The Wild Animal Park

11/10/2026

🎁 Looking for a gift that’s a little more unforgettable this holiday season? Give the gift of an experience at The Wild Animal Park! 🐾

Our walkthrough zoo and drive-thru safari may be closed for the season, but our private animal encounters are available 7 days a week!

From getting up close with a sloth to playing with otters and feeding a rhino, there’s an experience for everyone on your list. 🦥🦦🦏

Book here: thewildpark.com

11/10/2026

Two rhinos. One extraordinary mission. Could southern white rhinos help bring their northern cousins back from the brink of extinction? 🦏🌍

Episode 9 of BEYOND THE WILD is streaming now!

Watch the full episode at the link below, and make sure you subscribe for new episodes every Sunday at 8pm! 👇
https://youtu.be/aymdBKZLwKY

11/09/2026

Meet Bert and Ernie. They're twins, they're inseparable, and together they weigh about 3,000 pounds. 🦏🦏

Episode 9 of BEYOND THE WILD is streaming now!

Watch the full episode at the link below, and make sure you subscribe for new episodes every Sunday at 8pm! 👇
https://youtu.be/aymdBKZLwKY

11/09/2026

Some friendships are bigger than others. From 3,000-pound best buddies to capybaras who do everything together, life at The Wild is better in pairs. 🦏❤️

Episode 9 of BEYOND THE WILD is streaming now!

Watch the full episode at the link below, and make sure you subscribe for new episodes every Sunday at 8pm! 👇
https://youtu.be/aymdBKZLwKY

11/09/2026

Could these rhinos help bring a species back from the brink? 🦏🌍

Meet Bert and Ernie, two southern white rhinos with a connection to one of conservation's biggest challenges. And if you thought Peanut Butter and Jelly were the perfect pairing, wait until you meet these capybaras!

Come for the cuteness, stay for the conservation.

Episode 9 of BEYOND THE WILD is officially LIVE!

Watch the full episode at the link below, and make sure you subscribe for new episodes every Sunday at 8pm! 👇

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11/08/2026

If this video doesn't make you want to run, we don't know what will! 🦒
Our 2027 season passes are officially available so run over to our online store and grab yours. Season passes are the perfect gift for the animal lover in your life (or yourself!) 🎟️
While you're here, enjoy a little throwback to Kirk and Alana's baby days and zoomies. 🥹
Safe to say they haven't lost their need for speed!

2027 Season Passes are available NOW!
Purchase here: https://the-wild-animal-park.myshopify.com/collections/season-passes-day-passes-and-gift-certificates

11/07/2026

🦬 Happy National Bison Day!

Today celebrates one of North America’s most iconic and important species: the American bison!

Bison have played a vital role in North America’s grassland ecosystems for thousands of years. As a keystone species, they help maintain healthy grasslands through grazing, naturally fertilizing the soil, dispersing seeds, and creating habitats that benefit countless other species. Their history is also deeply connected to Indigenous cultures and the natural heritage of our continent.

We have a little extra reason to celebrate our bison here at The Wild! Our very own Samantha made headlines as a mom when she gave birth to rare twin calves last year. While bison twins are uncommon, both little ones are now thriving, growing strong, and doing great! ♥️

11/06/2026

Chicken or steak? The big cats at The Wild have quite the menu. 🥩🐅

Episode 8 of BEYOND THE WILD is streaming now!

Watch the full episode at the link below, and make sure you subscribe for new episodes every Sunday at 8pm! 👇
https://youtu.be/4erc53W66AA

11/06/2026

Double the capybara fun! 🥜🍇

Peanut Butter & Jelly are waiting to meet you! Come spend some time with our favorite capybara duo during one of our up-close capybara encounters. It’s a chance to learn more about these unique animals while getting to know their personalities!

🥬 What have you always wanted to know about capybaras? What’s Jelly’s favorite snack? Do they like scratches? Do they really love the water? Drop your questions in the comments below!

We’re going to put together a video answering as many of your questions as possible, so ask away! 👇

📍 The Wild Animal Park | Chittenango, NY
Book your capybara encounter today!

https://thewildpark.com/encounters/

11/05/2026

And just like that, another season in the books! ❤️
To everyone who visited, supported us, shared our posts, and spent part of your year with us, THANK YOU! We are so grateful for every guest who walked through our gates and helped make this season so special. We couldn’t do it without you! 🐾

We also have a bittersweet announcement to share. After much consideration, we have decided not to host Winter Wonderland of Lights this year. Unfortunately, weather conditions over the past two years have greatly impacted the event, making it difficult to deliver the experience we want for our guests. We know this has become a holiday tradition for many, and this decision certainly wasn’t an easy one.

But the holiday magic isn’t going away just yet! 🎅✨ Our sister property, The Haven of the Wild, will be hosting Breakfast with Santa on weekends beginning after Thanksgiving! We hope you’ll join us for some holiday cheer, festive fun, and a chance to make a few more memories with us this season.