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We have news to announce!Welcome to the Metro Richmond Zoo’s newsroom. Here you will find copies of the zoo’s latest press releases and other announcements in a blog format.
Media Resources
If you are a member of the media please contact Taylor, our Communications Manager at taylor@metrorichmondzoo.com for the following:
- Schedule an interview for a story
- Access high-quality images or video
- Request to be added to our media mailing list
View our official press kit.
The zoo sends press releases to the media whenever we have significant announcements about animal births, new exhibits, or other exciting updates. You can read them below.
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Poppy’s First Birthday Party
The Metro Richmond Zoo is inviting the community to celebrate Poppy’s first birthday. The zoo will host a public birthday party on Saturday, December 27, at 12:00 PM at Hippo Haven. Guests will have the opportunity to watch Poppy enjoy and explore special birthday...
Miracle of Christmas Returns For Its 23rd Year
One of Richmond’s most beloved holiday traditions, The Miracle of Christmas – Live at the Zoo, returns for its 23rd year. The Miracle of Christmas will take place December 20, 21, and 22, with three performances each evening at 7:00, 7:45, and 8:30 PM. Zoo gates open...
Poppy Celebrates Her First Birthday
Our pygmy hippo baby is growing up! Today, the Metro Richmond Zoo celebrates Poppy’s first birthday. Our beloved holiday hippo has brought tremendous joy to our team, our guests, and fans around the world this past year. Poppy’s story captivated millions when we...
Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan Rolls Into the Metro Richmond Zoo on Black Friday
The Metro Richmond Zoo is thrilled to welcome the Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan on Black Friday, November 28, from 12:00 to 2:30 PM. Kick off the Christmas and holiday season with a visit from Santa Claus, festive Coca-Cola sampling stations, and other cheerful surprises....
Metro Richmond Zoo Shines at 2025 Zoological Association of America Conference
The Metro Richmond Zoo (MRZ) was proudly represented at the 2025 annual conference of the Zoological Association of America (ZAA), held Sep. 30 - Oct. 4 in San Antonio, Texas. More than 450 zoo professionals from across the country attended the event. The MRZ received...
Six Cheetah Cubs Now on Habitat
The Metro Richmond Zoo is excited to announce the birth of six cheetah cubs to proud parents Zuri and Ramses. Born on May 13 after a three-month gestation, the litter includes three males (Lagos, Bukavu, and Cairo) and three females (Matola, Kampala, and Lusaka). Zuri...
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