June 3, 2023 - September 5, 2023
Your night in America’s Finest City is set to be wild with Nighttime Zoo! Gather your fellow party animals and embark on a fun nocturnal adventure filled with live entertainment and music at San Diego Zoo.
The fun continues after dark at San Diego Zoo this summer season. See your favorite animals during the twilight hours, gain unique insights into the life of these creatures, and meet the dedicated caretakers who keep the Zoo’s permanent residents happy and healthy.
Follow along as we uncover all the wild happenings at Nighttime Zoo.
Nighttime Zoo Tickets
The Night Zoo San Diego event is included with your daily admission.
Nearby Hotels and Lodging
San Diego is sprawling with lodging options that fit your needs and budget. Book any of these rooms with Tripster for the ultimate comfort and savings.
- The Sofia Hotel
- Moxy San Diego Downtown/Gaslamp Quarter
- The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
- Comfort Inn Gaslamp Convention Center
- Hotel Indigo Gaslamp Quarter
San Diego Zoo Vacation Packages
Why stop at San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance when you can squeeze in more adventures to your vacation? Make the most of America’s Finest City by bundling your tickets with these other attractions and hotels:
- The Sofia Hotel
- San Diego Zoo and USS Midway - Combo Tickets
- San Diego Zoo LEGOLAND Package
- San Diego Zoo Vacation Package
- SeaWorld San Diego and Zoo Tickets
- San Diego Zoo + Old Town Trolley Combo Tickets
- San Diego Zoo and Safari Park Package
- Disneyland and San Diego Zoo Tickets
- LEGOLAND SeaWorld San Diego Zoo Packages
- San Diego Natural History Museum + San Diego Zoo Combo Tickets
Nighttime Zoo Special Entertainment
Rock & Roar
Where: Front Street Stage, Front Street
When: Daily at 4, 5, 6, and 7 PM.
When the sun goes down, Rock and Roar, San Diego Night Zoo’s in-house band, keeps the fun going by playing classics. Come and sing along to new and old hits.
Zoolamoves
Where: Front Street State, Front Street
When: Daily at 4:30 PM, 5:30 PM, and 6:30 PM.
San Diego Zoo’s talented hosts will get your little ones up and groovin’. Grab your dancing shoes and get your body moving with your kiddos as the interactive dances and contests are for all ages.
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The Chameleons
Where: Outside front plaza and Sweet Shack
When: June 8, 2023 through September 5, 2023, at 4:45 PM, 5:30 PM, and 7:30 PM
The Chameleons will surely get your toes tapping when they play a selection of songs from the Beatles to Broadway. Catch their interactive performances that last about 30 minutes at San Diego Nighttime Zoo.
Whimsical Wildlife Performers
Where: Along Front Street; and in Africa Rocks Garden
When: June 8, 2023, through September 5, 2023, from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
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Meet and snap groupies with wildlife-themed performers at the San Diego Zoo Night Zoo.
Africa Beat
Where: Africa Rocks Stage, Africa Rocks
When: June 8, 2023, through September 5, 2023, at 5 PM, 6 PM, and 7 PM.
Feel the pulsing rhythms of Africa as the world-class troupe of performers highlights the tribal sounds of their homeland in this show.
Amazing African Acrobats
Where: Africa Rocks Stage, Africa Rocks
When: June 8, 2023, through September 5, 2023, at 4:45 PM and 5:45 PM, and 6:45 PM
Showcasing an impressive mix of skills, energy, and charisma, these acrobats are sure to amaze with their incredible feats. Get ready for some jaw-dropping moves during the San Diego Night Time Zoo event.
Dr. Zoolittle's Exploration Station
Where: Rady Ambassador Presentation Area, Wildlife Explorers Basecamp
When: June 8, 2023 through September 5, 2023 at 5 PM, 6 PM, and 7 PM.
Dr Zoolittle invites you to join this interactive and educational presentation on the discovery of nature and wildlife.
Summer Songs
Where: Boardwalk Beer Garden, Outback
When: June 8, 2023 through September 5, 2023 at 4:45 PM, 5:35 PM, 6:25 PM, and 7:15 PM.
Take a break from roaming around the Zoo. Chill out by listening to the relaxing tones of the guitar and soft vocals.
Dr. Harry & Friends
Where: Wildlife Explorers Basecamp
When: June 8, 2023 through September 5, 2023 at 4 PM, 4:30 PM,5 PM, 5:30 PM, 6 PM, and 6:30 PM.
Dr. Harry Lion and his crew are ready to meet and greet you. Be sure to see and take silly pictures with them during your visit.
Nighttime Zoo San Diego Date
San Diego Zoo Night Hours runs from June 3, 2023 through September 5, 2023.
Nighttime Zoo Venue
The Zoo events are located at 2920 Zoo Dr San Diego, CA 92101.
Experience Nighttime Zoo at the San Diego Zoo
Journey into the wild and indulge in a night of amazing animal encounters, live music, energetic music, and more entertainment during the San Diego Zoo Nighttime summer hours. This summer, San Diego Zoo will be open until 8 PM, allowing guests to bond with their favorite animals, enjoy the seasonal shows, plus devour many snacks and drinks.
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So, gather your fellow night owls and make your summer adventure wilder than ever at Nighttime Zoo. While at it, you can bundle your tickets with a vacation package.
