December 9, 2023 -January 1, 2024
The Zoo lights up the night until 8 p.m.
San Diego Zoo in Balboa Park
2920 Zoo Drive
San Diego, CA
$65 approx., sandiegozoo.org/junglebells
Jungle Bells activities are free with Zoo admission
Jungle Bells is included with all admission tickets
Spectacular Light Show Aurora Returns to Jungle Bells at the San Diego Zoo, and Wild Holidays at the Safari Park Offers Festive Fun for the Entire Family
Jungle Bells treats guests to a wonderland of lights, brass band music, reindeer games entertainment, and views of some remarkable wildlife--including reptiles, lemurs, baboons, reindeer and more.
Aurora visual and sound experience weaves 3D
projections, music and light into a spectacular performance with the Aurora
Borealis at the center of its theme. Aurora takes place twice nightly
(except Dec. 24) at Hua Mei Plaza, at 6:30 p.m. and at 7:40 p.m.
Jingle Brass
4:30, 5:30, 6:30 & 7:30 p.m. Front Street Stage
The brass musical ensemble will get guests in the holiday spirit, as they play holiday favorites throughout the evening.
Reindeer Games 5, 6 & 7 pm is interactive fun holiday games and dances
Celebration of Lights 4:55, 5:25, 5:55, 6:25, 6:55, 7:25 & 7:55
The Front Street Toog Tree is lighted and choreographed to a holiday soundtrack bringing the season to life every 30 minutes during Jungle Bells.
Jack Frost Juggler 3:30, 4:30, 5:30 & 6:30 pm shows off his amazing skills by juggling snowballs
Dr. Harry & his Holiday Friends 3:30 & 4:30 pm pose for holiday photos and spread the cheer of the season.
The Tinseltones 5:15, 5:45, 6:15 & 6:45 pm acapella quartet sing unique arrangements of holiday classics
Snow 5:35, 6:05, 6:35 & 7:05 pm
Toy Shop Hop 3, 4, 5 & 6 pm features Santa’s acrobatic elves showing off their bouncing and high-flying holiday magic in this amazing display of skill and athleticism.
Dr. Z's: One Wild Night Before Christmas 3:45, 4:45, 5:45 & 6:45 pm zany, interactive version of the classic Christmas story.
Polar Bear Plunge forest pathway through holiday decor and lighted trees to visit polar bears, arctic foxes and reindeer.
Santa’s Factory November 25-27, December 3-4 & December 9-25, 2022 vsit and photos with Santa Claus.
Holiday Troubadour 4:45, 5:45 & 6:45 pm strolling, acoustic singer/guitarist
$80 per adult, $38 per child Aurora Dining Package at Albert's Restaurant, reservations required
Located just outside the Zoo exit, the beloved Balboa Park Miniature Train
will be running during Jungle Bells.
Wild Holidays at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park offer memory-making holiday experiences for the entire family. Both events will treat guests to views of amazing wildlife, twinkling lights, entertaining live performances, holiday music and more. While visiting the parks, guests can also pick up one-of-a-kind, wild and wonderful gifts for everyone on their shopping list. E
Events are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.