We are purrfectly pleased to welcome all superheroes, comic fans, and cat enthusiasts to join us for Cat Conservation Day presented by Network Health on Friday, August 15^th from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Proceeds from this family-friendly event will support conservation of threatened and endangered cat species around the world, including African lions and snow leopards, through SAFE: Saving Animals from Extinction. This event is free with regular zoo admission.

We’re asking guests to “suit up” and be Superheroes for Conservation by wearing superhero masks and capes, putting on a pair of cat ears, and showing us your best cosplays and costumes! Any and all superhero and/or cat-themed clothing and accessories are welcome – we can’t wait to see your super-themed gear!

An assortment of pawsome activities will happen throughout the day. Guests can enjoy arts and crafts, games, temporary tattoos, a bounce house, educational displays, and a fun scavenger hunt activity featuring our very own cats. Face Painting by Lori & Friends will be on-site and carousel rides will be available (both weather permitting), and a cat-themed merchandise sales table will offer a variety of items for sale to raise funds for conservation.

Be here early to see our African Lion Chat at 9:15 a.m., where Loid and Anga will enjoy toys in their yard. A Snow Leopard Chat at 11:00 a.m. will feature scent-related enrichment for Bodhi, and a Canada Lynx Chat at 1:00 p.m. will give guests the opportunity to learn more about our newest cat residents: lynx kittens Ranger and Cruz.

Special thanks to our event sponsors!