San Diego Zoo Events
Current Hours (through December 10):
9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Winter Hours/Jungle Bells (December 11–23 and 26–30; January 1 and 2):
9 a.m.–8 p.m.
Winter Hours (December 24, 25, and 31; January 3–March 14):
9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Spring Hours (March 14–26):
9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Spring Break Hours (March 27–April 11):
9 a.m.–7 p.m.
General (included with admission)
November 20 We highlight our flora with a free botanical bus tour and orchid greenhouse open house. Future dates:
December 18
January 15
February 19
March 19
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November 21 and 22 Huggies® will provide you and your baby or toddler an interactive and educational experience. More...
December 6 Tour our orchid greenhouse, open just a few days each year. More...
Jungle Bells
December 11–23; 26–30; January 1–3 Ring in a new holiday tradition at the Zoo. Details available soon!
December 12 and 13 Keeper talks and fun activities for our animal residents will be held throughout each day. Future dates:
January 15–18
February 20 and 21
March 20 and 21
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December 12 and 13 Learn the story of these beautiful, recycled, handmade jewelry at this special two-day event at the! More...
Discovery Days: Koalapalooza
January 15–18
We celebrate all things koala, as well as other wildlife from the land down under. Details available soon!
Families & Children
Daily We offer special tours and other unique experiences to make your visit to the San Diego Zoo a day to remember! More...
November 18 "Kids Teaching Kids" is the motto for this program for teens. Come to this free orientation for more info. More...
Ages 3–6, with an adult, can learn about wildlife through animal encounters, crafts, and stories. Available dates below:
November 20 and 21 Beastly Thanksgiving
December 5, 11, and 12 Jungle Beasts and Bells
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November 26 We offer a bountiful buffet in the Treetops Banquet Room and a 3-course dinner in Albert's Restaurant. More...
Winter Camp
We're going to have a Zoo New Year's celebration of animals from China! For grades K–1, 2-3, and 4–5.
December 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, and 30
Artists and art teachers Alex Sinclair and Elizabeth Washburn show you how to draw like a professional. For grades 4–adult.
December 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, and 30
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Adults
Daily We offer special tours and other unique experiences to make your visit to the San Diego Zoo a day to remember! More...
November 26 We offer a bountiful buffet in the Treetops Banquet Room and a 3-course dinner in Albert's Restaurant. More...
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Artists and art teachers Alex Sinclair and Elizabeth Washburn show you how to draw like a professional. For grades 4–adult.
December 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, and 30
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December 31 Albert’s chefs have created a fabulous dinner to wrap up another fantastic year at the Zoo. More...
Zoo on TV
Check schedule for local news featuring San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park animals. More... |
