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ERIE, PA (February 19, 2025)— The Erie Zoo will present the region’s first-ever Chinese Lantern Festival, Glow Wild, produced by Hanart Culture. The zoo announced today that the nationaly-renowned event will be at the zoo from April 17th until June 15th, illuminating every Thursday through Sunday evening from 6pm to 10pm. The awe-inspiring event will transform the Erie Zoo into a stunning display of unique, hand-crafted and spectacularly illuminated art, offering visitors a one-of-a-kind cultural experience.

ERIE, PA (November 1, 2024) – The Erie Zoo is proud to announce it has been awarded a $2 million grant from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) today. The RACP grant is a competitive state grant awarded to projects with economic, cultural, civic, recreational and historical value. 

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[Erie-PA]— Today, the Erie Zoo proudly unveiled its new centennial logo, kicking off a year-long celebration of its 100th anniversary. With 2024 marking 100 years of connecting the community with wildlife and nature, the zoo is planning an array of special events and programs that will continue into 2025, ensuring the celebration extends well beyond this momentous year.