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Extended hours August

We are offering late nights at the zoo in August on Saturdays and Sundays. Join us for fun after 5 o'clock during these extended general admission hours. Dates & times Saturdays and Sundays in July 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Exits close at 7 p.m. Price & tickets Extended hour entry is the same price...

Pathway improvements & early closure for Zoofari

Dirt pathway renovations Pathways at the front of the zoo will be under construction through September. To improve accessibility, the pathways connecting zoo entry to the playground area, children's zoo, and zoo primate area are under construction to replace dirt with concrete. The improvements will also include more lighting and decorative elements. No animal habitats...

Extended hours July

We are offering late nights at the zoo in July on Saturdays, Sundays, and select Wednesdays. Join us for fun after 5 o'clock during these extended general admission hours. Dates & times Saturdays and Sundays in July 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Exits close at 8 p.m. Select Wednesdays in July July 2nd, July 16th,...

Self-guided visits

The Santa Ana Zoo is a wonderful place for a field trip. If you come for a self-guided visit, you will explore the zoo with your group at your own pace and under your own guidance. The zoo does not provide educators or programming for self-guided visits. For field trips that include Zoo Education instructors...

3rd Annual Santa Ana “Brew at the Zoo”

Try a stout staring at a spider monkey or an ale while in awe of an anteater Saturday, May 10th, 5-8 PM Get ready to cheers to conservation! The Santa Ana Zoo is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated 3rd Annual “Brew at the Zoo” event, returning on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to...

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Brew at the Zoo

For full event information, see Brew at the Zoo. This 21 and up only annual fundraiser includes: animal encounters zoo glass and unlimited beverage tasting complimentary food tastings food for purchase music Date May 10, 2025 Time 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tickets For FOSAZ Member discount, join today Purchase tickets here

Social narrative

Welcome We look forward to having you visit the Santa Ana Zoo. Our 20-acre zoo is located at Prentice Park, 1801 East Chestnut Avenue in Santa Ana, California. This story will help you prepare for and enjoy your visit. Throughout this story you will see the following symbols: This area may be noisy. This...

Bird watching

Take a walk in nature and see what species we find! Bring your own binoculars or borrow a pair during the program. All ages welcome! Join us on the first and third Saturdays of the month. Upcoming dates Saturday, October 18th Saturday, November 1st Saturday, November 15th Saturday, December 6th Saturday, December 20th Time 8:30...

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Free tax prep services

In partnership with Haven Neighborhood Services, VITA free tax preparation services will be available at the Zoo - by appointment only - to qualifying individuals. Dates Sunday February 16, 2025 Sunday March 16, 2025 Cost Admission to the zoo is complimentary with your your tax preparation appointment. Confirmation of your appointment must be provided at...

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Art workshop

The Oak Portals are here! Paint on our big community canvas! Creativity plus outdoor education. All ages and experience levels welcome. Join us on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month! Upcoming dates Saturday, October 25th Saturday, November 8th Saturday, December 13th Time 10:00am to 11:00am

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Sonic Coming to the Zoo

Join us on Sunday, December 15 at Santa Ana Zoo to meet the characters Sonic, Tails, Knuckles and Shadow from SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3. They will be taking photos with guests from 11AM - 2PM and giving out complimentary coloring sheets to everyone, while supplies last. Sonic the Hedgehog returns to the big screen this holiday...

December at the Zoo

Find out what's happening this month at the Zoo. Meet Santa Claus Donate ten dollars toward the zoo's animal conservation fund and take your picture with the Main Place Mall Santa Claus. First come, first served, during event only. General admission to zoo not included with donation. When Saturday, December 7, 2024 1:30 p.m. to...

November at the Zoo

Find out what's happening this month at the Zoo. Blanket donation drive Donate a new small blanket today and help make our community a warmer place. Our City Net partners will distribute your donations to persons experiencing homelessness. Receive one free child admission per donation. When November 17th through November 30th 10 a.m. to 4...

Nature journaling club

Join us as we explore, sketch, and write about the natural world! All ages are welcome. The program is free to the public; no registration is necessary. Upcoming dates Second and fourth Sunday of each month Time 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Frequently asked questions What is nature journaling? Nature journaling is a way to...