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Brew at the L.A. Zoo logo

Sample craft brews, cocktails, and alcohol-free sips while enjoying food and music at this 21+ event.
Saturday, August 3

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Brew at the L.A. Zoo

Saturday, August 3

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Come explore the Zoo on a summer evening with the entire family!
Friday August 9, 16, 23, and 30

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Zoo Friday Nights logo

Friday August 9, 16, 23 & 30

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Roaring Nights at the L.A. Zoo logo

The wildly popular Roaring Nights series returns with a totally tubular ’80s theme!
September 14

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Roaring Nights

September 14

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Komodo Dragon

The world’s largest lizard has a deadly bite because its saliva harbors more than 50 different pathogens.

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Komodo Dragon

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For MEMBERS – August

Member Appreciation Month

We are celebrating our members with weekday giveaways in August.

Fridays – august 9, 16, 23, and 30

Zoo Friday Nights

See your favorite animals during twilight hours while enjoying musical performances.

Research Volunteers take a training course via UCLA extension
Fall Course

Research Volunteer Training

Registration for the required Biology course at UCLA Extension is now open.

Troop Talk

Troop Talk at the L.A. Zoo

During this on-microphone talk, learn about a day in the life of the Zoo’s chimpanzees.

Shows & Activities

Daily

Safari Shuttle ($2 – $9, last trip departs at 3:30 p.m.)
World of Birds Show (12 p.m. daily, except Tuesdays)
Weekend Shows & Activities (Saturdays and Sundays)

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Brew at the L.A. Zoo—August 3

Zoo Friday Nights—August 9, 16, 23 & 30 

Roaring Nights—September 14

Walk on the Wild Side—September 28

A man squats on scrubby ground while holding a tiny snake with tongs and thick, leather gloves.
Retiring Curator of Reptiles, Amphibians, and Fish Ian Recchio has given 30 years to the Zoo on site and in the field.

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Career Highlights from “Rock Star” Reptile Curator


Curator of Reptiles, Amphibians and Fish Ian Recchio grew up around snakes. It was a family pastime that ultimately led to a 30-year career at the Zoo, culminating in his role as curator, which is coming to a close as he retires from the Zoo in August.

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