a year of two elephant calves!
August 1, 2026, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Help us celebrate Rita Jean's first birthday, Asian Elephant Awareness Month, and Oliver's upcoming first birthday at the Zoo's Elephant Conservation Center!
Your adventure through Asia starts here.
Explore remarkable animals, uncover their stories, and discover how your everyday choices can make a difference for wildlife.
Area Features
The Columbus Zoo is open all year long, and there's something different to do and see each time!
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Asia Quest Aviary
Home to nearly 10 species of birds as well as Reeve’s muntjac deer and Burmese mountain tortoises, this peaceful stroll is open seasonally. Find it on the path beyond the red panda habitat!
Naomi Coyle Dempsey Quest for Enlightenment Interpretive Center
It's your first stop during your visit to Asia Quest! Meet sloth bears, langurs, bats, water monitors, and more.
Hint: Take time to read the signs in the building...there's fascinating information in there!
Hint: Take time to read the signs in the building...there's fascinating information in there!
Two Mexican Wolves live in Asia Quest!
Meet Storm and Winter! You can see their new home between the tiger habitat and Wild Burger. So, why are the separated from the new wolf pack?
