Upcoming events by category

San Diego Zoo
San Diego Zoo Events

Current Hours (through 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.

Spring Hours (April 12–June 25):

9 a.m.–6 p.m.

General (included with admission)

Plant Day & Orchid Odyssey

February 19 We highlight our flora with a free botanical bus tour and orchid greenhouse open house. Future dates:

March 19

April 16

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All About Enrichment Weekend

February 20 and 21 Keeper talks and fun activities for our animal residents will be held throughout each day. Future dates:
March 20 and 21

April 17 and 18

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Orchid Odyssey

March 7 Tour our orchid greenhouse, open just a few days each year. More...

Book signing: Caroline Arnold

March 27 Author Caroline Arnold signs her new children's book, Polar Bear's World at the Zoo's Arctic Trader gift shop. More...

 

Families & Children

Special Experiences

Daily We offer special tours and other unique experiences to make your visit to the San Diego Zoo a day to remember! More...

Valentine's Day Brunch

February 14 Executive Chef Chris Mirguet is preparing a delightful brunch for you and the special someone(s) in your life. More...

KinderNights & KinderMornings

Ages 3–6, with an adult, can learn about wildlife through animal encounters, crafts, and stories. Available dates below:

Pretty & Pink: February 19 and 26

Wild Things are Here: March 12, 13, and 26

Springtime Celebration: April 16, 17, and 23

Mother's Day, Animal Style!: May 7 and 14

Featuring Fanciful fathers: June 4 and 15

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Spring Camp

March 29–April 9 Students enjoy crafts, fine arts, cooking, storytelling, and close-up animal encounters during one-day sessions. More...

Spring Art Classes

March 29–April 9 Artists and art teachers Todd Schmid and Elizabeth Washburn show you how to draw like a pro! For grades 4–adult. More...

Zoo Corps Orientation

May 3 or 5 Come to a free orientation session to learn how teens can share fun animal facts with Zoo guests one weekend per month. More...

Kids' Safari

May 22 Get ready to explore wildlife using ALL of your senses! For families with children ages 3–7. More...

Father's Day Classic Campout

June 12 and 18 Fathers and their tykes (ages 4 and older) will enjoy games, crafts, a night hike, and early morning stroll. More...

Summer Art Camp

June 14–August 27 Our professional artists and art teachers can help yinspire your creativity—beginners welcome! For grades 4–adult. More...

Summer Camp

July 5–August 13 Grades K–7 can explore the wonderful world of animasl through five-day adventures. More...

Cub Camp

July 5–August 13 Ages 4 and 5 can explore the wonderful world of animasl through five days of morning adventures. More...

Little Artists

July 5–August 13 Our professional art teacher brings out a child's creative side, with the help of animals and art. For grades 1–3. More...

Adults

Special Experiences

Daily We offer special tours and other unique experiences to make your visit to the San Diego Zoo a day to remember! More...

Valentine’s Dinner at Albert’s Restaurant

February 13 Executive Chef Chris Mirguet is preparing an elegant dinner for you and the special someone in your life. More...

Valentine's Day Brunch

February 14 Executive Chef Chris Mirguet is preparing a delightful brunch for you and the special someone(s) in your life. More...

Spring Member Appreciation Dinners

March 6, 13, and 20 Please join us for an elegant thank-you dinner prepared by Executive Chef Chris Mirguet. More...

Spring Art Classes

March 29–April 9 Artists and art teachers Todd Schmid and Elizabeth Washburn show you how to draw like a pro! For grades 4–adult. More...

Sunrise Surprise Strolls

Get the latest updates on our animals and Zoo. Each month is different and that's part of the surprise! Available dates below:

April 17, 18, and 25

May 1, 22, and 23

June 13, 19, and 26

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Mother's Day Sleepover

May 8 and 15 Ladies, this special sleepover is just for you, filled with animal encounters, a private bus tour, and shopping. More...

R*I*T*Z (Rendezvous in the Zoo)

June 19 The Zoo’s 2010 upscale, black-tie event is themed “A Night In Paradise.” More...

Zoo on TV

Local Television Listings

Check schedule for local news featuring San Diego Zoo and Wild Animal Park animals. More...

Wild Animal Park
Wild Animal Park Events

Current Hours (through March 26):
9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Spring Break Hours (March 27–April 11):

9 a.m.–7 p.m.

Spring Hours (April 12–May 28):

9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Memorial Weekend Hours (May 29 and 30):

9 a.m.–7 p.m.

Spring Hours (May 31–June 18):

9 a.m.–5 p.m.

General (included with admission)

Butterfly Jungle

March 27–April 18 Help us celebrate these winged wonders! Details available soon.

Garden Societies Celebration

April 3 and 4 Learn about the Park's plants and gardens and meet some of the plant societies that help keep us green! Details available soon.

Nativescapes Garden Tour

April 10 and May 8 A free guided walking tour of the Nativescapes Garden begins at the Nativescapes Garden entrance. More...

Families & Children

Special Experiences

Daily Choose your own adventure and see the Park from a zipline, an off-road Segway X2, or with one of our small-group tours. More...

Veterinary Medical Center Tour

Saturdays Join us on an exclusive tour of our state-of-the-art veterinary hospital, the finest facility of its kind. For ages 6–adult. More...

Close-up on Conservation tour

Sundays For the first time, you can visit two of our off-exhibit breeding facilities and tour the Beckman Center for Conservation Research. More...

Scouts at the Park

Begins March 6 Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Girl Scouts can earn badges during brand-new daytime badge workshops. More...

Roar & Snore: The Park after Dark

Feel like a VIP as you enjoy back-of-house tours and meet some of our very special animal friends up close. For families with ages 10 and older.

March 12; May 30

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Roar & Snore Girl Scouts: Conservation Mystery

It's a conservation mystery; so put your thinking caps on! Girl Scouts ages 8 and older (with chaperones) will need to work together to solve the clues.

March 13 and 19

April 30

May 1, 14, and 21

June 5

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Roar & Snore: African Safari

Experience Africa…without leaving San Diego County! This overnight African Safari adventure is for families with children ages 6 and older.

March 20, April 23, May 22 and 28, June 4, 11, and 24

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Roar & Snore: Butterfly Bash

Celebrate the world of pollination exploring bugs, bats, birds, and beyond with games, Park tours, up-close animal encounters, and campfire fun.

March 26 and 27

April 1, 9, and 17

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Roar & Snore Junior: Butterfly Bash

April 10 Created especially for families with children ages infant to 6, Junior Butterfly Bash is a night you won’t want to miss! More...

Roar & Snore Girl Scouts: Butterfly Bash

April 16 Created especially for Girl Scouts and their troop leaders, Girl Scout Butterfly Bash is a night your troop won’t want to miss! More...

Roar & Snore Junior: Movement

Get ready for a movin' and groovin' animal adventure designed just for kids ages infant to 6!

May 7 and 29
June 12, 17, and 25

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Roar & Snore: Mother's Day Celebration

May 8 Celebrate the amazing moms in the Animal Kingdom! For families with ages 6 and older. More...

Roar & Snore: Father's Day

June 18 and 19 Join us on an overnight adventure designed for dads with children ages 6 and older. More...

Summer Camp 2010

June 21–August 13 Summer Camp at the Park offers both day and resident camp options. Ages 2–17 will have a summer unlike any other! More...

Roar & Snore: Wild West

June 23 Grab your cowboy hat and boots for this wild wilderness adventure! For families with children ages 6 and older. More...

Adults

Special Experiences

Daily Choose your own adventure and see the Park from a zipline, an off-road Segway X2, or with one of our small-group tours. More...

Veterinary Medical Center Tour

Saturdays Join us on an exclusive tour of our state-of-the-art veterinary hospital, the finest facility of its kind. More...

Close-up on Conservation tour

Sundays For the first time, you can visit two of our off-exhibit breeding facilities and tour the Beckman Center for Conservation Research. More...

Night Moves

Hear tales of love on the wild side during this specialty caravan adventure for adults only, ages 21 and older. Includes dessert and special speaker.

February 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15

April 3, 10, and 17

June 12–August 21

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Roar & Snore: Animal Amore

February 12, 13, and 14 Spend a wild night with your loved one this Valentine’s Day learning the dirty little secrets of animal procreating. More...

Valentine's Dinner

February 13 Executive Chef Casey DeBrask has planned a delightful five-course Valentine's Dinner in the Park's Hunte Nairobi Pavilion. More...

Morning Speaker Series

Enjoy a guided tour to a scenic spot for a light snack and special talk with animal presentation. Each month is different.

March 9; April 13; May 11; June 8

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Roar & Snore: The Park after Dark

Feel like a VIP as you enjoy back-of-house tours and meet some of our very special animal friends up close. For adults only.
April 24; May 15; June 26

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