Location: 7101 Palmer Blvd, Sarasota, FL 34240
About Us
Big Cat Habitat Conservation and Education Center is a diverse zoological park located just minutes from historic downtown Sarasota and the pristine beaches! Sitting on 20+ acres we welcome over 100k guests to visit, encounter, experience, and fall in love with over 300 animals spanning more than 60 different species.
Upcoming Events
BCH MEMBERS, THIS ONE’S JUST FOR YOU!
Get ready for a special evening at Big Cat Habitat! 
Join us for a wild Members Night — an exclusive opportunity to explore the park after hours and enjoy the appetizers and beverages that will be available! Come spend an unforgettable evening amongst the wildlife that you support by being a member!
Saturday, September 12
5:00–7:00 PM
Big Cat Habitat
This a FREE event that is EXCLUSIVELY for current Big Cat Habitat members. It’s our way of saying thank you for supporting the animals and the work we do every day! 
Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP online or call our office (941)371-6377 to reserve your spot! We can’t wait to see our amazing members for a wild evening!
Capys & Coffee Saturday, Sept. 19th, 2026 - **NEW**
Capybara Yoga Saturday, October 10th at 10:30am
12:00pm–4:00pm
FREE
Our charming petting zoo area is a delight for the young and old. Meet and greet with cute and cuddly goats, a tortoise and more. Patrons are encouraged to get up close and personal with our petting zoo animals, as they enjoy the gentle attention and praise.
12:00pm–4:00pm
$5 for 1 Treat
Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to feed one of our bears a delicious treat! This unique animal enrichment opportunity is a guest (and bear) favorite!
12:00pm–4:00pm
$5 for 1 Treat
Are you ready for a wild experience!? Big Cat Habitat offers the unique opportunity to feed a big cat a delicious treat! This unique animal enrichment opportunity is a guest (and big cat) favorite!
12:00pm–2:00pm
$5 per ride
Pony rides are available for small children every day. Typically available from 12:00pm-2:00pm *Pony rides are subject to change without notice.
1:00pm–1:20pm
FREE
Birds of Paradise is a live animal presentation showcasing the intelligence and athleticism of a variety of exotic birds including: macaw, cockatoos and more! This squack-tasitc presentation takes place in our air-conditioned animal amphitheater. **Please note animals are subject to change without notice.**
2:00pm–2:45pm
FREE
Variety Animal Adventure is a wild presentation filled with a variety of exotic animals strutting their talents while you learn amazing animal facts! Typically including our lemurs and big cats! Enjoy this unique and live animal adventure in our air-conditioned animal amphitheater. **Please note animals are subject to change without notice.**
September BOGO Sale
BOGO Adult Tickets when you visit the animals during the month of September!
Offer Automatically Applied at Checkout. 
