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Sunday, May 26
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Animal Adventures
10:15 am - 10:30 am
Come meet some of our amazing ambassador animals and the people who care for them! Test your skills of observation as you witness some of their unique behaviors and learn about how we work with them every day.
Animal Adventures
10:15 am - 10:30 am
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Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Sea Life Cliffs
Say hello to our seals—and learn firsthand about the care they receive from their devoted keepers at the L.A. Zoo.
Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
Wasserman Family Thai Pavilion at Elephants of Asia Watch a session with our Asian elephants and learn how zookeepers use positive reinforcement to build bonds with the elephants—and keep them healthy and safe.
Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
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Tomistoma Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Tomistoma Exhibit
Join us as keepers share insight on our resident Tomistomas near the LAIR.
Tomistoma Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Hippo Encounter
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Hippo Exhibit
Get an up-close, behind-the-scenes opportunity to meet our beloved hippos, Mara and baby Rosie for this separately ticketed experience.
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Hippo Encounter
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Animals & You
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
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Campfire Stories
1:00 pm - 1:20 pm
California Condor Rescue Zone
Gather ‘round the (pretend) campfire and join us for an interactive story time featuring condors and their animal friends.
Campfire Stories
1:00 pm - 1:20 pm
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Tasmanian Devil Feeding
1:30 pm - 1:50 pm
Tasmanian Devil Exhibit
Tasmanian Devils are social feeders. Watch as keepers simulate their natural feeding behaviors and make sure to listen carefully as they make some pretty surprising sounds!
Tasmanian Devil Feeding
1:30 pm - 1:50 pm
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Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us to explore the amazing world of birds in our aviary. You can use binoculars to view the residents up close, memorialize your observations through nature journaling, and chat with an education specialist to take your birding skills to the next level.
Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Otter Talk
3:00 pm - 3:20 pm
Rainforest Stilt House Learn about some of the zoo's most playful residents as they swim, slip, and slide around their exhibit.
Otter Talk
3:00 pm - 3:20 pm
Monday, May 27
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Good Morning Gorillas
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Campo Gorilla Reserve Gorillas go through a morning routine just like we do. Get to know our gorillas and learn about their behavior from one of our education specialists.
Good Morning Gorillas
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
Wasserman Family Thai Pavilion at Elephants of Asia Watch a session with our Asian elephants and learn how zookeepers use positive reinforcement to build bonds with the elephants—and keep them healthy and safe.
Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Exploration Station (South America)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Whether using binoculars to see small details, joining our education specialists in nature journaling, investigating animal tracks, studying teeth, examining poop, leaves or anything in between, we’re going to slow things down so we can actually “see” our world.
Exploration Station (South America)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Tuesday, May 28
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Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Sea Life Cliffs
Say hello to our seals—and learn firsthand about the care they receive from their devoted keepers at the L.A. Zoo.
Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Rainforest Stilt House Learn about some of the zoo's most playful residents as they swim, slip, and slide around their exhibit.
Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us to explore the amazing world of birds in our aviary. You can use binoculars to view the residents up close, memorialize your observations through nature journaling, and chat with an education specialist to take your birding skills to the next level.
Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Today, May 22
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Good Morning Gorillas
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Campo Gorilla Reserve Gorillas go through a morning routine just like we do. Get to know our gorillas and learn about their behavior from one of our education specialists.
Good Morning Gorillas
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
Wasserman Family Thai Pavilion at Elephants of Asia Watch a session with our Asian elephants and learn how zookeepers use positive reinforcement to build bonds with the elephants—and keep them healthy and safe.
Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
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Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Rainforest Stilt House Learn about some of the zoo's most playful residents as they swim, slip, and slide around their exhibit.
Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Exploration Station (South America)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Whether using binoculars to see small details, joining our education specialists in nature journaling, investigating animal tracks, studying teeth, examining poop, leaves or anything in between, we’re going to slow things down so we can actually “see” our world.
Exploration Station (South America)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Thursday, May 23
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Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Sea Life Cliffs
Say hello to our seals—and learn firsthand about the care they receive from their devoted keepers at the L.A. Zoo.
Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Rainforest Stilt House Learn about some of the zoo's most playful residents as they swim, slip, and slide around their exhibit.
Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us to explore the amazing world of birds in our aviary. You can use binoculars to view the residents up close, memorialize your observations through nature journaling, and chat with an education specialist to take your birding skills to the next level.
Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Friday, May 24
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Good Morning Gorillas
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Campo Gorilla Reserve Gorillas go through a morning routine just like we do. Get to know our gorillas and learn about their behavior from one of our education specialists.
Good Morning Gorillas
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
Wasserman Family Thai Pavilion at Elephants of Asia Watch a session with our Asian elephants and learn how zookeepers use positive reinforcement to build bonds with the elephants—and keep them healthy and safe.
Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
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Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Rainforest Stilt House Learn about some of the zoo's most playful residents as they swim, slip, and slide around their exhibit.
Otter Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Exploration Station (South America)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Whether using binoculars to see small details, joining our education specialists in nature journaling, investigating animal tracks, studying teeth, examining poop, leaves or anything in between, we’re going to slow things down so we can actually “see” our world.
Exploration Station (South America)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Saturday, May 25
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Animal Adventures
10:15 am - 10:30 am
Come meet some of our amazing ambassador animals and the people who care for them! Test your skills of observation as you witness some of their unique behaviors and learn about how we work with them every day.
Animal Adventures
10:15 am - 10:30 am
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Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
Sea Life Cliffs
Say hello to our seals—and learn firsthand about the care they receive from their devoted keepers at the L.A. Zoo.
Seal Demonstration
10:30 am - 10:50 am
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Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
10:45 am - 11:00 am
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Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
Wasserman Family Thai Pavilion at Elephants of Asia Watch a session with our Asian elephants and learn how zookeepers use positive reinforcement to build bonds with the elephants—and keep them healthy and safe.
Elephant Care Demonstration
11:00 am - 11:20 am
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Alligator Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
Alligator Exhibit (across from Reggie's Bistro)
Join us as keepers share insight on Reggie the Alligator.
Alligator Talk
11:30 am - 11:50 am
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Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
11:45 am - 12:00 pm
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Hippo Encounter
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Hippo Exhibit
Get an up-close, behind-the-scenes opportunity to meet our beloved hippos, Mara and baby Rosie for this separately ticketed experience.
Purchase Tickets >
Hippo Encounter
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
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Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains Exhibit
The L.A. Zoo has one of the largest chimpanzee troops in the nation. During this daily activity, an educational specialist will be on hand to chat about these great apes as they go through their midday routine.
Chimp Chat
12:30 pm - 12:50 pm
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Animals & You
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
Winnick Family Children’s Zoo You’re sure to have a wild time during these close-up creature encounters! Come eye to eye with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents—and learn all about them from specially trained volunteers.
Animals & You
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
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Campfire Stories
1:00 pm - 1:20 pm
California Condor Rescue Zone
Gather ‘round the (pretend) campfire and join us for an interactive story time featuring condors and their animal friends.
Campfire Stories
1:00 pm - 1:20 pm
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Walkabout Australia
1:30 pm - 1:50 pm
Kangaroo/ Tasmanian Devil Exhibits
You never know what you’ll encounter on an Australia Walkabout! A rotating slate of daily programs may include animal feedings, tours, and keeper talks.
Walkabout Australia
1:30 pm - 1:50 pm
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Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Join us to explore the amazing world of birds in our aviary. You can use binoculars to view the residents up close, memorialize your observations through nature journaling, and chat with an education specialist to take your birding skills to the next level.
Exploration Station (Aviary)
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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Otter Talk
3:00 pm - 3:20 pm
Rainforest Stilt House Learn about some of the zoo's most playful residents as they swim, slip, and slide around their exhibit.
Otter Talk
3:00 pm - 3:20 pm
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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 X  PBS SoCal KIDS WeekendSaturday, May 4 • 10:00AM - 4:00PM Meet PBS KIDS characters Curious George and Daniel Tiger at this fun-filled weekend featuring crafts, story readings, and more! 10:00AM - 4:00PM PBS SoCal KIDS WeekendX  Member TourSaturday, May 4 • 10:30AM - 12:00PM Docent-led tours are available to GLAZA members only and are free for everyone eligible on your membership. Please make reservations at least two weeks in advance. Meet in front of Reggie’s Bistro at 10:30 a.m., unless stated otherwise. 10:30AM - 12:00PM Member Tour | |||
5 X PBS SoCal KIDS WeekendSunday, May 5 • 10:00AM - 4:00PM Meet PBS KIDS characters Curious George and Daniel Tiger at this fun-filled weekend featuring crafts, story readings, and more! 10:00AM - 4:00PM PBS SoCal KIDS WeekendX  PBS SoCal KIDS Weekend Upper-level Member PreviewSunday, May 5 • 8:30AM - 10:00AM This exclusive preview is available to members at the Contributing Circle level and higher. To RSVP or upgrade your membership, phone 323/644-4244. 8:30AM - 10:00AM PBS SoCal KIDS Weekend Upper-level Member PreviewX  Troop TrekSunday, May 5 • 9:00AM - 10:30AM Gather your troop and join us for a 90-minute guided adventure through the Zoo. Each month, participating families will be guided on a different adventure as we learn about our animal residents, their families and the place they call home. 9:00AM - 10:30AM Troop TrekX  Party for the Planet 2019Sunday, May 5 • 9:00AM - 11:00AM Party for the Planet offers families unique opportunities to visit their local AZA-accredited facility, celebrate the Earth’s biodiversity, and learn how they can take action to make a difference. The L.A. Zoo and the Aquarium of the Pacific have coordinated a series of “Spring into Action” community engagement opportunities. 9:00AM - 11:00AM Party for the Planet 2019 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 X World Migratory Bird Day Bird WalkSaturday, May 11 • 8:00AM - 10:00AM World Migratory Bird Day spotlights bird migration, one of the most significant and spectacular events in the Americas. You can celebrate with a bird walk at the Zoo, home to a dazzling array of local birds and seasonal visitors. 8:00AM - 10:00AM World Migratory Bird Day Bird WalkX  Family Nature ClubSaturday, May 11 • 9:00AM - 10:30AM Have you ever wanted to experience nature with your family but weren’t quite sure where to start? Join us for the L.A. Zoo’s Family Nature Club. 9:00AM - 10:30AM Family Nature Club |
12 X Member TourSunday, May 12 • 10:30AM - 12:00PM Docent-led tours are available to GLAZA members only and are free for everyone eligible on your membership. Please make reservations at least two weeks in advance. Meet in front of Reggie’s Bistro at 10:30 a.m., unless stated otherwise. 10:30AM - 12:00PM Member Tour | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 X  Beastly BallSaturday, May 18 • 5:30PM - 11:00PM A fundraiser to benefit the Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens, celebrating conservation and sustainability. 5:30PM - 11:00PM Beastly BallX  Self-Care SaturdaysSaturday, May 18 • 9:00AM - 10:30AM Unwind and re-center with the Zoo and its residents! Rediscover your inner peace with this series of meditation, yoga, and art workshops. 9:00AM - 10:30AM Self-Care Saturdays |
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26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 X  Sustainable Wine+Dinner SeriesThursday, May 30 • 6:00PM - 9:00PM We’ve partnered with local, environmentally friendly wineries whose wines serve as the inspiration for custom five-course, farm-to-table dinner menus created by our own executive chef, Brad Robertson. 6:00PM - 9:00PM Sustainable Wine+Dinner Series | 31 |
The Los Angeles Zoo & Botanical Gardens is owned, operated, and maintained by the City of Los Angeles.
The Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association (GLAZA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is the official support arm of the Zoo.