Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens unveils new Barnyard Walkthrough Goat Encounter

- Michelle Snow

Central Florida Zoo goats

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens in Sanford is inviting guests to step inside its all-new Barnyard Walkthrough Goat Encounter, where visitors can brush, interact with and get up close to a lively herd of 12 Nigerian dwarf and pygmy goats.

This hands-on, complimentary goat brushing experience allows guests to enter the barnyard as the goats roam freely, creating a fun, relaxed environment where memorable moments happen naturally and connect with the animals in a meaningful way.

“This is part of our ongoing effort to expand interactive animal experiences across the Zoo,” said Bob Chabot, COO. “From rhinos and giraffes to now goats, we’re creating more ways for guests to create connections with the animals.”

The Barnyard Walkthrough Goat Encounter is included with Zoo admission and will be available 1pm-3pm on Saturdays & Sundays beginning June 6, 2026.

For more information about the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, or to purchase tickets, visit CentralFloridaZoo.org.

About Michelle Snow

Michelle is the owner and editor of CitySurfing Orlando. She also owns Zengrrl.com, is a freelance writer specializing in travel and entertainment, has authored/co-authored four guidebooks on Orlando and Florida, and was head editor/writer at TheDisneyBlog.com for 10 years. She's lived in Orlando near Walt Disney World since 1995, and still finds there's so much fun to be had in Central Florida.
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