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The Brevard Zoo's groundbreaking deadline for its planned aquarium at Port Canaveral has been extended to April 30, 2026.

The extension aligns the zoo's deadline with Port Canaveral's and secures $15 million in tourism grant funding.

The $100 million Bowen Aquarium and Conservation Center is expected to open two to three years after groundbreaking.

The Brevard Zoo was granted a deadline extension to break ground on its planned aquarium at Port Canaveral, potentially pushing the beginning of construction into next year.

Brevard County Commissioners on Aug. 12 voted to approve the deadline extension to April 30, 2026. Under a previous deadline, the zoo had to break ground before this Oct.1 or risk losing a $15 million grant.

Brevard Zoo Executive Director Keith Wins

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