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01 Oct

Walking Club

Members Only
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and explore the world's deserts before most people have even had breakfast! Choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ journey to enjoy the sights and soun...
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01 Oct

Me & You at the Zoo

Free with Admission
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
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01 Oct

Hoppy Hour

Free with Admission
Indulge your appetite for adventure at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens' Hoppy Hour — no passport required! Transport yourself to the enchanting land Down Under, right here in the heart of the Coachella Valley! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday fro...
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05 Oct

Coffee and Conservation: Reinventing Conservation

Members Only
NEW: Exclusive Member Event! Discover how The Living Desert is pioneering desert conservation and learn about the impactful work our team is doing here at the Zoo and in desert ecosystems worldwide — directly from the teams leading the charge — while...
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06 Oct

Hotdogs with Heroes

Families, local businesses, and first responders will gather for an afternoon of fun, learning, and community connection. This free public event requires prior registration and does not include Zoo admission. The first 100 families to register will r...
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07 Oct

Virtual Travel Night

Evening Events
Did you know that The Living Desert leads small trips to extraordinary places around the world? Join us for Virtual Travel Nights on Zoom! Learn about upcoming trips with our CEO/President Allen Monroe. He’ll share what you can expect from these uniq...
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08 Oct

Presentation by Mary Wykstra from Action for Cheetahs in Kenya

Members Only
Join us for an insightful talk by Mary Wykstra, founder of Action for Cheetahs in Kenya (ACK), an organization dedicated to protecting and conserving cheetahs through research and community-led efforts.
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12 Oct

Wild at Heart: ZooCamp for Adults

Education Program
Unleash your inner wild child at Wild at Heart - ZooCamp for Adults at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens! Dive into the fascinating world of desert animals and conservation through immersive, hands-on experiences with our incredible zoo professionals...
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19 Oct

Saturday Mini ZooCamp

Education Program
Step into the wonders of the natural world with our one-day ZooCamp, specially designed for budding naturalists in grades K-3! Your child's curiosity will soar as they engage with wildlife like never before.
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26 Oct

Native Plant Sale

Purchase your own California native desert plants – propagated on-site at The Living Desert – to start your own home garden! This plant sale is open to the public and does not include admission to the Zoo.
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26 Oct

Howl-O-Ween

Free with Admission
Don't miss the Coachella Valley's favorite, family-friendly Halloween celebration, Howl-O-Ween at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens! On October 26 and 27, guests of all ages are invited to dress up in their favorite costumes and celebrate the season...
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11 Nov

Zoo Families: Wildly Diverse

Education Program
Not all animal families look alike! This family program invites you and your pride to learn about the animal families here at The Living Desert. It includes an up-close animal experience, storytime, crafts, a tram tour, and admission to the Zoo after...
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ZooCamp
25 Nov

Fall ZooCamp

Education Program
Designed for budding naturalists in grades K-6, our three-day ZooCamp is a hands-on gateway to the wonders of the natural world! Watch your child’s curiosity soar as they engage in exciting wildlife adventures, from up-close animal encounters to crea...
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23 Dec

Zookeeper Academy

Education Program
This career-based camp will explore what goes into caring for the animals at The Living Desert and ensuring their health and wellbeing. With the guidance of the Learning and Engagement staff, campers will learn about and assist with the jobs that are...
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27 Dec

Winter Mini ZooCamp

Education Program
Step into the wonders of the natural world with our one-day ZooCamp, specially designed for budding naturalists in grades K-6! Your child’s curiosity will soar as they engage with wildlife like never before.
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ZooCamp
02 Jan

Winter ZooCamp

Education Program
Designed for budding naturalists in grades K-6, our three-day ZooCamp is a hands-on gateway to the wonders of the natural world! Watch your child’s curiosity soar as they engage in exciting wildlife adventures, from up-close animal encounters to crea...
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Today at the Zoo

7:30am

Giraffe Connection at Giraffe Care & Conservation Center

8:00am

Rhino Encounter* (Advanced reservations recommended)

8:00am - 12:00pm

Giraffe Feeding*

8:30am

Rhino Connection at McCarthy Overlook

9:00am

African Grasslands Connection at the Cheetah Habitat

9:30am

African Painted Dog Connection at Their Habitat

10:00am

Reptile Connection in Village Watutu

10:30am

Wild Americas Connection in Eagle Canyon

12:30pm

Animal Connection at the Discovery Center


Programming and timing subject to change.

*additional cost.