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San Diego Zoo
San Diego Zoo Events

Current Hours (through March 14):

9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Spring Hours (March 15–26):
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.

Summer Hours/Nighttime Zoo (June 26–September 6):

9 a.m.–9 p.m.

General (included with admission)

Spring Book Fair

March 19–22 Enjoy a 15% discount on ALL books at all Zoo and Wild Animal Park gift shops that carry books.

Plant Day & Orchid Odyssey

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

April 16

May 21

June 18

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All About Enrichment Weekend

March 20 and 21 Keeper talks and fun activities for our animal residents will be held throughout each day. Future dates:
April 17 and 18
May 15 and 16

June 19 and 20

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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...

Havaianas sandal trunk show

March 27 and 28 Women’s and girls’ Havaianas sandals will be featured in a variety of animal and plant prints and bright colors. More...

Book signing: Bob Barner

April 24 Bears! Bears! Bears! is Bob Barner’s richly textured book with paper collage illustrations bringing the bears of the world to life. More...

Orchid Odyssey

June 6 Tour our orchid greenhouse, open just a few days each year. 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...

KinderNights & KinderMornings

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

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 5

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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...

Critter Campout for Families

Families with children ages 4 and older can spend the night at the Zoo during this unique adventure!

July 10, 17, 24, and 31

August 7, 14, and 21

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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...

Spring Member Appreciation Dinners

March 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...

Spring Winemaker Dinner

April 17 We've created a magnificent Winemaker Dinner presenting the wines of Grgich Hills Estate. 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 18 and 25

May 1 and 23

June 13 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...

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...

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.

Summer Hours (June 19–September 5):

9 a.m.–8 p.m.

General (included with admission)

Spring Book Fair

March 19–22 Enjoy a 15% discount on ALL books at all Zoo and Wild Animal Park gift shops that carry books.

Butterfly Jungle

March 27–April 18 Help us celebrate these winged wonders through special activities, music, and displays. More...

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! More...

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

Saturdays and Sundays Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Girl Scouts can earn badges during 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

July 23

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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
July 16

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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

July 3 and 9

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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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The Artist's Journey

A professional artist and aniaml expert offers tips and tricks for sketching wildlife during this 2.5-hour program. For ages 10–adult.

March 27; April 24; May 22

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Family Caravan

Enjoy an up-close animal encounter, then hop aboard the caravan truck to visit two field exhibits. For families with children ages 6 and older.

March 27–31

April 1, 2, 3, 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, and 25

May 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30, and 31

June 5, 6, 12, 13, 19–30
July: daily

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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
July 2, 17, 22, and 31

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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

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

June 23

July 21

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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...

Spring Brewmaster Dinner

March 20 Enjoy a delicious five-course meal designed to accompany specially seleteced beers from Stone Brewing. More...

Butterfly Jungle Dinner

March 26 An exclusive preview dinner will get Butterfly Jungle off to an elegant start. More...

The Artist's Journey

A professional artist and aniaml expert offers tips and tricks for sketching wildlife during this 2.5-hour program. For ages 10–adult.

March 27; April 24; May 22

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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.

March 27

April 3, 10, and 17

June 12, 19, and 26

July 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31

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Focus on Photography

Journey aboard an open caravan truck into the Park's large field exhibits and get tips from a professional photographer.

April 11; May 16

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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.

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

July 24 and 30

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Roar & Snore: Adventure

July 10 Meet new people as you work together to solve puzzles and complete challenges that lead you on a race throughout the Park! More...