As the sun goes down, the fun heats up this summer at the San Diego Zoo. From global rhythms and spectacular entertainment to one-of-a-kind moments with your favorite wildlife after dark, join us under the stars for wild and unforgettable experiences—perfect for the whole family.

Hot Diggity Dog (and cat and fish and bird)! Whether you've got a furry friend, a scaly sidekick or a feathered flock, we all agree that pets rock! They bring joy, laughter, and a whole lot of love into our lives. They're our snuggle buddies, our adventure partners, and our loyal companions. This summer we'll celebrate the special bonds between humans and their pets. Join us as we turn the dog days of summer into the cat's meow with thrilling rides, challenging games, mouth-watering food, incredible exhibits, and top-notch entertainment at our Summer Pet-tacular!

Be an Ocean Connector and join us on a Birding & Brews adventure!

Join Ocean Connectors for a guided birding, e-biking, and brew tasting Eco Tour in South San Diego Bay! Discover the unbelievable taste of Trident Coffee's draft nitro cold brews. Then, embark on an e-bike ride along the Bayshore Bikeway where you will observe local wildlife and learn about conservation efforts within the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge. Lastly, relax and take in the view with a free craft beer or hard kombucha at Novo Brewing, a sustainably focused brewery.

Best of all, your Eco Tour ticket proceeds directly benefit our nonprofit's environmental education programs. Learn more at: https://www.oceanconnectors.org/birding-e-biking-brews/

All equipment provided including: e-bikes, brews, binoculars, and field guides. Must be 16 years of age or older.

Join us poolside this Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 24th and Sunday, May 25th from 11 AM to 4 PM for our annual pop-up barbecue hut, Sizzle and Smoke!

Enjoy gourmet handheld delights like smoked brisket grilled cheese, pulled pork sandwiches, and loaded wagyu hot dogs along with sides like smoked Gouda mac and cheese and burrata pasta salad. Our Agave Bar & Grill will also be offering its full menu, including refreshing signature margaritas, gelato cups, tacos and, our summer special, Pineapple SPLASH! Dole Whip.

Handhelds $20 | Sides $10

*All guests must have a valid wristband to attend.*

Hotel guests will receive a wristband upon arrival and non-hotel guests must purchase a pass through ResortPass.

Hotel guests can upgrade the experience by reserving premium poolside seating and packages by clicking the link below!