Fundraising Events at The Living Desert

Located in Palm Desert and just 15 minutes from Palm Springs, The Living Desert's mission is desert conservation through preservation, education and appreciation. Click here to become a member. Campers learn about plants and animals, the environment (including our own desert) and what it's like to work at a zoo Quarters for Conservation. Choose a Conservation Project and help protect wild animals and plants around the planet! You can become an important part of The Living Desert's conservation efforts through our Adopt! Program.

Annual Gala


The Living Desert will celebrate their 20th Annual Gala, "Zoobilee", on Sunday, March 27, 2011 beginning at 5:00 p.m., to help support our ongoing community programs and conservation efforts.

Mousetrap Invitational Golf Tournament


Monday, May 3, 2010, The Living Desert will host their 27th Annual Mousetrap Invitational Golf Tournament on the grounds of Toscana Country Club in Indian Wells, CA...

Garden Party


On Sunday, November 15, 2009 from 2 to 5 p.m., The Living Desert will host a Garden Party reception on the sun-filled grounds of The Cary Grant Estate ...

Jazz Series


Hear the sounds of an authentic American art form by some of the West Coast's top jazz musicians.

Good Evening


The Living Desert's popular cocktail party series is back and better than ever.

Brew at the Zoo


The Living Desert will soon be home to blues, brew, and barbecue at the 1st Annual Brew at the Zoo!

Diamonds in the Rough


An exciting new fund-raising event, Diamonds in the Rough, on January 24th offers participants a chance to win fabulous prizes, with proceeds to benefit our ongoing community programs and conservation efforts.