Southwick's Zoo, More than a Zoo

Join us this week for the Summer Concert Series at Southwick's Zoo!

Enjoy live music from local big band Shady Armadillo while overlooking the African Plains, a cash bar, concessions, and ZooVibes (after-hours access to the zoo and a ride on the Skyfari Sky Ride)

Purchase your tickets online for a discounted price! For more information, visit: https://reservations.southwickszoo.net/Info.aspx?EventID=32

✨GIVEAWAY ALERT✨

Here's your chance to add to that collection with three sizes of Galliford's/Wild Events/Southwick's Zoo branded glassware, the perfect option for your chilled adult beverage or the kiddo's juice! ALSO, a $50 gift certificate to Galliford's Restaurant and (2) VIP tickets to The Savanna Grille (8/3) featuring Timmy Brown (reserved seating next to the music and complimentary ride on the Skyfari - weather permitting)

TO WIN: Make sure you "like" Galliford's on Facebook, comment, and share this post for the best chances!

One lucky winner to be announced Thursday, July 25th at noon.

Good luck!

Wild Events Southwick's Zoo, More than a Zoo

Happy Zoo Keeper Appreciation Week!

At Southwick’s Zoo, our dedicated and passionate zookeepers are the heart and soul of everything we do. From early morning feedings to late-night check-ups, they work tirelessly to ensure our animals receive the best care possible.

This week, we're celebrating the incredible work of our zookeepers who go above and beyond every single day. Their dedication, knowledge, and love for animals make Southwick’s Zoo a special place for both our residents and visitors.

Join us in giving a big THANK YOU to our zookeepers for their hard work and commitment!

Stay tuned as we highlight their stories and the amazing work they do throughout the week.



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Happy Take a Monkey to Lunch Day!

Join us at Southwick's Zoo to celebrate and bring awareness to our playful primate friends. Learn about our amazing monkeys while enjoying a fun-filled day at the zoo!

Does all this heat have you dreaming of colder days?

Join us on the weekends of July 20-21 and July 27-28 for Christmas in July! Enjoy winter-themed displays, special Keeper Talks & Shows, a Holiday Scavenger Hunt, and live music for the whole family.

And of course, no Christmas celebration is complete without a visit from Santa Claus! Meet the jolly man in red, share your holiday wishes early, and snap a memorable photo!

And, as a special holiday surprise... use promo code "HOHOHO" when purchasing tickets online for $3 off admission! Promo code is applicable for online tickets only, expires July 28.

Southwick's Zoo, More than a Zoo A treasured New England experience for over 55 years!

Happy birthday to Dolly, the Reticulated Giraffe! Here's a throwback to when she was just a year old!

Staring Contest Go!

Happy Caturday!

The Skyfari Sky Ride is still temporarily closed for maintenance and will remain closed throughout the weekend.

A huge shout out to our maintenance crew for their work on keeping our rides & attractions safe and enjoyable for guests throughout the season!

Please reach out to our guest services team with any questions.

The Skyfari Sky Ride is temporarily closed for maintenance. Please reach out to our guest services team with any questions.

Here's a reminder to eat your greens!

Southwick's Zoo is thrilled to announce the arrival of its newest residents – a lively troupe of Spider Monkeys! Visitors are invited to come and meet these fascinating primates, who are now swinging into action in their new habitat at the zoo.

Guests can now explore the newly designed habitat tailored to the monkeys' needs, providing ample space for climbing, swinging, and exploration, ensuring their well-being and natural behaviors are supported.

The Skyfari Sky Ride is temporarily closed for maintenance. Please reach out to our guest services team with any questions.

🌞 LAST DAY TO BEAT THE HEAT! 🌞

From Monday, July 15th to Thursday, July 18th, enjoy $5 off General Admission with our special promo code "HEATWAVE"! Use it online or at the gate to get the discount.

For a day filled with family fun and adventure, visit New England's Largest Zoo! For tickets: https://reservations.southwickszoo.net/Info.aspx?EventID=9



*Discount Valid from 7/15 - 7/18 ONLY.

Head to this summer with a Central MA Passport to Summer Fun! ☀️✨

You’ll get $2 off admission, a stamp on your passport and you’ll be one step closer to entering for the fabulous Grand Prize, which includes 1-Year Family Memberships, free passes and even more perks at some of the region’s best destinations for families!

Full details are at DiscoverCentralMA.org/Passport2SummerFun/

🌞 Beat the heat this week at Southwick's Zoo! 🌞

From Monday, July 15th to Thursday, July 18th, enjoy $5 off General Admission with our special promo code "HEATWAVE"! Use it online or at the gate to get the discount.

For a day filled with family fun and adventure, visit New England's Largest Zoo! For tickets: https://reservations.southwickszoo.net/Info.aspx?EventID=9



*Discount Valid from 7/15 - 7/18 ONLY.

Time for a bird bath!

Looking to beat the heat just like our bird friends?

From Monday, July 15th to Thursday, July 18th, enjoy $5 off General Admission with our special promo code "HEATWAVE"! Use it online or at the gate to get the discount.

For a day filled with family fun and adventure, visit New England's Largest Zoo! For tickets: https://reservations.southwickszoo.net/Info.aspx?EventID=9



*Discount Valid from 7/15 - 7/18 ONLY.

The Central MA Passport to Summer Fun is here and you get ✅ exclusive discounts AND ✅ the chance to win fantastic prizes ☀️ Get ready to make unforgettable memories at the region’s top destinations!

PARTICIPATING ATTRACTIONS:
🪷 New England Botanic Garden: Stroll through beautiful gardens at and discover the diverse plant life of New England.
🐑 Old Sturbridge Village: Step back in time and experience life in a rural New England town during the 1830s at .
🧵 Samuel Slater Experience: Dive into history at and explore the legacy of Samuel Slater, the “Father of the American Industrial Revolution.”
🦒 Southwick’s Zoo: Encounter exotic animals and enjoy a fun-filled day at , New England’s largest zoological experience.
🖼️ Worcester Art Museum: Travel across time and space through art at . Experience a wide-ranging collection and exhibitions that tell global stories - from art made thousands of years ago to works being created today.

HOW IT WORKS:
1️⃣ Get a free passport - download and print your own from our website (🔗 link in bio) or you can request it be mailed to you.
2️⃣ Complete Your Passport - Visit at least 3 participating attractions once to complete your passport with a stamp from each location (✨More stamps = bonus entry for the grand prize)
3️⃣ Mail your completed passport to our office by 9/4. Winners will be announced on 9/6.

GRAND PRIZE:
🏆 A family membership to New England Botanical Garden, Old Sturbridge Village, and Samuel Slater Experience ➕ A value pass with rides from Southwick’s Zoo ➕ 4 passes to Worcester Art Museum ❕❕❕

🏆 2nd and 3rd Place Prizes: Gift baskets featuring discounts and free passes from each attraction.

Happy World Snake Day!

The purpose of this day is to celebrate these incredible reptiles and spread awareness of the need for their conservation. Celebrate these amazing reptiles at Southwick's Zoo!

Plan your visit today at southwickszoo.com.

🌞 Beat the heat this week at Southwick's Zoo! 🌞

From Monday, July 15th to Thursday, July 18th, enjoy $5 off General Admission with our special promo code "HEATWAVE"! Use it online or at the gate to get the discount.

For a day filled with family fun and adventure, visit New England's Largest Zoo! For tickets: https://reservations.southwickszoo.net/Info.aspx?EventID=9



*Discount Valid from 7/15 - 7/18 ONLY.

Southwick's Zoo, More than a Zoo A treasured New England experience for over 55 years!

Looking for the perfect snack while you explore the zoo? Stop by the Snack Factory for a Ben's Pretzel, handmade by our zoo crew! We are proud to offer these mouthwatering pretzels, made fresh every day! Stop by to try one of these fluffy and oh-so-delectable pretzels

Today! The Summer Concert Series continues this week at Southwick's Zoo!

Enjoy live music from local stars Jeffrey Thomas and The Ultimate Band while overlooking the African Plains, a cash bar, concessions, and ZooVibes (after-hours access to the zoo and a ride on the Skyfari Sky Ride)

Purchase your tickets online for a discounted price! For more information, visit: https://reservations.southwickszoo.net/Info.aspx?EventID=32

High above in the sky, catching a glimpse of these cheetahs cuddling on the Skyfari Sky Ride! Moments like these make every ride unforgettable.

Don’t miss out! The Summer Concert Series continues this week at Southwick's Zoo!

Enjoy live music from local stars Jeffrey Thomas and The Ultimate Band while overlooking the African Plains, a cash bar, concessions, and ZooVibes (after-hours access to the zoo and a ride on the Skyfari Sky Ride)

Purchase your tickets online for a discounted price! For more information, visit: https://reservations.southwickszoo.net/Info.aspx?EventID=32