San Francisco Zoo Education Programs

San Francisco Zoo Education Programs includes Zoo Camp for Fall (Thanksgiving Camp) 2026, Little Learners ABC’s education program, Fall Bilingual Camp, and Wild Nights. Zoo Camp focuses on conservation, animal activism, and hands-on art and science. Little Learners ABC’s includes fun facts about zoo animals and connections to science, and Fall Bilingual Camp is offered in Spanish, Cantonese, and English.

Programs

• Zoo Camp for Fall (Thanksgiving Camp) 2026 — Kindergarten through 5th grade; Half-Day: PreK ONLY; Little Learners early learners from 3 to 5 years old · Zoo Camp Thanksgiving week (Monday-Wednesday); Half-Day: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; Little Learners: Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings; Fall Bilingual Camp: Saturdays, 12:30-3:00 p.m. · $225–$550 · Focus on conservation, animal activism, hands-on art and science. Half-Day pricing is $225; Full Day pricing is $450. Fall Bilingual Camp cost is $550.
• Wild Nights — An overnight adventure at the San Francisco Zoo & Gardens.
• Little Learners ABC’s education program — 3 to 5 years old · Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday mornings starting in September, 2026 · ABC’s of Zoo Animals with a focus on fun facts and connections to science following early learner education frameworks.
• Fall Bilingual Camp — Saturdays, 12:30-3:00 p.m. · $550 · Offered in Spanish, Cantonese, and English. Capacity limit 15 campers per group. Scholarships available to families with demonstrated need.

At a glance

• Ages: 3–17 years old
• Price range: $225–$550
• Current session: Fall Bilingual Camp Session I (Sep 26–Oct 24, 2026); Fall Bilingual Camp Session II (Nov 7–Dec 12, 2026)
• Facility hours: Hours 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Last Entry 4:00 pm

About the provider

The mission of San Francisco Zoo & Gardens is to connect all people with wildlife, inspire caring for nature, and advance conservation action. The San Francisco Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The Zoo works cooperatively with accredited institutions and global partners on conservation programs, and it supports conservation of San Francisco Damselfly, Western pond turtles, and mountain yellow-legged frogs.

Last updated September 8, 2026.