The Dallas Zoo’s Eighth Annual Feathers, Fur, & Scales Photography Contest

What’s more fun than coming to the Zoo and taking pictures of the animals? Nothing, right? Ever consider entering the Dallas Zoo’s Feathers, Fur, & Scales photo contest?
The contest officially begins April 1st and is open to everyone from children to experienced professionals. There’s an entry fee of $15.00 that enables you to enter up to 3 (three) 8x10 prints. All entries must be taken between the opening date and September 30, the closing date.
You can pick up a brochure at one of our sponsor locations or download the PDF from this site. Just make sure to tape an entry form on the back of each photograph you enter. You’ll find all of the contest rules in the brochure.
Entries should be mailed to Cathy Burkey c/o Dallas Zoological Society, Dallas Zoo Photography Contest, 650 South R.L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas, Texas 75203.
So gather up your camera gear and arrive early when the animals are frisky. Remember, our animals like to say “Cheese!” Learn More!

Experience a Virtual tour of the new Giants of the savanna exhibit

Want to get a sneak peak at the new Giants of the Savanna? Check out the new virtual tour. Watch now!

dallas zoo's golden girls are home at the new giants of the savanna

Dallas Zoo’s six elephants are now all on-site, exploring their new savanna home and getting to know one another in time for the Memorial Day Grand Opening of the Giants of the Savanna habitat. Learn More!

Want to check out the dallas zoo on the go?
There's an app for that.

“The iPhone app is a great education tool for the Dallas Zoo,” said Greene. “When you’re at the Zoo you can follow our schedule on your iPhone. You’ll know to be at the elephant exhibit at 2:00 when a keeper is there talking about what our elephants are doing, what they’re eating, and what challenges wild elephants face in Africa. It will make the whole guest experience richer.”

The Dallas Zoo’s iPhone app is free, with information about hours, admission, parking, directions, maps that will help guests navigate exhibits at the Zoo, information about the Dallas Zoo’s animals, membership, educational programs, special events and more. To download, search “Dallas Zoo” on your iPhone. Learn More!

new volunteer opportunity! be a savanna volunteer

The opening of the exciting new multi-species exhibit, Giants of the Savanna, will offer Conservation Guides another area in which to engage the public and increase awareness of wildlife conservation.    

Learn More!

New at the Dallas Zoo - Camel rides!

Camel rides will now be available daily from
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Ride: $5.00

Souvenir Picture: $5.00

LOoking for a wild place to spend your vacation?

Enroll your child in the first camps to explore the new Giants of the Savanna! During June, July, and early August, the Dallas Zoo will offer single day and week-long summer camps for children entering PreK through 8th grade.

Early registration is now open for current Dallas Zoo members. Registration opens to the general public on March 22, 2010. Click here for more information.

Back by popular demand!

Our revamped Spring Preschool offers weekday and weekend options for your 3-5 year olds!  Children will have fun while learning all about nature, wildlife, and science in these immersive preschool classes that are aligned with both state and national standards in early childhood education. Click here for more information.

New Birthday Party Packages Now Booking!

Make your reservations now for the most unique birthday party in town!  From Zoo admission, private party area, and party favors to animal interactions, cake, and catering, there’s a party package that is sure to meet your needs and entertain your guests. 
Click here for more information.

TAKE YOUR VISIT TO THE NEXT LEVEL WITH A ZOO RANGER™ VIDEO TOUR

It’s the next best thing to a personal tour with the zookeepers! The Dallas Zoo has introduced a behind-the-scenes, full-color video tour of the Zoo that utilizes GPS technology to trigger entertaining and educational tour stop videos of key exhibits throughout the park. WFAA-TV anchor and longtime Zoo member Gloria Campos introduces the exhibits. Read more.

Lacerte Family Children's Zoo

Voted “Best Children’s Activity” by Dallas Child magazine, experience the natural world through touchable animals, arts & crafts, and playtime activities in a two-acre adventure of interactive fun for toddlers to pre-teens.
Click here for more about the hands-on fun.

Enjoy year-round free admission and parking, special member activities, discounts and more benefits, just for helping to support your animal friends through your Dallas Zoological Society membership. Join Now!