000 people are present for the literacy and reading activities. The live animals and children’s book authors are the two main draws to the event. Over 1,000 children’s books are given out free to young readers. The Zoo also offers a discounted school admission rate for all guests on this day: $6.00 for elementary and middle school students, $6.00 for high school and college students, and $7.00 for adults. The event is free with paid Zoo admission. Members get in free. [...]

Jr. Zookeeper Camp

This Spring Break, your child can join the few, the proud, and the hard-working zookeepers at the Gladys Porter Zoo! Find out what it takes to take care of wild animals and help with some of the daily chores at the Zoo. The camp ends with a Starlight Safari Sleepover where kids can spend the night at the Zoo and learn about nocturnal animals. Jr. Zookeeper Camp-March 11th -15th (Mon - Fri) - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Starlight Safari Sleepover-March 16th (Sat) - 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 a.m. Children must be 7 years or older to participate. To register or [...]

Ocelot Run 5K / 1 Mile

The Gladys Porter Zoo is back with their annual 5K and 1-mile fun run to support ocelot conservation. The Ocelot 5K Run will take place on March 5th starting at 7:30 a.m., and the 1-Mile fun run will start at 8:30 a.m. at the Gladys Porter Zoo. The 5K run will be timed and the route will take guests through some of the most popular areas around the Mitte Cultural District before leading them into the scenic Gladys Porter Zoo for the final stretch. The 1-mile route will take guests through a fun and colorful run around the Zoo.

$35.00

Ocelot Conservation Day

Gladys Porter Zoo 500 E Ringgold St,, BROWNSVILLE, TX, United States

Join us in celebrating the beautiful ocelot of the Rio Grande Valley at Ocelot Conservation Day!  The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Friends of Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge and the Gladys Porter Zoo are hosting a special day to highlight ocelots, the small, wild cats native to South Texas. There will be a variety of fun ocelot related activities for families to enjoy.  The event is free with regular paid admission or Zoo membership.

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Bunny Corral & Easter Animal Playday

Easter Fun at the Gladys Porter Zoo During Easter weekend, hop on over to the Gladys Porter Zoo! From March 30th & 31st, visitors can enjoy the annual Bunny Corral and Animal Play Day. Guests can visit the Bunny Corral, which will be across from Small World! Zoo staff will set up a cozy corral These adorable bunnies will be available to pet on March 30th & 31st from 10:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. Docents and Zoo staff will be at hand to answer any questions about these furry creatures. Zookeepers will be conducting an Animal Play Day on March 31st. Please [...]

Gladys Porter Zoo

  • Address
    500 E Ringgold St
    Brownsville, TX 78520

  • (956) 546-7187
  • info@gpz.org
  • Monday - Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Extended Spring Break Hours
    Saturday-Sunday March 9-10 & 16-17:
    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Admissions

Prices Ranges:
  • Adults: $17.00 – $19.00
  • Children: (2-13) $11.00 – $13.00
  • Children under 2 free
  • Seniors (over 65): $15.00 – $17.00
(Prices vary depending on the day of the visit.)

Visitor Resources

Education Department

  • Summer Safari
  • Starlight Safari Sleepover
  • Summer Teen Program
  • SCHOOL GROUPS
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