Starting October 1, The Living Desert will become a cashless facility. For your convenience, reverse ATMs will be available on-site to convert cash to a prepaid debit card for a $1 transaction fee. Click here to learn more.
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
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 mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
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 mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
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 mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
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 mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
Open to all ages and experience levels, this program is the perfect way to stretch, relax, and connect with nature. Meet us at the Conservation Station, between Rhino and Giraffe Savannas to join. Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and wear comfortable attire.
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 mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
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 mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
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 mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
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 mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
Open to all ages and experience levels, this program is the perfect way to stretch, relax, and connect with nature. Meet us at the Conservation Station, between Rhino and Giraffe Savannas to join. Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and wear comfortable attire.
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 mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
The Garden’s Summer Camps are back! Register your child to one of three drop-off camps that will encourage the next generation of outdoor enthusiasts, conservationists and environmental scientists.
Unleash your inner 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. Get...
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ mile journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members.
Join The Living Desert for Howl-O-Ween, a family-friendly Halloween celebration filled with trick-or-treat stations, festive activities, animal encounters, and more — all included with Zoo admission.
Join us for a special presentation featuring Dr. James Danoff-Burg, Vice President of Conservation at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, to learn about the Desert Tortoise Headstart Program.
Experience a unique, members-only Pilates mat class led by expert instructor Nigel Sampson—surrounded by the sights and sounds of the zoo for a morning of mindful movement in nature.
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...
Presented by the H.N. and Frances C. Berger Foundation, WildLights is back and brighter than ever — and you can be the first to see it! This year’s event features dazzling photo-ops are all throughout the park, and nightly holiday music keeps the che...
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime tr...
Discover the world of giraffe conservation in a special presentation with Katie Shaw, The Living Desert's Conservation Social Scientist. Learn how our team is taking action to help protect giraffes and combat their silent extinction.
Step into the wonders of the natural world with our one-day ZooCamp. Watch your child's curiosity soar with thrilling wildlife adventures, up-close animal encounters, and imaginative arts and crafts. Throughout the day, they will dive into the hands-...
Members are invited to hear Dr. Anna Young share her insights on the vital topic of bird conservation. Following the presentation, members are invited to a relaxing sip and stroll through our scenic grounds with a cup of bird-safe coffee — ethically...
The Living Desert invites you to attend our Fifth Annual International Desert Conservation Summit from January 16-18, 2026. This year’s Summit will showcase a collection of leading-edge conservation experts from around the world dedicated to saving t...
Join The Living Desert's conservation team for a presentation on the vital role of pollinators here in the valley, practical ways to help by planting native plant species, and the Zoo's conservation efforts at home and abroad.