San Diego · every December

Jungle Bells at the San Diego Zoo 2026

The San Diego Zoo's holiday celebration brings nightly music, reindeer games, holiday light displays, and Santa visits through December.

Usually held: December, every year
Where: San Diego Zoo, San Diego

Quick questions

When is Jungle Bells at the San Diego Zoo?: Usually held in December. This year's exact dates appear above as soon as the organizer announces them.
Where is it held?: San Diego Zoo, San Diego.
Is it good for kids?: Jungle Bells at the San Diego Zoo is a San Diego family guide — it is picked with kids in mind. The event listing above shows age guidance when the organizer provides it.

Dates for the next edition are usually announced closer to December. Until then, see what's on this weekend in San Diego.

Updated September 11, 2026 — this guide refreshes whenever the organizer announces dates.