The San Diego Zoo is 100 acres in size. It is well known for its lush, naturalistic habitats and unique animal encounters and is home to more than 3,700 rare and endangered animals representing approximately 660 species and subspecies and a prominent botanical collection with more than 700,000 plants.

Events

There's always something new to experience at the Park! Check out the festivals, tours, concerts, and events scheduled all year long.

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Hot Chocolate Run

Join us on March 8th, 2026, for the SKECHERS Hot Chocolate Run, where fun meets flavor in the most delicious way possible. Choose your challenge —...

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44th Saint Patricks Day Parade and Festival

Welcome to the 44th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival! Presented by the Irish Congress of Southern California Saturday, March 14, 2026 ...

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Sea Otters A wild Family Adventure