San Diego Zoo Safari Park Autumn Festival

Autumn Festival

October 3–4, 10–11, 17–18, and 24–25

We’re celebrating the return of the season of color during Autumn Festival. On select Saturdays and Sundays in October, amazing wildlife, special entertainment, and delicious culinary comforts await! Join us to create heartwarming memories and enjoy good ol’ fashioned family fun.

Safari Base Camp

San Diego Zoo Safari Park radio 197.2

Safari Park Radio 197.2

Safari Base Camp
Saturdays and Sundays
9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (continuous)

The Safari Park’s own radio station broadcasts an upbeat, modern country soundtrack that’s perfect for fall days. Listen for interactive trivia games and “Did You Know?” segments about the fascinating conservation efforts you make possible to save, protect, and care for local wildlife through our Southwest Conservation Hub.

Condor Ridge

Safari Parker

Safari Parker

Condor Trail, Burrowing Owls
Saturdays and Sundays
1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. (30 minutes)

Safari Parker, our explorer and adventurer extraordinaire, will entertain everyone with facts about burrowing owls, how they’re vital to their delicately balanced ecosystem, and how your support is helping this species thrive through our Southwest Conservation Hub.

Nairobi Village

Ash Meadows Band

Ash Meadows

Nairobi Walk, Mombasa Cooker
Saturdays and Sundays
1:15, 2:15, 3:15, and 4:15 p.m. (30 minutes)

This talented duo features a unique musical combination of acoustic guitar and mandolin, filling the autumn air with their relaxing sounds.

Autumn Festival Jamboree performers

Autumn Festival Jamboree

Nairobi Village, Discovery Grove
Saturdays and Sundays
2, 3, 4, and 5 p.m. (30 minutes)

Join our scarecrow hosts for a good ol’ fashioned country dance party that’s sure to get your toes tappin’ and your boots scootin’!

Barn Owls Band

The Barn Owls

Nairobi Village, Discovery Grove
Saturdays and Sundays
2:30, 3:30, 4:30, and 5:45 p.m. (30 minutes)

Our talented trio of country musicians will keep everyone entertained with their down-home and bluegrass musical stylings.

Not-So-Scary Scarecrows

Not-So-Scary Scarecrows

Nairobi Village, Discovery Grove
Saturdays and Sundays
2:45 – 5:45 p.m. (continuous)

Look for our happy-go-lucky scarecrows as they show off their juggling and bouncing skills in their own silly ways.

Corn Maze

A-MAZE-ing Autumn Adventure

Nairobi Village, Discovery Grove
Daily
9 a.m.–7 p.m.

Young wildlife explorers will love navigating this fun, walk-through maze. As they make their way through the twists and turns, they’ll discover clues to identify Southwest wildlife. On Saturdays and Sundays, the Not-so-Scary Scarecrows will even greet them as they enter the maze.

Reflections lanterns

Reflections

Nairobi Village, Lagoon Loop
Saturdays and Sundays
6:45 p.m. (7 minutes)

Take a musical and colorfully lighted journey around the world as our lantern ceremony concludes your autumn evening with a celebration of people, wildlife, and the planet we all share.

Culinary Offerings

Churros

Savor Autumn’s Tastiest Treats

Mombasa Cooker
Daily

Mombasa Cooker’s seasonal specials are sure to bring comfort to your day. Tempt your tastebuds with the Oktoberfest Bratwurst, Roasted Fall Harvest Salad, and Brown Butter Blondie. Sip on seasonal cocktails throughout the Safari Park, including the Stone Fruit Margarita and the Caramel Apple Mule.

ShopZoo Merchandise
Feline Like Fall

Get Trick-or-Treat Ready

Preferred Hotels
Preferred Hotels

Places to Stay

Kid and Elephant
October 1-31

KIDS FREE

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