Tiger Fun Day returns in July at Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens in Hilo : Large Island Now

Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation and Friends of the Pana‘ewa Zoo as soon as once more invite the neighborhood to have a good time the birthdays of beloved Bengal tigers Tzatziki and Sriracha.

Tiger Fun Day 2026 is scheduled 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 11 at Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens in Hilo.

The annual occasion contains free admission to the zoo for individuals who attend. It will embody video games, actions, face portray, meals distributors, training alternatives and a celebration for the tigers, throughout which they’ll obtain particular treats.

Tiger Fun Day is also a fundraiser for nonprofit Friends of the Pana‘ewa Zoo, which helps the zoo and its animals.

“We are so excited to invite the community out to celebrate the tigers’ 11th birthday,” stated Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens Administrator Mindy Runnells in a county announcement in regards to the upcoming occasion. “Tiger Fun Day is a wonderful opportunity for families to enjoy a day of discovery and activities and learn more about our incredible animals.”

Additional particulars

• Sales of zoo passports start at 9:30 a.m. on Tiger Fun Day. Participants can earn their Junior Zookeeper badge as they uncover, be taught and have their passport stamped at varied stations on the zoo.
• The celebration for Tzatziki and Sriracha is at 10:30 a.m.
• Shuttle service will probably be out there from the car parking zone at Pana‘ewa Equestrian Center.

Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens — positioned in a lush rain forest atmosphere — is residence to 82 species and practically 300 animals. The zoo additionally options particular facilities equivalent to a playground, pavilions, a present store and extra.