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The old Zoo parking lot is closed permanently as we make way for construction of Pathway to Asia. The new parking lot is located North of the Edith Ball Adaptive Recreation Center (ARC) and Reid Park Zoo.

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Nandi’s 5th Birthday Bash

Sunday, August 18, 2019
8:30 am — 10:00 am

You’re Invited!

Nandi has become a Tucson celebrity over the last 5 years with her spunky attitude and silly nature, and it’s been a pleasure to share her growing milestones with her many fans. Anyone who has visited the Reid Park Zoo elephant herd knows Nandi loves to have fun! For her 5th birthday, we will be celebrating in true Reid Park Zoo style with all of her favorite activities and treats. We take every opportunity to celebrate Nandi and the rest of the herd, so keep an eye on our website for upcoming opportunities, like World Wildlife Day on September 4.

Nandi’s 5th Birthday Bash Includes:

Singing Happy Birthday (beginning at 8:30 a.m.)
Cupcakes for the first 100 guests
Music by African Diaspora
Lots of natural fun for the birthday girl!

Zoofari Market will be running a Nandi Special: Chef’s Special TBD.

Price: FREE with Zoo admission!

When: Sunday, August 18

8 a.m. – FREE Birthday Cupcakes for the first 100 people in Expedition Tanzania to help celebrate Nandi’s birthday!

8:30 a.m. – Nandi enjoys birthday enrichment from her Keepers as we sing “Happy Birthday”

9 a.m. -10 a.m. – Elephant-themed activities