Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village

Roger Williams Park Zoo & Carousel Village Home to more than 160 rare and fascinating species. Join us in conserving wildlife and wild places.

Holiday Lights Spectacular is even s'more fun thanks to Shoreham Bank! 🍫πŸ”₯ Warm up by the fire and toast that perfect mar...
12/07/2024

Holiday Lights Spectacular is even s'more fun thanks to Shoreham Bank! 🍫πŸ”₯ Warm up by the fire and toast that perfect marshmallow before heading back on the dazzling pathways. ✨

You can indulge in a variety of delectable treats and festive drinks as you wander this winter wonderland, including hot cocoa, warm cinnamon sugar pretzels, and more!

Join us in the park TODAY from noon to 4:00 pm for a day of festive fun! Enjoy crafts, hot cocoa, Santa visits, hayrides...
12/07/2024

Join us in the park TODAY from noon to 4:00 pm for a day of festive fun! Enjoy crafts, hot cocoa, Santa visits, hayrides, light displays, and so much more. This celebration is FREE to attend, though some activities may have a fee.

Plus, check out our Winter Clothing giveaway at the Roger Williams Park Casino to grab some needed winter items. And don’t miss the annual Tree Lighting at 4:30 pm at the Roger Williams Bandstand.

Visit our Zoo's gift shop and help make a child's holiday extra special! ✨🎁By purchasing a gift and donating it to the B...
12/06/2024

Visit our Zoo's gift shop and help make a child's holiday extra special! ✨🎁

By purchasing a gift and donating it to the Bristol Santa House, you're contributing to a truly magical Christmas experience for children with special needs and their families.

Our team has hand-picked a variety of affordable gifts to bring smiles to young faces. Your kindness can make a child's holiday truly special. Let's spread some holiday cheer together!

Ho-ho-hope to see you there! πŸŽ…πŸŽ„ Visits with Santa presented by BankNewport   begin tonight at the Holiday Lights Spectac...
12/05/2024

Ho-ho-hope to see you there! πŸŽ…πŸŽ„ Visits with Santa presented by BankNewport begin tonight at the Holiday Lights Spectacular from 5-7pm. Santa will also be here on the 12th and 19th of December!

Visits with Santa are free to those with a same-night Holiday Lights Spectacular ticket for the 5 or 6pm timeslot. Capture these special memories with your loved ones and then stroll through the magical winter wonderland of lights! ✨

P.S. Visits with Santa are available to each child (ages 12 and under) and families should plan to bring their own camera to snap photos! πŸ“Έ

Today is  ! Here is a behind-the-scenes look at a special treat for our cheetah, Janga! 🩸 Our cheetahs receive blood "tr...
12/04/2024

Today is ! Here is a behind-the-scenes look at a special treat for our cheetah, Janga! 🩸 Our cheetahs receive blood "treats" as positive reinforcement for participating in training or enrichment. Let's celebrate these incredible cats and raise awareness to help protect them for generations to come! ❀️

🦦🎁 'Tis the season for giving, and we’re spreading the holiday cheer with 5 WEEKS of AMAZING GIVEAWAYS!This week, we're ...
12/03/2024

🦦🎁 'Tis the season for giving, and we’re spreading the holiday cheer with 5 WEEKS of AMAZING GIVEAWAYS!

This week, we're giving away an adorable River Otter Adopt-an-Animal Package!

**Giveaway closed - congrats Amanda Brewer **
TO ENTER:
1. Like this post!
2. Comment with your favorite zoo animal.

A lucky winner will be chosen at random on Thursday, December 5th. Stay tuned for more wild giveaways each Tuesday throughout the month of December!

No purchase necessary. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Meta. We will never ask for any financial information or to click external links. Please beware of potential scams.

With your support this  , we can continue to provide top-notch veterinary care for all of the animals that call our Zoo ...
12/03/2024

With your support this , we can continue to provide top-notch veterinary care for all of the animals that call our Zoo home!

From ultrasounds and blood draws to critical surgeries, our veterinary team is here working day and night to save and improve the lives of the animals in our care. The cost of medical care and supplies keep going up, and a gift today could provide vaccines for a sloth, or an ultrasound for an armadillo.

Every contribution counts: bit.ly/rwpzoo_givingzooday πŸ’™

Brightening your feed with a dose of pure tamarin silliness πŸ₯°
12/02/2024

Brightening your feed with a dose of pure tamarin silliness πŸ₯°

The Zoo is WILD with holiday cheer! ✨ Holiday Lights Spectacular kicks off TONIGHT, and we're giving away TWO family fou...
11/29/2024

The Zoo is WILD with holiday cheer! ✨ Holiday Lights Spectacular kicks off TONIGHT, and we're giving away TWO family four-packs of tickets to join the dazzling fun!

Sip on hot cocoa, roast s'mores, and make memories at our winter wonderland of lights. Tickets sold online only: rwpzoo.org/holidaylights

**Giveaway Closed - Congrats Lucy Gendreau & Reba Fennessey**
TO ENTER: Like and comment your favorite holiday song for a chance to win.

Winners will be chosen at random on Monday, December 2. We will never ask for any financial information or to click external links. Please beware of potential scams. No purchase necessary. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Meta.

NOW through Cyber Monday 🎁🦦 $10 OFF memberships + 2 FREE PASSES with code CYBER2024. Visit >> rwpzoo.org/membershipUnlim...
11/29/2024

NOW through Cyber Monday 🎁🦦 $10 OFF memberships + 2 FREE PASSES with code CYBER2024.

Visit >> rwpzoo.org/membership
Unlimited zoo visits, discounts on events, and more! Give the gift of wild fun this holiday season.

We are thankful for roo! πŸ’™ Happy Thanksgiving from Roger Williams Park Zoo! May your day be full of love, family, and go...
11/28/2024

We are thankful for roo! πŸ’™ Happy Thanksgiving from Roger Williams Park Zoo! May your day be full of love, family, and good food. πŸ₯°

Talk about a Thanksgiving feast! 🐟Velma's feast consisted of some tautog (aka blackfish) for some special enrichment! He...
11/26/2024

Talk about a Thanksgiving feast! 🐟

Velma's feast consisted of some tautog (aka blackfish) for some special enrichment! Her diet typically consists of smaller fish like smelt, so this was a big, fun treat for her to enjoy.

When your Monday plans involve looking absolutely adorable. πŸ₯°Mokala’s oversized ears, measuring around 5 inches, aren't ...
11/25/2024

When your Monday plans involve looking absolutely adorable. πŸ₯°

Mokala’s oversized ears, measuring around 5 inches, aren't just cute; they're functional too. This bat-eared fox not only hears exceptionally well but also uses them to regulate her body temperature.

πŸŽ„βœ¨RWPZoo needs your help to claim the top spot for BEST ZOO LIGHTS in the USA Today 10Best 2024 Holiday Readers' Choice!...
11/21/2024

πŸŽ„βœ¨RWPZoo needs your help to claim the top spot for BEST ZOO LIGHTS in the USA Today 10Best 2024 Holiday Readers' Choice! Cast your vote daily: bit.ly/rwpzoo_bestzoolights

USA TODAY 10Best

Happy World Anteater Day from our giant anteater Delilah and our Southern Tamandua (lesser anteater) Sal! 🌎  - anteaters...
11/19/2024

Happy World Anteater Day from our giant anteater Delilah and our Southern Tamandua (lesser anteater) Sal! 🌎

- anteaters don't have teeth! They use their large sharp claws to break open ant nests (or in Delilah's case, a coconut as a special treat) and their long, sticky tongue to lap up their food!

Special thanks to our keepers for the coconut themed enrichment and to our "Breakfast with the Rainforest Residents" attendees for signing our World Anteater Day banner and celebrating with us! πŸŽ‰

Adopt-an-Animal & give the gift of wildlife! 🎁 For a limited time, we're including TWO FREE RWPZoo daytime admission pas...
11/18/2024

Adopt-an-Animal & give the gift of wildlife! 🎁 For a limited time, we're including TWO FREE RWPZoo daytime admission passes with your plush purchase!

Hurry, this offer ends 12/2! ⏰ Your adoption helps support amazing animal care.

Each adoption box includes: A cuddly 12-inch plush animal (choose from 10 adorable species!), animal photo and fact card, and more!

πŸ˜πŸ¦’πŸ¦₯Shop now>> rwpzoo.ticketapp.org/portal/pages/adopt-an-animal

Happy Frye-day! Learn more about our red wolves Frye and Saluda ⬇️Did you know that RWPZoo is a part of the red wolf rec...
11/15/2024

Happy Frye-day! Learn more about our red wolves Frye and Saluda ⬇️

Did you know that RWPZoo is a part of the red wolf recovery program? This means that human contact with our red wolves is minimized to promote avoidance behavior and to support pair bonding, breeding, pup rearing, and healthy pack structure. The red wolf recovery program evaluates and selects wolves from Red Wolf SAFE facilities for release to the wild based on their genetic makeup, reproductive performance, behavior, and physical suitability. This breeding program has saved the red wolf from extinction and is an essential component of red wolf recovery!

This means Frye and Saluda are a recommended breeding pair by this program, and both eligible for release at any point. This also explains why we limit human interaction with them and have "quiet zones" around their habitat. Frye is still a bit on the shy side, but he and Saluda are getting along well and doing great. πŸ€—

Happy International Zoo Educators Day! πŸ’™ From ZooCamp to our ZooMobile program and everything in between, our dedicated ...
11/14/2024

Happy International Zoo Educators Day! πŸ’™ From ZooCamp to our ZooMobile program and everything in between, our dedicated team of educators is here to make every moment memorable! Our educators work tirelessly to bring our mission to life through interactive presentations, hands-on activities, and engaging animal encounters.

Our team has shared the many reasons why they love being Zoo educators. Check out our stories to hear what they love about this important profession!

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1000 Elmwood Avenue
Providence, RI
02907

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+14017853510

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Our mission is to create engaging experiences that empower guests to join us in conserving wildlife and wild places.

Located amid 40 acres of beautiful woodlands, Roger Williams Park Zoo provides visitors the opportunity to see animals from all over the globe – some more than a million years old. We are home to more than 160 species including a Komodo dragon, as well as red pandas, African elephants, Masai giraffes, snow leopards, bears, anteaters, sloths, and more!

Roger Williams Park Zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), and is home to many endangered species. As a result, the Zoo participates in cooperative conservation and breeding programs to help ensure the future survival of many endangered species.

Roger Williams Park Zoo is supported and managed by the Rhode Island Zoological Society, and is owned by the City of Providence.

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