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Celebrate International Sloth Day with SlothtoberFest 2025!
This October marks an extra special celebration for The Sloth Institute (TSI). Not only are we hosting our annual SlothtoberFest on International Sloth Day (October 20th), but we’re also celebrating 10 years of partnership with Tulemar and a huge milestone, receiving our official independent rescue center permit!
What better way to honor these achievements than with a day full of sloth-inspired experiences, education, and community fun?
Slothtober isn’t just about celebrating sloths; it’s about fueling the work that makes their survival possible. Every dollar raised helps us rescue, rehabilitate, and release sloths back into the wild, while also advancing research and education for a brighter, wilder future.
This year, with your help, we’ll make Slothtober Fest 2025 our biggest and most impactful celebration yet.
Join us ALL of October for a sloth-filled celebration you won’t forget!
Get ready to celebrate #SlothtoberFest and International Sloth Day while supporting sloth conservation! Purchase your tickets before October 10 to receive 20% off all events.
For the ultimate experience, grab a SlothtoberFest Season Pass! This pass gives you access to all live events, including the Virtual Sloth Walk, Q&A with Sam Trull, Behind-the-Scenes at Monster’s Lab, Sloth Doodles with Sir Bean, Trivia, and more, all while supporting our mission.
Every ticket purchased contributes to our $10,000 fundraising goal to protect, rehabilitate, and conserve sloths in Costa Rica. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to join the celebration, learn, and make a real impact!
SLOTHTOBERFEST SCHEDULE
Sunday, October 19 | Sloth Doodles with Sir Bean the Sloth:
Kick off the festivities with a one-of-a-kind live art class hosted by JP Powell, creator of Sir Bean the Sloth.
10:00 AM CST | 1.5 Hours
Learn how to sketch a two-fingered sloth alongside JP in an interactive Zoom session.
Perfect for kids, families, or anyone who wants to doodle their love for sloths!
Purchase limited edition stickers made by JP Powell!
Monday, October 20 | International Sloth Day Events:
9:00 AM CST | Live Q&A with Sam Trull
Have you ever wanted to ask a sloth expert your burning questions? Now’s your chance! Join Co-Founder & Executive Director Sam Trull for a live Q&A session where you can learn everything about sloths, conservation, and the story behind TSI.
10:00 AM CST | Virtual Sloth Walk
Step into the rainforest with Assistant Director & Conservation Manager Pedro Montero for a live sloth walk. From the treetops to the undergrowth, you’ll get a chance to see sloths in their natural habitat—no passport required.
2:00 PM CST | Behind the Scenes: Monster’s Laboratory
Named after Monster, the first sloth ever released by TSI, Monster’s Laboratory is where care and science come together. Join Vet Tech Mara for an exclusive tour of our clinic, meet the team, and learn about the tools and techniques we use to help sloths recover and thrive.
3:00 PM CST | Instagram Live Sloth Trivia
Test your knowledge with a fun, interactive trivia session hosted by Sam Trull and Pedro Montero. Compete for bragging rights—and the winner will receive a digitally signed photo from Sam Trull herself!
All October LongSlothtoberFest
Celebrate, Shop & Support
Help us reach our fundraising goal of $10,000, which will be matched dollar-for-dollar with a $20,000 grant.
Snag our limited-edition Slothtober t-shirt, designed exclusively for 2025!
Collect adorable new stickers from Sir Bean’s shop, with proceeds supporting sloth conservation.
- Purchase the exclusive 2026 The Sloth Institute Calendar and enjoy sloth conservation all year long – COMING SOON
Limited Edition Design This year’s exclusive Slothtober t-shirt was created by JP Powell (@jeeppeepdoodles), the talented artist behind Sir Bean the Sloth! This special design is only available during October 2025 and will never be reprinted.
Where Your Purchase Goes 100% of proceeds from every t-shirt sold directly supports The Sloth Institute’s mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and protect sloths in Costa Rica. Your purchase helps us reach our $10,000 Slothtober fundraising goal!
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