Event Details
How it Works
DMRF’s nationwide, family-friendly Zoo Days bring together community members and supporters to raise awareness and funds to support the DMRF’s mission, as well as provide important connection and information for those living with dystonia.
Zoo Days participants receive a t-shirt and refreshments, and enjoy a program of speakers and activities before heading off to enjoy the zoo.
If you cannot attend in person but would like to support an individual participant or a team, please make a donation.
Cost: Fees: $25 for Adults / $15 for children (12 yrs and under). Registration Includes access to the zoo, refreshments, and a t-shirt.
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026 (held rain or shine)
Location: Oregon Zoo, 4001 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR 97221
Event Timeline: 9:00 AM PT - Registration opens
10:00 AM PT - Welcome and remarks
11:00 AM PT - Enjoy the zoo and spread the word about dystonia
Zoo Day T-shirts: Every registrant will receive a t-shirt but only registrants on teams of 10 or more will receive a personalized t-shirt with their team name. Teams must be completely registered by Friday, June 22 to ensure that your personalized team t-shirt will be available. All t-shirts will be available for pick-up at check-in on the morning of the event.
About the DMRF
The DMRF is the oldest, most established dystonia patient organization in the world and is an internationally recognized leader in dystonia providing services to individuals and families impacted by all forms of dystonia.
Contact the DMRF: Dystonia Medical Research Foundation / One East Wacker Drive, Suite 1730, Chicago, Illinois 60601-1980
Phone: 312-755-0198 / Toll Free: 800-377-DYST (3978) / Fax: 312-803-0138
zooday@dystonia-foundation.org / www.dystonia-foundation.org / EIN#95-3378526