Red, White and Zoo: Freedom Friday at ZooTampa
- When: Friday, July 10, 2026, 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
- Location: ZooTampa at Lowry Park,1101 W Sligh Ave Tampa, FL 33604
- Cost: Included with Admission
ZooTampa at Lowry Park will commemorate the United States' 250th birthday with a month-long "Red, White and Zoo" celebration in July. The event will feature special themed animal enrichment activities, patriotic merchandise, festive food and beverages, giveaways and more.
On Freedom Fridays, guests can enjoy the animals participating in patriotic-themed animal enrichment activities that promote their physical and mental well-being. From frozen treats to toys, the activities showcase the animal’s natural behaviors and stimulate their environment. Additionally, the first 250 guests on “America Mondays” will receive a complimentary “Red, White and Zoo” animal themed commemorative bookmark, featuring a different design each week.
Animal Enrichment Schedule:
July 3:
11:00am - Southern Stingray (Stingray Shores)
July 10:
11:00am - Bornean Orangutan (Primates)
2:00pm - North American Black Bear (Florida)
July 17:
11:00am - Komodo Dragon (Asia)
12:30pm - American Red Wolf (Florida)
July 24:
11:00am - Southern White Rhino (Africa)
11:30am - Macaw in ZooVentures Theatre
July 31:
10:00am - Shoebill (Africa)
- Website: zootampa.org
- Contact Name: Sandra Morrison
- Contact Phone: 347-366-5192
- Contact Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Category: Family Fun
In honor of local and national heroes, ZooTampa is also offering complimentary admission to Hillsborough County government employees, City of Tampa team members, Hillsborough County School teachers, and active-duty military personnel through September.
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