Rock into the Evening at

Nighttime Zoo

May 23* – August 10, 2025

Activities and entertainment begin at 3:30 p.m. daily**

As the day winds down, your wild adventure is only just beginning! During Nighttime Zoo, the San Diego Zoo is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., and an exciting new energy takes over. Join us for live music, spectacular entertainment, one-of-a-kind moments with your favorite wildlife, and more unforgettable fun that’s perfect for the whole family.

*Members, join us for your exclusive preview on May 23! Nighttime Zoo opens to the public May 24.

**No Nighttime Zoo entertainment is scheduled on Saturday, June 21.

Special Entertainment

FRONT STREET

Rock & Roar

4, 5, 6, & 7 p.m. (30 min)
Front Street Stage

The Zoo’s in-house rock and pop band plays top hits from yesterday and today that are sure to get everyone on the dance floor.

Zoolamoves

4:30, 5:30, & 6:30 p.m. (30 min)
Front Street Stage

Join our high-energy hosts as they get guests of all ages up and grooving! These fun, interactive dances will have your toes tapping and energy pumping.

The Chameleons

4:30, 5:30, & 6:30 p.m. (30 min)
Outside Front Plaza & Sweet Shack

This talented brass ensemble presents their unique brand of musical entertainment, playing a variety of songs from the Beatles to Broadway in their interactive performances.

Whimsical Wildlife Characters

4 to 7 p.m.
Along Front Street (continuous)

Meet, greet, and get photos with our fanciful, bigger-than-life wildlife puppets and other wildlife-themed performers that are sure to bring the smiles.

Dr. Harry & Friends

4, 5, & 6 p.m.
Front Street/Main Entrance

Dr. Harry Lion and Friends will meet and greet guests of all ages, bringing their special brand of Zoo fun to everyone they see.

Jambo Dunia!

7:45 p.m. (15 min)
Front Street

Live music, fanciful wildlife puppets, dancers, and acrobats make up this dazzling, interactive celebration of Africa’s savannas and all who share these vibrant ecosystems.

WILDLIFE EXPLORERS BASECAMP

Dr. Zoolittle's Exploration Station

4:30, 5:30, & 6:30 p.m. (25 min)
Rady Ambassador Presentation Area

Join Dr. Zoolittle for this fun and interactive presentation exploring nature, parallel play with wildlife, and our conservation efforts around the globe.

The Explorers

4, 5, 6, & 7 p.m. (30 min)
Rady Ambassador Presentation Area

Enjoy the a cappella four-part harmony of this talented group of vocalists as they sing wildlife-themed tunes about the world we share.

OUTBACK

Summer Songs

3:45, 5, & 6:15 p.m. (45 min)
Boardwalk Beer Garden

After a long day of exploration, relax with the soothing sounds of acoustic guitar and vocals as our performer entertains with a wide variety of songs from across the decades.

URBAN JUNGLE

Bounce-a-Roo Bonanza

3:30, 4:30, 5:30, & 6:30 p.m. (15 min)
Behind Sydney’s Grill

Check out our jumping, bouncing, acrobatic group of wildlife-themed performers as they show off their astonishing athletic skills in this high-energy trampoline show.

AFRICA ROCKS

Amazing Acrobats of Tanzania

3:45, 4:45, & 5:45 p.m. (15 min)
Africa Rocks Stage

With an incredible mix of eclectic acrobatic skills and high-energy fun for all ages, this troupe from Tanzania will share jaw-dropping talent that will leave you amazed.