Día de los Muertos Mariachi jmontero Fri, 08/14/2026 - 15:45 Sabertooth Mexican Grill, Elephant Odyssey 5, 6, 7, and 8 p.m. (30 minutes) Celebrate the season in glowing style with our talented, strolling musical entertainment.
Boo Crew: Zoo Characters jmontero Fri, 08/14/2026 - 15:44 Boardwalk Beer Garden, Outback 5:45, 6:50, and 7:55 p.m. (20 minutes) Meet, greet and take photos with the Zoo’s own Dr. Harry & Friends who are dressed up in their Halloween finest.…
Dusty Keys jmontero Fri, 08/14/2026 - 15:44 Boardwalk Beer Garden, Outback 5, 6:05, 7:10, and 8:15 p.m. (45 minutes) The eerie, silly, and talented organist plays haunting tunes that are sure to bring chills—and smiles—from the beyond.
Spooky Revue jmontero Fri, 08/14/2026 - 15:41 Sydney’s Grill, Outback 5:30, 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 p.m. (20 minutes) Hang around for a spell and enjoy a kooky assortment of wildlife-themed specialty acts in this glowing and acrobatic variety
The Glow-Go’s jmontero Fri, 08/14/2026 - 15:39 Busy Bee Patio, Wildlife Explorers Basecamp 6:30–9 p.m. (Every 10 minutes) Our animated, neon-colored pumpkin singing group is sure to put a smile on everyone’s faces with their original songs
The Spider’s W.E.B. jmontero Fri, 08/14/2026 - 15:39 Desert Dunes, Wildlife Explorers Basecamp 5–9 p.m. (Continuous) From high above, our talented acrobatic spider performer shows off their skills as they weave their web.
Featured Creatures jmontero Fri, 08/14/2026 - 15:38 Rady’s Presentation Area, Wildlife Explorers Basecamp 5:15, 6:15, and 7:15 p.m. (30 minutes) Our wildlife care teams will introduce you to some “spooky” wildlife ambassadors. Here you’ll d…
Dr. Zoolittle's Tricks & Treats jmontero Fri, 08/14/2026 - 15:32 Near Wegeforth Bowl, Centennial Plaza 5:30, 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 p.m. (30 minutes) The inimitable conservationist joins the HalGLOWeen fun with wildlife trivia and interactive…
Boolahoops jmontero Fri, 08/14/2026 - 15:29 Near Wegeforth Bowl, Centennial Plaza 5, 6, 7, and 8 p.m. (30 minutes) With interactive family fun, games and prizes, wildlife explorers of all ages will want to jump, shuffle, slide and spin to a…
Python Path jmontero Fri, 08/14/2026 - 15:22 Reptile House, Front Street 5–9 p.m. (Continuous) Visit after dark to feel the glow and see reptiles in a whole new light.
HalGLOWeen jmontero Fri, 08/14/2026 - 08:59 Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays in October Mark your calendars and join in the seasonal family fun of HalGLOWeen, when the Zoo will stay open until 9 p.m. HalGLOWeen activities take place starting…
The San Diego Zoo is located at 2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, CA 92101. Age 5. Recommended for ages 12 and older. Maximum of 2 children per adult. Ages 15 and younger must be accompanied by a paid adult. A separate admission ticket or membersh…