Rides open Fridays 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., & Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Boo at the Zoo is October 18, 19, 25, 26.

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Santa Ana Zoo

Save wildlife and wild spaces with us through fun, adventure, and learning.

Open daily

Zoo hours

  • Every day: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Closed November 27th, 2025
  • Closed December 25th, 2025

Ride hours

  • Friday: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Location

1801 East Chestnut Avenue
Santa Ana, CA 92701

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Events

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Santa Ana Residents Day

The third Sunday of every month is free for residents of Santa Ana. Current photo ID required per each adult resident.

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Boo at the Zoo

Join us for Boo at the Zoo October 18, 19, 25 and 26. Purchase tickets for this family-friendly event today!

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Chemistry Day at the Zoo

Become a scientist and explore the chemistry of spices with local college students during Chemistry Day at the Zoo.

About

Through fun, adventure, and learning, the Santa Ana Zoo empowers its community to save wildlife and wild spaces.

Part of the City of Santa Ana's Parks, Recreation, and Community Services team, and supported by nonprofit Friends of Santa Ana Zoo, Santa Ana Zoo has been a community touchstone since opening in 1952.

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