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22nd Annual Orlando International Fringe…

May 15 - 28 2013
The oldest, non-juried festival in the United States, the Orlando International Fringe…
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Star Wars Weekends

May - Jun 17 - 09 2013
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Universal Orlando Summer Concert Series

Jun - Jul 01 - 06 2013
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Jun 09 2013
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23rd Annual Harvest Festival

Jun 21 - 23 2013
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Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

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  • Nestled in lush tropical foliage
  • Over 400 animals
  • 23 acres of native gardens
  • Insect Zoo and Reptile House
  • Children’s zoo with animals you can feed & pet
  • ZOOm Air Aerial Adventures
  • Splash playground
  • Live animal encounters
  • Many educational opportunities and demonstrations

You can also explore the Wayne M. Densch Discovery Center featuring an interactive gallery, two traditional classrooms, and the second largest meeting space in Seminole County or your attendees can enjoy your function immersed in our natural surroundings at the Rainforest Pavilion.

The Zoo is located just off I-4, exit 104 on the shores of Lake Monroe. With something for everyone, the adventures are endless!

  • Category:  Zoos & Wildlife Refuges
  • Time of Activity:  Quarter Day
  • Distance to Walt Disney World:  46.5 Miles
  • Distance to Airport: 36.8 Miles
  • Distance to Downtown: 24.1 Miles
  • Distance to Convention Center:  36.9 Miles
  • Distance to SeaWorld:  37.6 Miles
  • Distance to Universal:  32.3 Miles
Popular Amenities
  • Restaurant Onsite
Attractions
  • Hours of Operation: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
  • Ticket Prices: $14.95 adults, $12.95 seniors (60+), $10.95 children (ages 3-12), any child ages 2 and under is free.
  • Time of Activity : Quarter Day
Other Amenities
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Night Hike at the Zoo

  • Location: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
  • Address: 3755 NW Hwy 17-92, Sanford, FL
  • June 08, 2013
  • Event Website

Experience the sights and sounds of the zoo at night during this exciting nocturnal adventure. Enjoy light refreshments in the Discovery Center and up-close animal encounters. Fascinating night life will come to light as we venture into the zoo for a guided flashlight tour and explore the zoo after dark. Children must be 5 years old in order to attend. View Details

Red, White and Zoo

  • Location: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
  • Address: 3755 NW Hwy 17-92, Sanford, FL
  • June 29, 2013 - June 30, 2013
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Celebrate the 4th of July and the Central Florida Zoo's 37th birthday with live music, games, food, children's crafts, face painting and zoo animal encounters. View Details