That groundhog from Punxsutawney might say that it'll be an early spring. But the animals I believe are penguins,otters and owls....from the Binghamton Zoo

Great News! America's 5th Zoo is taking advantage of the nice weather and will be open weekends beginning this Saturday and Sunday. They'll be open next weekend as well. The zoo will be open from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm (last ticket at 3:00 pm).

Here's more great news, you'll be able to tour the zoo for half price admission.

It's only $3.50 for Adults, Senior Citizens, Students and Military are $3.00. Kids 3-11 are $2.50 and children 2 and under and Members are free.

Eggstravaganza will be held on Saturday, March 26th and Sunday, March 26th. It's a Easter themed event for all ages and includes an Easter egg hunt, photos with an Easter bunny, crafts and more. Hours are 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm (zoo closes at 4:00 pm).

The Binghamton Zoo’s Grand Opening is set for April 23rd and then it'll be open 7 days a week from 10:00 am-4:00 pm (zoo gates close at 5:00 pm).

To find out more about the upcoming events and season, go here.

We'll see you at the zoo, zoo, the Binghamton Zoo....I think that's how the song goes.

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