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27 NIGHTS OF ELECTRIC SAFARI START ON FRI., DEC. 5 – AND TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW – Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is preparing the mountainside with millions of lights for the 35th year of Electric Safari. Twenty-seven nights of mountainside lights starts on Fri., Dec. 5, and tickets are available now at cmzoo.org/electric. Electric Safari is . . .

For nearly 100 years, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo has actively worked to connect guests of all ages to wildlife and wild places. Starting next year, CMZoo’s EdVenture team will take people into the wild to experience wildlife in a whole new way. Experiences like feeding giraffes at the Zoo, getting to observe animal demonstrations and training . . .

It’s that magical time of year when many people search for the perfect holiday gifts for friends and family. Whether you’re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience or a truly unique stocking stuffer, these options are sure put a smile on every face on your list. Plus, all gifts purchased from Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, support important . . .

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s annual Boo at the Zoo is coming up, packed with family fun, spooky surprises and animal demonstrations. Check cmzoo.org/boo for tickets and event details! Advance tickets are required and some nights sell out. Members, check these tips for easy Boo ticketing. Boo at the Zoo is from 4 to 8:30 p.m. on . . .

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is inviting guests to help name Asha’s gorilla baby while fundraising for the new Primate World! Asha, a 32-year-old critically endangered Western lowland gorilla, gave birth to an adorable baby boy on Mon., July 21, 2025. It had been nearly 13 years since a gorilla was born at CMZoo. A $5 minimum . . .

MON., SEPT. 8 THROUGH SUN., SEPT. 14, MILITARY FAMILIES CAN ENJOY 50% OFF DAYTIME ADMISSION; SEPT. 11, COMMUNITY INVITED TO SILENT NIGHT AT THE ZOO – Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s annual Military Appreciation Week is in full swing, and continues through Sun., Sept. 14, 2025. All active-duty, veteran and retired military members and their dependents who . . .

CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL COLORADO AND CMZOO PARTNER TO CELEBRATE CHILDREN”S COLORADO SPECIAL GUEST AND SLOTH MOM, AYSAN – Although the Colorado Springs community has widely celebrated baby sloth Olive’s birthday and development since she was born in December 2024, it’s time to celebrate her mom, Aysan (pronounced ICE-on)! In partnership with Children’s Hospital Colorado, Cheyenne Mountain . . .

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL COLORADO – Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s partners at Children’s Hospital Colorado have seen pets improve their family members’ lives – and health. A family pet can lower heart rates, reduce loneliness, increase physical activity and improve kids’ ability to read emotions and respond. There are factors to consider before adding a . . .

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s highly competitive Summer Teen Program application period opens on Sat., Feb. 1. The three-month program takes a unique approach to fostering nature stewardship and inspiring young people to take part in protecting the wild world. Soon, it will welcome new and returning participants for summer 2025. Applications for the program for sixth . . .

Spending time outdoors is a proven method for combatting stress, anxiety or depression – even if it’s just for 15 minutes. Our partners at Children’s Hospital Colorado say helping kids stay active, despite colder temperatures and shorter days, has countless mental and physical health benefits. For those who might not know where to start, scheduled . . .