As the day winds down, your unforgettable adventure is only just beginning. During Nighttime Zoo, the San Diego Zoo is open until 8 p.m. Swing by for live music, spectacular entertainment, and one-of-a-kind moments with your favorite wildlife that's perfect for the whole family.
Join us all summer long to soak up the last season of Nighttime Zoo. You've celebrated with us for more than 25 years, and the curtains are closing on this family-favorite experience. But there's good news! Debuting in 2027, we're excited to welcome a brand-new seasonal festival—so get ready to make new generational memories over and over again!
*Nighttime Zoo opens to all guests May 23.
**No Nighttime Zoo entertainment is scheduled for Saturday, June 13 or Thursday, July 9.
Activities include:
-Rock & Roar: The Zoo's in-house rock and pop band plays top hits from yesterday and today that are sure to get everyone on the dance floor.
-Zoolamoves: Join our high-energy hosts as they get guests of all ages up and grooving! These fun, interactive dances will have your toes tapping and energy pumping.
-The Chameleons: This talented brass ensemble presents their unique brand of musical entertainment, playing a variety of songs from the Beatles to Broadway in their interactive performances.
-Whimsical Wildlife Characters: Meet, greet, and snap photos with our fanciful, larger-than-life wildlife puppets and other wildlife-themed performers that are sure to bring the smiles.
-Dr. Harry & Friends: Dr. Harry Lion and Friends will meet and greet guests of all ages, bringing their special brand of Zoo fun to everyone they see.
-Jambo Dunia!: Live music, fanciful wildlife puppets, dancers, and acrobats make up this dazzling, interactive celebration of Africa's savannas and all who share these vibrant ecosystems.
-Dr. Zoolittle's Exploration Station: Join Dr. Zoolittle for this fun and interactive presentation exploring nature, parallel play with wildlife, and our conservation efforts around the globe.
-The Explorers: Enjoy the a cappella four-part harmony of this talented group of vocalists as they sing wildlife-themed tunes about the world we share.
-Summer Songs: After a long day of exploration, relax with the soothing sounds of acoustic guitar and vocals as our performer entertains with a wide variety of songs from across the decades.
-Bounce-a-Roo Bonanza: Check out our jumping, bouncing, acrobatic group of wildlife-themed performers as they show off their astonishing athletic skills in this high-energy trampoline show.
-Amazing Acrobats of Tanzania: With an incredible mix of eclectic acrobatic skills and high-energy fun for all ages, this troupe from Tanzania will share jaw-dropping talent that will leave you amazed.
-Vibrant Rhythms: Feel the rhythm of drumbeats as musicians and dancers showcase music from across East Africa.
