Animal Enrichment

A Red Wolf being tossed a meatball

Encouraging Play & Good Health! Over 10,000 enrichment items were used this year at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. Those items can range from throwing a meatball to providing toys in the exhibit that encourage natural animal behavior. Being able to provide these enriching items to the animals plays a vital part in their animal […]

Our Kiosk is Open!

Our Kiosk is Open!

Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium Members’ Night 6/16/22 If you missed us at the last PDZA Members Access Night, don’t worry, we will have our newly painted kiosk open on the next two – July 21st & August 18th 6PM-7PM. Stop by to say Hi, learn more about who we are, and how we provide […]

Limited Tickets Available for Dive-In Under The Sea Event

Dive-In under the Sea

On July 15, 2022, join us for a summer night including an aquatic experience like no other with an outdoor gourmet dinner and live auction. You will get to see first-hand how we care for our aquariums and meet the crew who take diligent care of our aquatic life. All while enjoying cocktails, appetizers and […]

Mocktails with the Keepers

Mocktails with the Keepers - Presented by the Zoo Society

Kick off the summer as a family by loading up the car and joining as at Point Defiance Zoo for a family-friendly event! Friday, June 10th we are hosting our first ever Mocktails with the Keepers. Support animal enrichment as you learn from the keepers who care for the animals in the Kids Zone, Animal […]

Get Involved

The Zoo Society is accepting applications for a Part-Time Administrative Specialist. To be considered, email society@thezoosociety.org with the position you’re applying for in the subject line. Please Include your cover letter and resume as PDF attachments. Current Employment Opportunities: Part-Time Administrative Specialist