Me & You at the Zoo
Me & You at the Zoo
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
Today’s Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Today’s Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
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 2:00-4:00pm 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 2:00-4:00pm 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!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
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!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
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 2:00-4:00pm 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 2:00-4:00pm 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!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
Calling all wildlife enthusiasts and conservation champions! You’re invited to join us for a day of immersive, hands-on experiences in this special, adults-only program.
We're bringing the fan-favorite member event, Yoga at the Zoo, back for select dates from February through May. Open to all ages and experience levels, this program is the perfect way to stretch, relax, and connect with nature. Meet us at the Smith Patio, between Kookaburra Cafe and Australian Adventures to join. Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and wear comfortable attire.
We're thrilled to invite you to Uncorked at the Zoo — a unique event where you can savor fine wines, indulge in delectable bites, and relax and meet your fellow members. It will be a perfect night to unwind while supporting our mission to preserve wildlife. This event is exclusively for our valued Zoo members, and we'd love for you to be a part of it!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
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 2:00-4:00pm 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 2:00-4:00pm 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!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
Calling all wildlife enthusiasts and conservation champions! You’re invited to join us for a day of immersive, hands-on experiences in this special, adults-only program.
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
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 2:00-4:00pm 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!
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
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 2:00-4:00pm 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!
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
We're bringing the fan-favorite member event, Yoga at the Zoo, back for select dates from February through May. Open to all ages and experience levels, this program is the perfect way to stretch, relax, and connect with nature. Meet us at the Smith Patio, between Kookaburra Cafe and Australian Adventures to join. Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and wear comfortable attire.
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
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 2:00-4:00pm 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 2:00-4:00pm 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!
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
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 2:00-4:00pm 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!
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
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 2:00-4:00pm 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!
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
Join us for an hour of guided exploration and fun experiential activities, designed for toddlers and their accompanying adults.
Glow in the Park, presented by the City of Palm Desert, returns this Spring! Join us on select nights March 20-April 27 for a dazzling evening of light and wonder. Featuring interactive exhibits and beautiful hand-crafted lanterns that light up the night and are guaranteed fun for everyone!
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens' 2nd annual botanical festival, Xerophilous, is back! Come travel the world's deserts as we celebrate the Zoo's 1,000+ plant species and 52 gardens.
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.
