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Monday 10am - 5pm Tuesday 10am - 5pm Wednesday 10am - 5pm Thursday 10am - 5pm Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday 10am - 5pm Sunday 10am - 5pm

Zoo New York

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Zoo New York is dedicated to educating the community on animals that are native to the Empire State!

Offering a variety of educational and interactive experiences. A 12-acre Zoo focusing on the conservation of New York's indigenous wildlife.

10/31/2026

🎃 HAPPY HALLOWEEN from Zoo New York! 🐾

Wishing you a day full of treats, just enough tricks, and absolutely no squirrels running off with your Halloween candy! 😂

Whether you're dressing up, handing out candy, or conducting very important quality-control inspections of the chocolate bowl, we hope you have a SPOOKTACULAR day!

🧡👇 What are you dressing up as this year?

10/30/2026

🍂🐾 NEW SEASON, NEW ZOO HOURS!

As the North Country temperatures start dropping, we're making a few changes to our schedule!

Beginning Monday, November 2nd, Zoo New York will transition to our seasonal hours:
🗓️ OPEN Thursday – Sunday
⏰ 11 AM – 3 PM
🚫 CLOSED Monday – Wednesday

The days may be getting shorter and the weather a little chillier, but there's still plenty to see and discover at Zoo New York! So grab your favorite cozy jacket, bundle up the family, and come enjoy some fresh air with our amazing animal residents! 🦦🦊

✨ And don't forget to check out the Events Calendar at
https://zoonewyork.org/events-calendar
We've got some exciting things coming up, and you won't want to miss out on the fun!
We look forward to seeing you at the Zoo! 💚

📍 Zoo New York at Thompson Park, Watertown
Get tickets online at zoonewyork.org

10/30/2026

A HUGE thank you to Jones' Machine Shop LLC for stepping up and lending their time, talent, and expertise to Zoo New York! 🐾❤️

Preparing a home for our new mountain lion cubs takes a lot of behind-the-scenes work, and we're incredibly grateful to have community partners willing to roll up their sleeves and help make it happen!

Your generosity and craftsmanship mean so much to our team (and our newest furry residents)! 🐾

Thank you for being part of the Zoo New York family and helping us make a difference, one project at a time! ❤️👏

10/29/2026

🐾 A LITTLE THURSDAY ZOO JOY!

Sometimes all you need to brighten your day is a smile!
No breaking news. No big announcement. Just a little cuteness to help you survive the home stretch to Friday. 😂

👇 Which Zoo New York animal could you sit and watch for HOURS?

Plan your visit at zoonewyork.org
Visit 1000 Islands

10/28/2026

Exciting News from Zoo New York!

We're pleased to announce that Gabriel Yerdon has been named the next Executive Director of Zoo New York, effective November 16, 2026!

With a strong background in wildlife conservation, animal care, and community partnerships, Gabriel brings valuable experience and a passion for connecting people with the natural world.

Please join us in welcoming Gabriel to the Zoo New York family! 💚
👇 Read the full announcement below!

10/28/2026

☀️🦎 WISHLIST WEDNESDAY! 🐾

It's getting chilly here in the North Country, but some of our reptile residents prefer things a little more on the tropical side!

This week's wishlist items are 100W UVA/UVB reptile heat lamps!

These special bulbs help provide the warmth and ultraviolet light that many reptiles need to stay healthy and comfortable.

💚 Want to help us keep our cold-blooded friends feeling warm and cozy?
🛒 Check them out here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0778F753P

Every little bit helps, and we're so grateful for our amazing Zoo community! 🐾

10/27/2026

🎃🐻 Who needs carving tools when you've got claws, paws, and a REALLY good appetite? 😂

Our bears have been working on their jack-o'-lantern masterpieces, and while we can't promise they'll win any pumpkin-carving contests, they're definitely enjoying the process! Apparently, the best part of carving a pumpkin is eating your artwork. 🎨🐻

🎃 What do you think? Should we enter them in a pumpkin-carving contest?

10/27/2026

🎃🍂 We're joining the Halloween fun this Saturday! 🐾

Zoo New York is excited to be part of the Harvest & Haunts Family Fest at Watertown Garden Center & Landscape Supply with North Country Nightmares Haunted Hayride on Saturday, October 31st!

We'll be there from 2–4 PM, and we're hoping to bring along a few of our amazing animal ambassadors for you to meet! 🦉🐢🐾 (Of course, our animal friends' attendance will depend on the weather!)

There's plenty of fall fun planned for the whole family, including games, a scavenger hunt, costume contests, bounce houses, and more!

📍 Watertown Garden Center | 17940 US Route 11, Watertown
📅 Saturday, October 31st
⏰ Zoo New York: 2–4 PM

Come enjoy some Halloween fun and stop by to say hello to your friends from Zoo New York! 🧡

10/26/2026

Due to some habitat maintenance today, October 26th, both Ricky and Nash will be off exhibit. It is necessary for their health and safety so while they won't be visible to the public they will be together behind the scenes enjoying some extra enrichment from the staff. They will be back tomorrow for all our guests to see. Thank you for your understanding!

Address

1 Thompson Park
Watertown, NY
13601

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm
Sunday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+13157826180

Website

http://www.zoonewyork.org/

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