# Things to do with kids at San Diego Zoo

> 2 upcoming family events and 1 ongoing programs and visits at San Diego Zoo, 2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, CA 92101, in the San Diego–Chula Vista–Carlsbad area. Dates and times are Pacific Time. Today is Wed, Nov 11.

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## Events ahead

- [Jungle Bells at the San Diego Zoo](https://grassyknees.com/san-diego/activities/jungle-bells-at-the-san-diego-zoo--listing-68dcc07c91fe3e8f6847f9d0) — Nov 28 – Dec 25 · San Diego Zoo · All ages · With admission · checked Oct 28. The San Diego Zoo's annual holiday celebration, when the Zoo lights up the night until 8 p.m. with entertainment and seasonal experiences. Jungle Bells activities are included…
- [Jungle Bells at the San Diego Zoo](https://grassyknees.com/san-diego/activities/jungle-bells-at-the-san-diego-zoo--listing-e0a6917ed4e04535e3da109e) — Dec 11 – Jan 3 · 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM · San Diego Zoo · All ages · From $72 · checked Nov 4. The world-famous San Diego Zoo treats families to wild holiday enchantment during Jungle Bells! As twilight falls, the zoo comes alive with luminous animal lanterns, interactive…

## Ongoing programs and visits

- [San Diego Zoo](https://grassyknees.com/san-diego/activities/san-diego-zoo--listing-aa7c3eccd764bd28be0e1203) — Open daily; hours vary by date (see Zoo Hours on the plan-your-visit page) · San Diego Zoo · All ages · From $68 · checked Oct 13. The San Diego Zoo in Balboa Park at 2920 Zoo Drive, home to wildlife habitats, the Wildlife Explorers Basecamp for children, a guided bus tour and the Skyfari aerial tram. Daily…

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