Today’s Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Did you know that The Living Desert leads small trips to extraordinary places around the world? Join us for Virtual Travel Nights on Zoom! Learn about upcoming trips with our CEO/President Allen Monroe. He’ll share what you can expect from these unique experiences with personal photos and entertaining anecdotes.
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and explore the world's deserts before most people have even had breakfast! Choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
Indulge your appetite for adventure at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens' Hoppy Hour — no passport required! Transport yourself to the enchanting land Down Under, right here in the heart of the Coachella Valley! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-5:00pm at the Kookaburra Cafe for a journey featuring all the best sights, sounds, and savory flavors! Hosted on a patio overlooking the stunning Australian Adventures habitat, you'll enjoy exclusive Hoppy Hour appetizers and half-off on the entire bar menu!
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and explore the world's deserts before most people have even had breakfast! Choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
Indulge your appetite for adventure at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens' Hoppy Hour — no passport required! Transport yourself to the enchanting land Down Under, right here in the heart of the Coachella Valley! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-5:00pm at the Kookaburra Cafe for a journey featuring all the best sights, sounds, and savory flavors! Hosted on a patio overlooking the stunning Australian Adventures habitat, you'll enjoy exclusive Hoppy Hour appetizers and half-off on the entire bar menu!
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and explore the world's deserts before most people have even had breakfast! Choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
Indulge your appetite for adventure at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens' Hoppy Hour — no passport required! Transport yourself to the enchanting land Down Under, right here in the heart of the Coachella Valley! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-5:00pm at the Kookaburra Cafe for a journey featuring all the best sights, sounds, and savory flavors! Hosted on a patio overlooking the stunning Australian Adventures habitat, you'll enjoy exclusive Hoppy Hour appetizers and half-off on the entire bar menu!
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and explore the world's deserts before most people have even had breakfast! Choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
Indulge your appetite for adventure at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens' Hoppy Hour — no passport required! Transport yourself to the enchanting land Down Under, right here in the heart of the Coachella Valley! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-5:00pm at the Kookaburra Cafe for a journey featuring all the best sights, sounds, and savory flavors! Hosted on a patio overlooking the stunning Australian Adventures habitat, you'll enjoy exclusive Hoppy Hour appetizers and half-off on the entire bar menu!
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and explore the world's deserts before most people have even had breakfast! Choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
Indulge your appetite for adventure at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens' Hoppy Hour — no passport required! Transport yourself to the enchanting land Down Under, right here in the heart of the Coachella Valley! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-5:00pm at the Kookaburra Cafe for a journey featuring all the best sights, sounds, and savory flavors! Hosted on a patio overlooking the stunning Australian Adventures habitat, you'll enjoy exclusive Hoppy Hour appetizers and half-off on the entire bar menu!
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
WildLights Adult Night (18+) invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features a new, enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and explore the world's deserts before most people have even had breakfast! Choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
Indulge your appetite for adventure at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens' Hoppy Hour — no passport required! Transport yourself to the enchanting land Down Under, right here in the heart of the Coachella Valley! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-5:00pm at the Kookaburra Cafe for a journey featuring all the best sights, sounds, and savory flavors! Hosted on a patio overlooking the stunning Australian Adventures habitat, you'll enjoy exclusive Hoppy Hour appetizers and half-off on the entire bar menu!
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Though World Giraffe Day isn't officially until June 21, The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is celebrating the tallest animal on the shortest day of the year — December 21! Join us for a special celebration, where you'll learn about the many giraffe conservation projects The Living Desert and our partners are leading, and explore the giraffe habitat from 8:00am-10:00am while the animals are off-habitat.
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
This career-based camp will explore what goes into caring for the animals at The Living Desert and ensuring their health and wellbeing. With the guidance of the Learning and Engagement staff, campers will learn about and assist with the jobs that are a daily part of a zookeeper’s career. Responsibilities may include helping to clean exhibits, preparing animal food diets, creating enriched experiences, and designing safe and healthy habitats.
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Indulge your appetite for adventure at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens' Hoppy Hour — no passport required! Transport yourself to the enchanting land Down Under, right here in the heart of the Coachella Valley! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-5:00pm at the Kookaburra Cafe for a journey featuring all the best sights, sounds, and savory flavors! Hosted on a patio overlooking the stunning Australian Adventures habitat, you'll enjoy exclusive Hoppy Hour appetizers and half-off on the entire bar menu!
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and explore the world's deserts before most people have even had breakfast! Choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
Indulge your appetite for adventure at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens' Hoppy Hour — no passport required! Transport yourself to the enchanting land Down Under, right here in the heart of the Coachella Valley! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-5:00pm at the Kookaburra Cafe for a journey featuring all the best sights, sounds, and savory flavors! Hosted on a patio overlooking the stunning Australian Adventures habitat, you'll enjoy exclusive Hoppy Hour appetizers and half-off on the entire bar menu!
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Step into the wonders of the natural world with our one-day ZooCamp, specially designed for budding naturalists in grades K-6! Your child’s curiosity will soar as they engage with wildlife like never before.
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
WildLights invites guests to see the Zoo in a whole new light! This year’s event features an enhanced light design with three million lights throughout the park, live nightly entertainment, Instagram-worthy festive photo ops, delectable wintertime treats, and much more!
Indulge your appetite for adventure at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens' Hoppy Hour — no passport required! Transport yourself to the enchanting land Down Under, right here in the heart of the Coachella Valley! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-5:00pm at the Kookaburra Cafe for a journey featuring all the best sights, sounds, and savory flavors! Hosted on a patio overlooking the stunning Australian Adventures habitat, you'll enjoy exclusive Hoppy Hour appetizers and half-off on the entire bar menu!
Ready to start your day off on the WILD SIDE? Join The Living Desert’s members-only walking program and explore the world's deserts before most people have even had breakfast! Choose between a ¾ mile stroll or 1 ¼ journey to enjoy the sights and sounds of the Zoo, alongside your fellow members. Visit your favorite animals, spot the newest garden blooms, and swap your favorite Zoo stories. Whether you’re a pro power-walker or enjoy a leisurely stroll, all are welcome!
Designed for budding naturalists in grades K-6, our three-day ZooCamp is a hands-on gateway to the wonders of the natural world! Watch your child’s curiosity soar as they engage in exciting wildlife adventures, from up-close animal encounters to creative arts and crafts. Each day is packed with special activities that ignite their imagination, including innovative STEAM projects that connect them to the environment. This isn’t just a camp—it’s an unforgettable journey into the heart of nature where young explorers can discover, learn, and have endless fun. Sign up today and let their wild adventure begin!
Start 2025 with a revitalizing experience at Zooga — yoga at the zoo! Unwind in the tranquil Palm Garden with a one-hour yoga session led by Sabrina Zellis of Coachella Yoga. Afterwards, enjoy a special presentation from a member of our Animal Care team and a complimentary continental breakfast!
Indulge your appetite for adventure at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens' Hoppy Hour — no passport required! Transport yourself to the enchanting land Down Under, right here in the heart of the Coachella Valley! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00-5:00pm at the Kookaburra Cafe for a journey featuring all the best sights, sounds, and savory flavors! Hosted on a patio overlooking the stunning Australian Adventures habitat, you'll enjoy exclusive Hoppy Hour appetizers and half-off on the entire bar menu!
Designed for budding naturalists in grades K-6, our three-day ZooCamp is a hands-on gateway to the wonders of the natural world! Watch your child’s curiosity soar as they engage in exciting wildlife adventures, from up-close animal encounters to creative arts and crafts. Each day is packed with special activities that ignite their imagination, including innovative STEAM projects that connect them to the environment. This isn’t just a camp—it’s an unforgettable journey into the heart of nature where young explorers can discover, learn, and have endless fun. Sign up today and let their wild adventure begin!
Designed for budding naturalists in grades K-6, our three-day ZooCamp is a hands-on gateway to the wonders of the natural world! Watch your child’s curiosity soar as they engage in exciting wildlife adventures, from up-close animal encounters to creative arts and crafts. Each day is packed with special activities that ignite their imagination, including innovative STEAM projects that connect them to the environment. This isn’t just a camp—it’s an unforgettable journey into the heart of nature where young explorers can discover, learn, and have endless fun. Sign up today and let their wild adventure begin!
Members are invited to discover how The Living Desert is pioneering desert conservation and learn about the impactful work our team is doing here at the Zoo and in desert ecosystems worldwide — directly from the teams leading the charge — while enjoying a complimentary coffee!
8:30am |
Giraffe Connection at the Giraffe Care and Conservation Center |
8:30am |
Rhino Encounter* |
9:00am |
Grasslands Connection at the Cheetah Habitat |
9:00am - 3:00pm |
Giraffe Feeding* |
9:30am |
Rhino Connection |
10:00am |
Safari Stage Connection at African Aviary |
10:30am |
Camel Connection |
10:30am |
Mountain Lion Connection in Eagle Canyon |
11:00am |
Warthog Connection |
11:30am |
Bighorn Sheep Connection |
12:30pm |
African Painted Dog Connection |
1:30pm |
Desert Reptile Connection at Village WaTuTu |
2:00pm |
Discovery Center Connection |
2:30pm |
Wild Americas Connection at Eagle Canyon |
2:30pm |
Rhino Encounter* |
Programming and timing subject to change.
*additional cost.
