Saturday, Oct.10
6 P.m.– 10 p.m.

An adventure for all ages

From the creators of the nation-wide hit Locked Zoo, the L.A. Zoo is proud to present Zoo Quest: Dress Code! Zoo Quest is and an after-hours, escape room-inspired, zoo-wide series of puzzle solving games in which participants work in teams to solve an elaborate series of puzzle clues across the zoo grounds in a one-of-a-kind adventure. In this game, players explore how appearance — coats, coloration, patterns, and plumage — help a species thrive and survive.

the “dress code” challange

This edition’s challenge — Dress Code — takes teams through three puzzle chapters:

• Spots & Stripes: Explore how patterns help animals camouflage themselves, communicate, and stand out in the wild.
• Change It Up: Discover species that change their appearance through seasons, different stages of life, or in response to their environment.
• Lookalikes: Uncover the world of mimicry and animals that survive by looking like something, or someone, else.

As teams progress through each chapter, they’ll uncover fascinating facts about animal adaptations that help them survive in nature and the conservation efforts protecting them in the wild. After the puzzle, guests are invited to stay for keeper talks, visit the apes and primates on exhibit, food trucks, bars, DJs, and more.

Ticketing

$35 – General Admission Adult (12+) 

$30 – General Admission Child (2-11)

$25 – Member Admission (2+)

$15 – Member Adult Admission (12+)

$10 – Member Child Admission (2-11)

Free – Children Under 2

$25 – Group rate (15 or more)

L.A. Zoo Members must log in using your member number and the last name of the primary member in your membership record.
Not a member? Join today for the Zoo Quest admission discount and other great perks.  

zoo quest GAME NOTES – be prepared

A cell phone is required. Each team will need at least one phone, fully charged, and with a data package. Gameplay tasks are to be completed through the phone. Charging stations and WiFi are not available.

Teams of 2 to 6 people are recommended, but solo players are welcome. Larger groups are also welcome and can share or receive an extra game sheet.

EVENT DETAILS

• Box Office opens at 5:45 p.m. and closes at 7:45 p.m. 
• Gates open at 6 pm and close at 7:45 p.m.
• This is a non-smoking event 

• Some areas will close at 8 p.m. 
• Food stands and bars will take last orders at 9:30 p.m.
• Food trucks will take last orders at 9:15 p.m. 

• Animal keeper talks and feedings are subject to change without notice
• During evening events, animals are given access to their night quarters for their comfort. Therefore, most animals will not be visible after 8 p.m.  

event locations

Entry Promenade

• Reggie’s Bistro
• Zoo Grill – full menu – Canned beer and wine
• Fork in the Road – full menu
• Zoo Quest photo-op

Red Ape Rainforest Plaza

• Churro Factory – full menu
• Bar (21+) – Canned beer, wine and cocktails  – Credit card only
• Food trucks

Drylands

• Pink’s – World Famous Hot Dog’s – limited menu

Treetops Terrace

• Live DJ and dancing – DJ Johnny Hawkes
• Food trucks 
• Full bar (21+) – credit card only
• Conservation Carousel – 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Bird Show Picnic Area

• Food trucks 
• Full bar (21+) – credit card only

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