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Lehigh Valley Zoo Open to the public year-round, the Zoo is operated by the Lehigh Valley Zoological Society, a private nonprofit organization.
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Lehigh Valley Zoo is a nonprofit organization, a home to over 250 animals representing more than 128 species, and dedicated to connecting our community with nature to empower people to protect wildlife! Located in Schnecksville, Pa., within the scenic 1,100-acre Trexler Nature Preserve, Lehigh Valley Zoo is home to nearly 300 animals representing more than 125 species โ€“ from African Penguins to Zebras. The Zoo hosts more than 135,000 guests annually and offers hundreds of educational programs, camps for all ages and family-friendly events, making it one of the most vibrant educational and cultural institutions in the Greater Lehigh Valley region.

Smile- it's almost the weekend! Piper, the female river otter of Lehigh Valley Zoo, had a big yawn for the camera after ...
10/22/2026

Smile- it's almost the weekend! Piper, the female river otter of Lehigh Valley Zoo, had a big yawn for the camera after her breakfast. River otters typically snack on fish, but can also eat amphibians, freshwater clams, mussels, crayfish, and turtles. Piper and Luani love fish!

Did you know- River otter whiskers can sense movement in the water, which might tip them off to fish that are within easy reach!

If you'd like to help river otters in their native habitats, try to keep waterways and neighboring areas free of debris, pesticides, and trash. River otters spend about two-thirds of their life in the water, using it to hunt, play, and clean themselves. Since they have a low tolerance to water pollution, river otters are also considered an important indicator species for aquatic habitats!

It's Wolf-Out Wednesday at Lehigh Valley Zoo for ! Included in your General Admission ticket and LVZoo Memberships, jo...
10/21/2026

It's Wolf-Out Wednesday at Lehigh Valley Zoo for ! Included in your General Admission ticket and LVZoo Memberships, join us for:

๐Ÿ‡ 10:30am Small Carcass Feed with Wolf Fact Chat
๐Ÿงธ 10-4pm Find Wolf Silhouette to be entered to win a wolf ADOPT package
๐Ÿพ11-3pm Learn about wolves at Educational Tables
๐Ÿบ 12:30pm Wolf Fact Chat
โ˜€๏ธ 9-10am Members-Only Early Access

Lehigh Valley Zoo Mexican Gray Wolves are generously supported by United Federal Credit Union.

10/20/2026

The world may not revolve around wolves, but Wolf Awareness Week does. Join Lehigh Valley Zoo tomorrow (Wednesday October 21st) for Wolf-Out Wednesday! Included in your General Admission ticket and LVZoo Memberships:

๐Ÿ‡ 10:30am Small Carcass Feed with Wolf Fact Chat
๐Ÿงธ 10-4pm Find Wolf Silhouette to be entered to win a wolf ADOPT package
๐Ÿพ11-3pm Learn about wolves at Educational Tables
๐Ÿบ 12:30pm Wolf Fact Chat
โ˜€๏ธ 9-10am Members-Only Early Access

Lehigh Valley Zoo Mexican Gray Wolves are generously supported by United Federal Credit Union.

Texting about ? Plan a visit to Lehigh Valley Zoo tomorrow (Wednesday, October 21st) for Wolf-Out Wednesday:๐Ÿ‡ 10:30am ...
10/20/2026

Texting about ? Plan a visit to Lehigh Valley Zoo tomorrow (Wednesday, October 21st) for Wolf-Out Wednesday:

๐Ÿ‡ 10:30am Small Carcass Feed with Wolf Fact Chat
๐Ÿงธ 10-4pm Find Wolf Silhouette to be entered to win a wolf ADOPT package
๐Ÿพ11-3pm Learn about wolves at Educational Tables
๐Ÿบ 12:30pm Wolf Fact Chat
โ˜€๏ธ 9-10am Members-Only Early Access

Lehigh Valley Zoo Mexican Gray Wolves are generously supported by United Federal Credit Union. All activities are included in General Admission and LVZoo Memberships.

Happy National Vet Technician Week! Lehigh Valley Zoo is proud to have a passionate vet team who works hard to ensure al...
10/19/2026

Happy National Vet Technician Week! Lehigh Valley Zoo is proud to have a passionate vet team who works hard to ensure all the animals of the Zoo receive exceptional care every day of the year. Weโ€™re also very grateful for our partnerships with our community for any specialized care our animal residents need!

Join us in showing our appreciation by commenting โ€œ๐Ÿ’™โ€ below!

10/18/2026

Trick or treat? The penguins are still trying to figure it outโ€ฆ

Week one of Boo at the Zoo is finished, but we still have two more weekends to go! Join us for trick-or-treating around the Zoo from 10-3:30pm, themed crafts and activities, and costume contests on Saturdays!

Costume Contests take place on Saturdays of Boo at the Zoo on October 24th and 31st at 12:30PM on the Service Electric Sundeck. Contest sign-ups are only available day-of, and contest is limited to 25 contestants. Adult contestants must have a child contestant with them; costumes with gore are not permitted.

Costume Contest Categories are:
โ™ป๏ธ Best DIY Costume
๐Ÿพ Best Animal Costume
๐Ÿ’• Cutest Costume
๐Ÿ‘ป Spookiest Costume
๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽค Best Pop Culture Reference
๐Ÿ“ท Most Unique Costume
๐Ÿค Best Group Costume
๐ŸŒŸ Most Spirited Costume

Boo at the Zoo is presented by Casella Waste Systems. All candy at Boo at the Zoo candy stations are , meaning all the candy was made with either sustainable or no palm oil!

Start off Wolf Awareness Week by helping us caption this photo! Share with your friends with help raise awareness for th...
10/18/2026

Start off Wolf Awareness Week by helping us caption this photo! Share with your friends with help raise awareness for the most endangered mammal in North America, the Mexican gray wolf.

Lehigh Valley Zoo is home to three Mexican gray wolves, one female named Magdelena (Maggie for short), and two brothers named Stratus (pictured) and Garza. In nature, Mexican gray wolves are at risk from hunting and trapping. By the mid-1980s, hunting, trapping, and poisoning caused their extinction in the wild. The Mexican Wolf Recovery Team was founded by the US Fish & Wildlife Services in 1979 and created the Mexican Wolf Recovery Plan that increased populations in the wild by 14%!

Learn more about Mexican gray wolves during Wolf-Out Wednesday on October 21st for a small carcass feed, Keeper Fact Chats, educational tables, and more! By visiting the Lehigh Valley Zoo and other AZA member institutions, youโ€™re supporting the highest level of animal care and welfare, along with the promotion of conservation of animals such as the Mexican gray wolf.

Happy International Sloth Day! Lehigh Valley Zoo is home to one, 15-year-old sloth named Bean. As an Education Ambassado...
10/17/2026

Happy International Sloth Day! Lehigh Valley Zoo is home to one, 15-year-old sloth named Bean. As an Education Ambassador, you won't be able to see Bean when walking around the Zoo because he lives in a behind-the-scenes location that provides him with the specific environment he needs and ensures he gets enough rest and relaxation in between his programs. Did you know sloths spend about 15 hours or more sleeping? That's why Bean's caretakers make sure he's comfortable at all times, with plenty of spaces to take multiple naps throughout the day!
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Conservation of the Natural World: Linnaeus's Two-Toed sloths are of least concern; however, sloths face risks from habitat loss and human encroachment. You can help sloths in nature by buying sustainably sourced products, like Bird Friendly products! We're proud to offer Bird Friendly (shade-grown) coffee in our Nature Store gift shop. Visit Smithsonian's website to see where you can purchase Bird Friendly products!

Let us know your Halloween vibe and join us for Boo at the Zoo beginning tomorrow, October 17th! Presented by Casella, y...
10/16/2026

Let us know your Halloween vibe and join us for Boo at the Zoo beginning tomorrow, October 17th! Presented by Casella, you can trick-or-treat around the Zoo, see the animals get fun and spooky enrichment, and meet fun characters along the way!

October 17th ONLY- Meet the Poconos Ghostbusters in the barnyard area for photos, games, and ghostbusting!

Looking for more than candy? The Rolling Brew and GEAKERS TACOS are here to satisfy those monster cravings.

Don't forget to give new life to old costumes by donating them to The Costume Project!

Boo at the Zoo is included in General Admission and LVZoo Memberships. This event is rain or shine.

Address

5150 Game Preserve Road, PO Box 519
Schnecksville, PA
18078

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+16107994171

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