Squishing of the Squash

Get ready to let the GOURD times roll! What happens to the pumpkins when Halloween’s over? The squash get squished - by our zoo animals! Watch our animals romp, stomp, and chomp pumpkins of all siz ...

Art Gone Wild!

Art Gone Wild LIVE Auction Saturday, November 14 | 6 to 8 p.m. Join us for the Rosamond Gifford Zoo's American Association of Zookeepers annual auction of one of a kind animal artwork! ...

Friendsgiving

Friday, November 20, 2026 | 6-8 p.m. Want a mouthwatering Thanksgiving feast without spending hours in the kitchen? Come to our Fantastic Friendsgiving Feast buffet dinner and let our expert cater ...

Holiday Nights

DECEMBER 4-19 (Fridays and Saturdays) 5-8 p.m. Enjoy a festive and fun after-hours stroll amid sparkling displays of holiday lights that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Visit with ...

Holiday Nights

DECEMBER 4-19 (Fridays and Saturdays) 5-8 p.m. Enjoy a festive and fun after-hours stroll amid sparkling displays of holiday lights that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Visit with ...

Brunch with Santa

Bring the whole family to enjoy a delicious holiday feast, meet Santa Claus, and visit the zoo animals in winter! Ticket Information: Members-Only Presale: November 3 - November 24 General Admi ...

Holiday Nights

DECEMBER 4-19 (Fridays and Saturdays) 5-8 p.m. Enjoy a festive and fun after-hours stroll amid sparkling displays of holiday lights that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Visit with ...

Holiday Nights

DECEMBER 4-19 (Fridays and Saturdays) 5-8 p.m. Enjoy a festive and fun after-hours stroll amid sparkling displays of holiday lights that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Visit with ...

Brunch with Santa

Bring the whole family to enjoy a delicious holiday feast, meet Santa Claus, and visit the zoo animals in winter! Ticket Information: Members-Only Presale: November 3 - November 24 General Admi ...

Holiday Nights

DECEMBER 4-19 (Fridays and Saturdays) 5-8 p.m. Enjoy a festive and fun after-hours stroll amid sparkling displays of holiday lights that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Visit with ...

Holiday Nights

DECEMBER 4-19 (Fridays and Saturdays) 5-8 p.m. Enjoy a festive and fun after-hours stroll amid sparkling displays of holiday lights that transform the zoo into a winter wonderland. Visit with ...

Brunch with Santa

Bring the whole family to enjoy a delicious holiday feast, meet Santa Claus, and visit the zoo animals in winter! Ticket Information: Members-Only Presale: November 3 - November 24 General Admi ...