Largest Zoo In New England Announces 2025 Opening Day
The largest zoo in New England has announced a countdown to them opening their doors to the community!
With the days warming and the scenery greening, the anticipation to enjoy all those warm weather activities that allude us in winter begins to grow. And with that growing anticipation, the largest zoo in New England has announced a countdown to them opening their doors to the community. Southwick's Zoo has shared that they will be officially open for the 2025 season on April 12th.
"The countdown is on—just TWO weeks until Opening Day!We can't wait to kick off another amazing season with you! Plus, Opening Day features our beloved dog adoption event, so you might just meet your new best friend.Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable start to the season!" - Southwick's Zoo
At over 200 acres, Southwick's Zoo is the largest zoological experience in all of New England. The zoo is home to over 850 animals, all living in highly naturalistic habitats. Some of the amazing animals you will be able to see include but are not limited to:
African lions
Bengal Tigers
Snow Leopards
Chimpanzees
Mandrills
Reticulated Giraffes
Two-Toed Sloths
White Rhinoceros
Southwick's Zoo is so much more than just a place to see your favorite animals. It also offers a wide range of exciting attractions that are sure to fill you with delight. Some of these amazing amenities include:
Skyfari Sky Ride
Woodland Express Train
Soaring Eagle Zip Line
The Rainforest Adventure Maze
The EARTH Discovery Center
The Purple Peacock Gift Shop
Galliford's Restaurant & Tavern
In addition, there are several opportunities for hands-on experiences with the animals:
The petting zoo offers a chance to pet and feed the adorable herd of pygmy goats, who are small and very playful.
If you would like to be surrounded by and feed cute and colorful parakeets and cockatiels, the Parakeet Aviary is definitely something you do not want to skip.
By far, at least in my opinion, the most exciting attraction the zoo has to offer is the Deer Forest. Here, you can get up close and personal with fallow deer and even feed them! Furthermore, the 35-acre ecosystem features long winding walkways, complete with a pond where you can catch a glimpse of turtles and frogs.
Whether you're bringing the family for a day of fun or your loved one for a unique date, consider visiting Southwick's Zoo, located in the heart of the Blackstone River Valley. For the most up-to-date information, including hours and ticket prices, visit https://southwickszoo.com/.