
Wildlife Awareness Days
Join Us for Wildlife Awareness Days at the Safari Park
Explore the wonders of wildlife as you connect with your favorite species from across the globe and discover fascinating new ones at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Engage with the experts that care for wildlife each and every day and keep an eye out for wildlife talks, activity booths, and other fun activities at select locations on grounds. Every time you visit, you make a difference for vulnerable and endangered wildlife worldwide through our eight Conservation Hubs. See the current list of Wildlife Awareness Days below.
Looking for even closer connections?
Some Wildlife Awareness Days offer exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Safaris, so you can experience these incredible species like never before.
Take a look below and check back on Wildlife Awareness Days throughout the year.
2025 Wildlife Awareness Days:
April 17: Bat Appreciation Day
April 26: International Flamingo Day
May 21: World Tree Kangaroo Day
May 31: World Parrot Day
June 12: National Cougar Day
June 21: World Giraffe Day
July 19: World Echidna Day
July 29: International Tiger Day
September 6: International Vulture Awareness Day
September 22: World Rhino Day
September 24: World Gorilla Day
September 26: World Cassowary Day
October 18: World Okapi Day
December 4: International Cheetah Day