Gladys Porter Zoo Hosts Annual Ocelot Run
Brownsville, Texas (February 5, 2026) – Registration is now open for the Gladys Porter Zoo’s annual 5K and 1-mile fun run to support ocelot conservation. This popular event is likely to sellout! The Ocelot 5K Run will take place on March 7th starting at 7:30 a.m., and the 1-mile fun run will start at 8:30 a.m. at the Gladys Porter Zoo. The 5K route will take guests through some of the most popular areas around the Mitte Cultural District before leading them into the scenic Gladys Porter Zoo for the final
Gladys Porter Zoo Unleashes Dinosaurs in New Limited-Time Exhibit
Brownsville, Texas (February 9, 2026) -- Dinosaurs are stomping back into the spotlight at Gladys Porter Zoo with the arrival of Dinos Unleashed, an exciting, limited-time exhibit opening February 13th and running through April 5th. Guests will journey through a series of prehistoric habitats, each revealing new surprises around every turn. From dense landscapes to wide-open plains filled with gentle giants, the experience builds in intensity as visitors move closer to powerful predators. Dramatic
