Tiger Fun Day at Panaʻewa Zoo Set for July 11
Tiger Fun Day at Panaʻewa Zoo Set for July 11
The County of Hawai‘i Department of Parks and Recreation and the Friends of the Pana‘ewa Zoo invite the community to “Tiger Fun Day” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 11 at the Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens.
The annual event, which includes free admission to the zoo for residents and nonresidents, celebrates the birthdays of the zoo’s beloved Bengal tigers, Tzatziki and Sriracha.
Highlights of the day include games, activities, face painting, food vendors, education opportunities, and the tigers’ “birthday party” where they receive special treats.
“We are so excited to invite the community out to celebrate the tigers’ 11th birthday,” said Zoo Administrator Mindy Runnells. “Tiger Fun Day is a wonderful opportunity for families to enjoy a day of discovery and activities and learn more about our incredible animals.”
The event is a fundraiser for the Friends of the Pana‘ewa Zoo, a nonprofit organization that supports the zoo and its animals.
See below for additional details:
• Zoo passports go on sale starting at 9:30 a.m. Participants can earn their Junior Zookeeper badge as they discover, learn and have their passport stamped at various stations around the zoo.
• The tigers’ birthday party is at 10:30 a.m.
• Shuttle service will be available from the Pana‘ewa Equestrian Center parking lot.
The Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens is home to 82 species and nearly 300 animals in a lush rainforest environment. The zoo also features special amenities such as a playground, pavilions, a gift shop and more.
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