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Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Santa Ana Zoo. Volunteer opportunities for groups depend on the size and goals of the group volunteering. We are not able to provide walk-up volunteer opportunities. Special Events Who? Student-led and Community groups with 5-25 individuals. City of Santa Ana One-time Volunteer Waiver required for each...

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Santa Ana Zoo. Volunteer opportunities are available in departments throughout the zoo. Application requirements depend on the number of hours you are interested in providing. We are not able to provide walk-up volunteer opportunities. You need to be at least: 12 years old with an adult,...

Charities and nonprofits can request 1 free guest pass for the Zoo. Guest passes can be used in silent auctions or other events to help you raise money for your organization. These passes are donated by the Friends of the Santa Ana Zoo. Need to know Free You can only request 1 pass Send your...

We're here to help. Find phone numbers and email to contact the Santa Ana Zoo staff and Friends of the Santa Ana Zoo.

The annual Zoofari Gala - hosted by the Friends of the Santa Ana Zoo - is an incredible evening of joy, awareness, and giving. Thank you to everyone who made the August 17, 2024 Zoofari a success. For more information about the event, click here Event host Chris Schauble Chris Schauble is co-anchor of the...

Join or give a gift of Zoo membership. Members enjoy great benefits and support the animals. Remember to renew every year.

Volunteers are welcome as individuals, in groups, and for special events. Individual volunteers Long-term and short-term positions available Students welcome Work side by side with Education and Animal Care staff Serve as Zoo Ambassadors, Monitors for farm and aviaries, and Zoo greeters Group volunteers Special events: service groups can help make our special events extra...

Every dollar you donate goes towards capital improvements, animal care, and educational programs. Thank you for your support!

  Enjoy a slice of nature in the middle of Santa Ana. The Santiago Creek ECO Center is proudly presented by the Santa Ana Zoo. Built in 2008, and currently under renovation, the ECO Center serves to connect our community to nature through guided and passive programs. Location 600 East Memory Lane, Santa Ana, CA...

Research and projects Interview zoo experts to help you with your research! Interviews need to be scheduled at least 2 weeks in advance and we don't accept walk-in interview requests. To schedule an interview: Send an email to LBergh@santa-ana.org Include: Your name Your school Title of the class Your teacher's name Date the project was...

Find programs for teachers and educators at the Santa Ana Zoo. Bring your students for a day of learning and fun.

Reserve your space for a birthday party or special event at the Zoo! We offer a variety of venues: one area for up to 25 guests, two areas for 25-50 guests, and a large area that can accommodate up to 500 guests. Need to know All event rates include: A minimum of 2 hours in...

Use this map to find your way around the Zoo. View or download a detailed map for a PDF version with text showing where animals are located.

Before you visit, make sure to review our rules which keep animals and visitors safe. Prohibited in the zoo feeding, chasing, yelling at, or teasing any animals smoking (including all electronic devices) throwing items like toys, footballs, baseballs leaving children unaccompanied by an adult playing loud music pets (including companion, comfort, and emotional support animals)...

The Santa Ana Zoo is also a botanical garden. From the tropics to the desert, our gardens at the zoo are as diverse as the animals. As you wander, take time to smell the rosemary or the lemon-scented gum tree, see rubber plants and banana trees from the jungles of South America, and admire the...

Beansprouts café A hip & healthy café, Beansprouts sparks children’s appetites with yummy, good-for-you food, and delights grown-ups with a happier mealtime. Hours Monday through Thursday: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday through Sunday: 10 a.m. to  4 p.m. Location Beansprouts is located just inside the zoo entrance, next to the Treetops Toys gift shop,...