Summer at DZCA

New this Summer!

Now–August 10

This summer, we’re turning up the fun—and cooling things down! Enjoy seasonal enhancements designed to help you make the most of every sunny moment at DZCA.

Plan Your Visit

Flamingo Enrichment Walks,
11 a.m. Daily

Starting at the flamingo habitat, these walks are voluntary for our vibrant flock and offer extra physical and mental stimulation!

Exclusive Animal
Experiences

Watch for surprise moments throughout the day—our Animal Care Team may offer exclusive animal experiences at random!

OceanX Education
Portal

Here for a limited time this summer! Explore coral reefs, sub dives, and ocean depths in our all-new immersive OceanX Education Portal—free with Zoo admission.

Splash Pads and
Misting Tents

Cool off with splash pads and misting tents throughout the Zoo. Water play encouraged—bring a change of shoes or grab a towel at the DZCA Gift Store!

NEW Summer Food
+ Beverages

Try something fresh from our new summer menus—including mango-lime Dole Whip at Café Costa or the tamale of the day at Stingray Cove™.

Wild
Welcome

Members, start your day wild! From 9–10 a.m., enjoy an exclusive Animal Ambassador greeting at the main entrance.

Beat the Heat and Stay Late till 8!

Fridays + Saturdays, June 20–August 9

Enjoy extended Zoo hours every Friday and Saturday this summer! DZCA stays open until 8:00 p.m., so you can explore more and beat the heat.

• Dates include: 6/20–6/21, 6/27–6/28, 7/4–7/5, 7/11–7/12, 7/18–7/19, 7/25–7/26, 8/1–8/2, 8/8–8/9. No reservations required for members!
• Enjoy 50% off admission from 3:00–8:00 p.m.
• Live music
• Scavenger hunts
• Animal demonstrations at 5:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. each evening—featuring a rotating lineup of amazing species all summer long!

Plan Your Visit