Saturday October 20, 2018 | Today’s Hours: 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Today at the Zoo
What’s New at the Zoo
Attractions
Be sure to check out the many attractions the Zoo offers!
Learn more about our attractions
Upcoming Events at the Zoo
Sat
20
Boo at the Zoo
October 20 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
The Zoo transforms for three nights of safe, traffic-free trick-or-treating for monster-ous thrills and chills including a Trick-or-Treat Trail, Boo-Choo-Choo train rides, Creepy Crawly encounters, Spooky Storytelling, Goblin Games, and more. It’s the most popular family Halloween festival in the tri-counties area!
Sat
20
Boo at the Zoo
October 20 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
The Zoo transforms for three nights of safe, traffic-free trick-or-treating for monster-ous thrills and chills including a Trick-or-Treat Trail, Boo-Choo-Choo train rides, Creepy Crawly encounters, Spooky Storytelling, Goblin Games, and more. It’s the most popular family Halloween festival in the tri-counties area!
Sun
21
Explorer Fundays: Cork Bats
October 21 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
52 Weeks of Fun!
Stop by the Explore Store for an easy craft that’s fun for all ages! Create your own spooky bat using corks and a little imagination.
Explorer Fundays activities are held every Saturday & Sunday from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Explore Store.
Cost: free with Zoo admission
Sun
21
Boo at the Zoo
October 21 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Zoo transforms for three nights of safe, traffic-free trick-or-treating for monster-ous thrills and chills including a Trick-or-Treat Trail, Boo-Choo-Choo train rides, Creepy Crawly encounters, Spooky Storytelling, Goblin Games, and more. It’s the most popular family Halloween festival in the tri-counties area!
Sat
27
Explorer Fundays: Potato Print Jack-o-Lanterns
October 27 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
52 Weeks of Fun!
Stop by the Explore Store for an easy craft that’s fun for all ages! No need for a pumpkin to make these jack-o-lanterns, let’s paint some with potatoes.
Explorer activities are held every Saturday & Sunday from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Explore Store.
Cost: free with Zoo admission
Explore our Zoo
Animals
Animals
The Santa Barbara Zoo is home to 146 species of mammals, reptiles, birds and insects. More than 500 animals are exhibited in open, naturalistic habitats. If you can’t visit us in person, you can find out more about some of our animals here.
See our AnimalsConservation
Conservation
You’re probably aware of the good work that the Santa Barbara Zoo does with our own animals. However, many people are not aware of the work we do in the wild.
Learn MoreMembership
Membership
As a Santa Barbara Zoo Member, you are part of a network of thousands of individuals and families who support the Zoo’s mission of preserving, conserving, and enhancing the natural world and its living treasures.
Become a MemberBirthday Parties
Birthday Parties
The Santa Barbara Zoo offers unique birthday party packages for children 12 & under, and the grown-ups will have a great time too!
Learn MoreWeddings
Weddings
Make your wedding unforgettable at the Santa Barbara Zoo. Guests will enjoy nearly 30 acres of lush gardens, majestic ocean views, and our incredible animals.
Find out MoreCalifornia Tales
California Tales
Two Different Live Shows: “California Tales: Coyote and the Laughing Butterflies” and “Dino Doc”
Learn MoreSanta Barbara Zoo Presents
Really interesting stories about animals from really interesting people.
Listen Now!About the Santa Barbara Zoo
Our Mission
The Santa Barbara Zoo is dedicated to the preservation, conservation, and enhancement of the natural world and its living treasures through education, research, and recreation.
