zootoberfest

The L.A. Zoo is planning an all new
family-friendly Oktoberfest-style event
with live bands, Bavarian bites, specialty floats, seasonal beers, games, dancing, and more!

September 19 & 20
10AM to 5PM

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Zootoberfest!

Zootoberfest is a new weekend-long, family-friendly Oktoberfest-themed celebration that will transform the L.A. Zoo into a festive fall destination featuring German-inspired food, live Oktoberfest bands, specialty beer and root beer floats, lawn games, and more!




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It is with profound sadness, yet immense gratitude for a life beautifully lived, that the Los Angeles Zoo family announces the passing of beloved Docent Emeritus Muriel Horacek. Having celebrated her remarkable 100th birthday in March 2025, Muriel was an extraordinary force of nature who dedicated herself to the Zoo and its visitors since 2010.


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