Get ready for wild fun as Sunset at the Zoo returns to Central Florida Zoo all summer long!

Sunset at the Zoo kicks off May 23, offering extra time at the Zoo, discounted tickets all the while celebrating Native American & Alaska Native heritage.

Get ready for wild fun all summer long at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens! Sunset at the Zoo, presented by Orlando Health is back, kicking off on Friday, May 23, 2025.

May’s event will celebrate Native American & Alaska Native heritage. Guests can enjoy live music, food trucks, local vendors, themed keeper chats & more. Entertainment is sponsored by TD Bank

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The Zoo reopens at 5 p.m. and offers wild fun until the sun goes down. Last admission into the Zoo is 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are only $6 when purchased in advance – that’s more than 70% OFF the price of a General Admission Zoo ticket. Or grab a Family 4-Pack with 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs, and 4 fountain drinks for just $44. This event is not included in Annual Pass Holder benefits.

Tickets are available here. 

For more information, visit https://www.centralfloridazoo.org/event/sunset-may/.

About the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens 

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is home to more than 350 animals in Sanford, Florida. As a not-for-profit organization, it is a leader in conservation, creating connections that inspire people to take action for wildlife.

More information is available at  www.centralfloridazoo.org.

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