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  • Brownsville Appreciation Weekend

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    Gladys Porter Zoo Celebrates "Brownsville Appreciation Weekend" to Honor Vital City Partnership From the modernization of essential water and wastewater infrastructure to the visionary investment in the Zoo’s Master Plan, the City of Brownsville has been an indispensable partner in the Gladys Porter Zoo’s forward momentum. As a heartfelt thank you for this steadfast support and the City's commitment to the Zoo’s comprehensive redevelopment, the Zoo is proud to host Brownsville Appreciation Weekend on May 8th, 9th, and 10th. "The progress we are seeing today, including the revitalization of our existing habitats and the critical infrastructure grants that keep our gates [...]

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  • Brew at the Zoo

    Brew at the Zoo 2026 The Ultimate Wildlife Conservation Fundraiser Presented by Whataburger Join Gladys Porter Zoo and presenting sponsor Whataburger for the 12th Annual Brew at the Zoo in Brownsville, Texas! This 21+ event combines craft beer, local flavors, and high-energy entertainment to support vital wildlife conservation efforts. Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026 Time: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. (Live music continues until 11:00 p.m.) Location: Gladys Porter Zoo, Brownsville, Texas Experience the Feast with the Beasts Sample a curated selection of 24 premium and craft beers from L&F Distributors while 24 of the Rio Grande Valley’s best restaurants compete [...]

  • Ridley Rush

    You are invited to join us for our 10th Annual Ridley Rush 5K/1-Mile Walk/Run presented by Chick-Fil-A.  This family fun run aims to raise awareness for the endangered Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle.  The Ridley Rush route will take you through the beautiful and scenic Mitte Cultural District and Gladys Porter Zoo as you experience what a baby sea turtle must endure in its rush to the ocean. As federal and state funds have dwindled over the years, this direct funding has become mission-critical to sustain Kemp’s Ridley Project and provide support to other sea turtle projects. The Kemp’s Ridley Project has both [...]

  • Kids Appreciation Day

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    22nd Annual Kids Appreciation Day Presented by H-E-B Join us at the Gladys Porter Zoo for our 22nd Annual Kids Appreciation Day! Designed to give Rio Grande Valley families a fun, educational day together while preparing for the upcoming school year, this event features free backpack giveaways, interactive learning stations, raffles, and new zoo attractions. Event Overview & Admission Details Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Location: Gladys Porter Zoo | Brownsville, Texas Admission Discounts & Special Passes H-E-B Coupon: Pick up a "Child Free with Paid Adult" admission coupon (for ages 2–13) at any H-E-B [...]

  • Brownsville Discount Days

    Save Big During Gladys Porter Zoo Discount Weekends! Gladys Porter Zoo shows their appreciation to the community by offering special discount admission prices for select weekends only. Guests can enjoy incredible savings from 62 to 89 percent off regular admission rates and step into the Zoo’s newest, wildly immersive attractions! Wild Explorer VR Experience brings global wildlife up close, while the canopy skywalk in El Mundo Huasteco y Totonaco puts you directly beneath roaming ocelots. Admission for Brownsville residents will be only $2.00 per adult or child on September 11th, 12th and 13th, offered in special appreciation of the City of [...]

  • Wild Tales

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    One of the highest zoo attendance days for November is the day we hold our literacy event, Wild Tales. Over 3,000 people are present for the literacy and reading activities. The live animals and children’s book authors are the two main draws to the event. Over 1,000 children’s books are given out free to young readers. The Zoo also offers a discounted school admission rate for all guests on this day: $6.00 for elementary and middle school students, $6.00 for high school and college students, and $7.00 for adults. The event is free with paid Zoo admission. Members get in free. [...]