Press Release Archives - Woodland Park Zoo

Two women smile and interact with several flamingos outdoors. One woman kneels, while the other woman crouches and takes a photo with her phone. Other people and event tables are visible in the background.

Actor and Vintner Kyle MacLachlan Joins as Honorary Chairof Woodland Park Zoo’s 50th Anniversary Jungle Party

February 12, 2026

A large tortoise walks on wood chips in an indoor enclosure with plants and rocks. Another tortoise is visible in the background near a rock wall.

Zoo’s farm to transform into new Wild Encounters

February 5, 2026

Two penguins stand on rocky surfaces, with a Seattle Seahawks football helmet and a blue flag displaying the number 12 placed on a rock in the foreground.

Zoo’s 12s rally for the Seahawks’ bid for the NFC Championship

January 23, 2026

A close-up of a newborn lion cub being gently held by people wearing gloves, with its eyes mostly closed and its fur still slightly damp. The background is blurred and medical staff are partially visible.

A purr-fect new addition!Woodland Park Zoo celebrates the birth of African lions

January 16, 2026

A snowy mountain ridge is bathed in warm sunset light, with forested hills and a distant lake in the background. The sky glows in soft orange tones, highlighting the contrast between snow and shadow.

Two weeks left to fight for wildlife

December 8, 2025

A brown bear rests its head on its paw while lying on a moss-covered rock, gazing calmly at the camera. The background is softly blurred with hints of greenery.

The Seattle Snooze! Zoo highlights bear hibernation habits ahead of winter

December 3, 2025

A man carries a young girl on his shoulders under a canopy of hanging purple flowers, both looking ahead with smiles. Other people are visible in the background, enjoying the vibrant floral display.

Special Event Nights at WildLanterns This Season

November 18, 2025

A brightly illuminated moose sculpture with glowing antlers adorned with blue birds, hanging green vines, and small flowers, all lit up against a dark background.

Preview: Media invited to experience the magic of WildLanterns at the zoo

November 10, 2025

Aerial view of the zoo with dense trees in the foreground, residential neighborhoods in the middle, and a city skyline with tall buildings and a lake in the distance under a clear sky.

Woodland Park Zoo Invites Non-Profit and Human Service Applicationsfor Free Zoo Tickets Through Its Community AccessProgram

November 7, 2025