Carrousel closed for scheduled maintenance June 3rd to 13th.  In addition to regular hours, the rides will be open on Thursday, June 19th 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the holiday.

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Are you keeping an eye on the River's Edge Construction? While there is not an opening date yet, construction is progressing, and the habitat is going vertical! This week a series of large, steel posts were lifted into place by a giant crane. Some of these posts have big rings on them.... for the future...

Working at the Zoo is a rewarding experience. Join our team and help us save wildlife through fun, adventure, and learning. Friends of Santa Ana Zoo Jobs Our partner group (FOSAZ) often has gift shop, rides, or membership sales jobs available. Click HERE for FOSAZ job information. Volunteer Interested in volunteering, instead? Check out our...

Friends of Santa Ana Zoo (FOSAZ) is a nonprofit corporation organized to develop financial support, growth, and community awareness for the Santa Ana Zoo. FOSAZ has helped support and improve the Zoo since 1972. To raise funds for improvements and animal care, FOSAZ manages the Zoo's: membership program gift shop event rentals rides grant writing...

Explore the zoo with your educational group at you own pace. There are no programming elements or instructors included with self-guided visits. Need to know Open to groups such as schools and community organizations. Requires a minimum of 10 paying group members to book. Cost through 6/30/2025: $11 per adult $8 per child (ages 3-12)...

Students become explorers in this two-part guided program. The adventure begins with a live animal spotlight presentation followed by a self-guided exploration of the zoo. At select education stations, students interact with education staff and volunteers to learn more about the animals and habitats they find. Special programs and rates are available for Title 1...

Be a part of Santa Ana Zoo history with an engraved brick. A personalized commemorative brick makes a great gift.

Adopt an animal is a prefect gift to celebrate someone in your life. Your contribution will be used for habitats, animal care, and programs.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Santa Ana Zoo. Volunteer opportunities for groups depend on the size and goals of the group volunteering. We are not able to provide walk-up volunteer opportunities. Special Events Who? Student-led and Community groups with 5-25 individuals. City of Santa Ana One-time Volunteer Waiver required for each...

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Santa Ana Zoo. Volunteer opportunities are available in departments throughout the zoo. Application requirements depend on the number of hours you are interested in providing. We are not able to provide walk-up volunteer opportunities. You need to be at least: 12 years old with an adult,...

Charities and nonprofits can request 1 free guest pass for the Zoo. Guest passes can be used in silent auctions or other events to help you raise money for your organization. These passes are donated by the Friends of the Santa Ana Zoo. Need to know Free You can only request 1 pass Send your...

We're here to help. Find phone numbers and email to contact the Santa Ana Zoo staff and Friends of the Santa Ana Zoo.

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, the Santa Ana Zoo has been a community touchstone since opening in 1952.

The annual Zoofari Gala - hosted by the Friends of the Santa Ana Zoo - is an incredible evening of joy, awareness, and giving. Thank you to everyone who made the August 17, 2024 Zoofari a success. For more information about the event, click here Event host Chris Schauble Chris Schauble is co-anchor of the...

Join or give a gift of Zoo membership. Members enjoy great benefits and support the animals. Remember to renew every year.

Volunteers are welcome as individuals, in groups, and for special events. Individual volunteers Long-term and short-term positions available Students welcome Work side by side with Education and Animal Care staff Serve as Zoo Ambassadors, Monitors for farm and aviaries, and Zoo greeters Group volunteers Special events: service groups can help make our special events extra...

Every dollar you donate goes towards capital improvements, animal care, and educational programs. Thank you for your support!

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