# Santa Barbara Zoo — Thanksgiving Day Early Close

> Event for families in the Los Angeles–Long Beach–Anaheim area (CA). Times are Pacific Time.

- When: Thu, Nov 26 · 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
- Where: Santa Barbara Zoo, 500 Ninos Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Santa Barbara Zoo
- Official page: https://sbzoo.org/visit/
- Last checked: Wed, Nov 4

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## About

The Santa Barbara Zoo is open on Thanksgiving Day with an early close at 3:30 PM — a quieter holiday-morning visit before the feast. Reservations recommended for both general admission and member visits; save $2 per ticket buying online.

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