To celebrate our new Sloth's arrival, we will be launching a Sloth Naming Contest where the public can submit their most creative, meaningful, or just plain fun name ideas. Details at mmzoo.org/slothcontest & our social media outlets @millmountainzoo

With deep sadness, Mill Mountain Zoo announces the passing of Bali, our treasured snow leopard, on May 19, 2025.

Mill Mountain Zoo is thrilled to announce our latest capital project, the Skyline Stage! The Skyline Stage Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 at 10:30 A.M. and is open to the public with regular zoo admission.

Mill Mountain Zoo is excited to introduce our two new red foxes! Noodle and Lilly are sisters who were born and raised in captivity and were transferred to Mill Mountain Zoo after being surrendered to the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources.

Mill Mountain Zoo announces the arrival of a non-releasable male Bald eagle, named, Tommy, who was born in 2020. He was found in Atlantic Beach, NC in June of 2020 and brought to a raptor care center after being seen injured on the side of a road.

Get ready for Mill Mountain Zoo’s most spook-tacular Halloween event of the year at ZooBoo on October 26, from 10 am to 4 pm. Sponsored by Valley Star Credit Union, this family-friendly extravaganza promises a day filled with wickedly good fun!

Mill Mountain Zoo is pleased to announce its renewed accreditation by the Zoological Association of America (ZAA), an international association and accrediting body.

Mill Mountain Zoo is home to three adult Bennett’s Wallabies, and now… A JOEY!

Roanoke, VA – Have you ever wanted to be a veterinarian? Do you want to learn more about animals and how to take care of them? Get ready for an adventure in animal care and veterinary fun at Mill Mountain Zoo’s first ever Dr. Zoolittle Day! This Satu

Mill Mountain Zoo is thrilled to announce the launch of its brand-new education program, Walk on the Wild Side! This program offers an exciting opportunity for participants to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature.