San Diego Zoo Jungle Bells 2026
Dates checked 4 Nov 2026
The San Diego Zoo's holiday season, when the zoo stays open into the evening with lights, brass bands, jugglers, acrobatic elves and other holiday shows. It runs from the Saturday before Christmas to early January.
| Dates | December 19, 2026 to January 3, 2027 |
|---|---|
| Open Days | Closed Thu, Dec 24 |
| Hours | Not published yet The zoo stays open until 8 pm with holiday lights and shows; members' preview on Dec 18. Santa's Factory opens Nov 28. |
| Tickets | Ticket needed. Included with zoo admission and membership |
| Type | Zoo lights |
| Where | San Diego Zoo in Balboa Park, 2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101 |
Checked on San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, November 4, 2026. Buy tickets from the organizer's own site.
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Questions About San Diego Zoo Jungle Bells
When is San Diego Zoo Jungle Bells open in 2026?
December 19, 2026 to January 3, 2027. Closed Thu, Dec 24.
How much are tickets for San Diego Zoo Jungle Bells?
Ticket needed. Included with zoo admission and membership.
Is San Diego Zoo Jungle Bells a drive-through?
No: it is a zoo lights event that you see on foot.