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DC Presents: Reading with Zoo-per Heroes at the LA Zoo
February 8: It’s a bird! It’s a plane! No, it’s DC Super Heroes taking over the L.A. Zoo!
LA Zoo Drive-In Movies
OCTOBER 16-NOVEMBER 1: Visit the zoo for a drive-in movie series, featuring cool themes, tasty treats, and a special preshow video presentation with the zoo's biggest animal stars, trivia challenges, and more.
Lunar New Year Nights at L.A. Zoo
JANUARY 6-22: Celebrate the year of the rabbit with a glow-in-the-dark dragon dance parade, lion dance show, kung fu showcase and acrobatics, fan dancers, calligraphy, food trucks, and more.
L.A. Zoo Lights at Los Angeles Zoo
NOVEMBER 18 – JANUARY 22, 2023: Explore an immersive landscape filled with spectacular lantern sculptures of animals among blooming flowers, towering trees, and more for, a wildlife-centered experience that’s as inspiring as it is breathtaking.
LA Zoo Lights: Family New Year’s Eve
DECEMBER 31: Ring in the new year at the zoo - celebrate with dinner, a dance party, and apple cider toast! After the party, explore the zoo until closing.
Lunar New Year at L.A. Zoo
FEBRUARY 17–18: Enjoy a day at the zoo and lots of traditional entertainment to celebrate the Year of the Dragon. Explore the zoo with a Zoo-diac tour map to see the animals that are part of the 12-year Chinese zodiac.
Zoo Block Party at the Los Angeles Zoo
JUNE 1-2: Show off your best moves at the Zoo Block Party! Play games, draw nature-inspired chalk art, listen to the music, and join in on the fun before a fun-filled day at the Zoo.
Zoo Friday Nights at LA Zoo
FRIDAYS, AUGUST 9, 16, 23, 30: Explore the zoo on a summer evening! See your favorite animals during twilight hours. Enjoy musical performances, family dance party and games, and interactive education stations.
World Gorilla Day: Walk on the Wild Side at LA Zoo
SEPTEMBER 28: Follow a self-guided tour to see western lowland gorillas and other primates, uncover fascinating facts, and count your steps along the way. With engaging animal keeper talks, special feedings, and enriching activities, this event promises a wild adventure.
L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow
NOVEMBER 15 - JANUARY 5: A nature-focused holiday celebration featuring all-new seasonal wonders, including Winter Wildlands with majestic pine trees, glowing ice crystals, snow-loving animals, views of the “northern lights,” and photo spots.
Spring Fling at L.A. Zoo
March 22-23: Celebrate spring with live music, animal feedings, crafts, and hands-on activities exploring pollinators, butterflies, and nature at the Zoo!
Wild for the Planet ft. Big Bunny at the LA Zoo
April 18-20: Celebrate Earth and spring with Big Bunny photos, honey tastings, story times, live shows, and family-friendly conservation activities.
Dia de Los Ninos Day at the LA Zoo
May 3-4: Enjoy special activities and performances honoring the Mexican tradition.
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