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The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, Wonderfully Wild. The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, Wonderfully Wild.

Upcoming Zoo Events

Hoppy Hour- Every Tuesday and Thursday

November 16, 2023 - May 30, 2024

Transport yourself to the enchanting land Down Under, right here in the heart of the Coachella Valley! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-5:00pm at the Kookaburra Cafe for a journey featuring all the best sights, sounds, and savory flavors! Hosted on a patio overlooking the stunning Australian Adventures habitat, you'll enjoy exclusive Hoppy Hour appetizers and specialty...

Me & You at the Zoo

October 3, 2023 - April 30, 2024

Join us at the Learning and Impact Department Building each week for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.

This event is free for members or with paid park admission.

Glow in the Park

March 16, 2024 - April 28, 2024

The wildly popular nighttime event, Glow in the Park, returns to The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens this spring with a spectacular new line up of hand-crafted lantern displays that represent wildlife from around the world!

Glow in the Park - Glow with Pride

March 21, 2024

The magical and immersive world of Glow in the Park will be dazzling in a whole new light during The Living Desert’s inaugural pride event. Fearuring special LIVE entertainment, a one-night-only silent disco, and local community partners and LGBTQ-owned businesses.

Spring ZooCamp

April 2, 2024 - April 4, 2024

In this three-day camp, grades K-6 will be enthralled by the wonders of wildlife as they engage in special activities, arts and crafts, up-close animal encounters, and more!

Xerophilous

April 6, 2024 - April 7, 2024

Celebrate the Zoo’s 52 gardens during the first-ever Xerophilous event! During this desert botanical festival weekend, guests can tour special gardens, attend hands-on clinics, purchase native California plants, and enjoy botanical-themed food, cocktails, and entertainment.

Glow in the Park - Adult night

April 11, 2024

Step into a magical world of lights this spring at this special adults-only edition of Glow in the Park!

Spring Mini Camp

May 27, 2024

In this one-day Spring Mini Camp, your junior adventurer will get creative as they learn about wildlife and their natural surroundings through hands-on activities, crafting, special animal encounters, and more. These STEAM based activities are designed for grades K-3 & 7-9.

Summer ZooCamp

June 12, 2024 - June 27, 2024

Wild adventure awaits! Join The Living Desert for educational activities focused on nature play, STEAM based learning, animal encounters, and more. Summer ZooCamp programs will be offered for campers in grades K-9.

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