September 2025

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Member September

The wait is almost over. Beginning September 1, we’re celebrating YOU all month long at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Enjoy free parking for all members, including San Diego Resident members and San Diego Resident Premium members, double Wild Perks℠ savings on almost all purchases, free carousel rides for Wildlife Explorers, and Member Early Hours every Saturday and Sunday, plus surprise giveaways throughout the month.

San Diego Resident and Wildlife Protector members, upgrade your membership to experience all Member September benefits at the Safari Park. If you’re not yet a member, become one today to access perks like these.

Happenings

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Wild Weekend: African Forest

September 20-21

Swing by for Wild Weekend: African Forest at the San Diego Zoo. Learn about fascinating wildlife across this dynamic forest landscape, including gorillas and okapis, as you discover how you’re making a difference for them through our African Forest Conservation Hub. With interactive activities, insights from wildlife care specialists, and unforgettable experiences, there’s excitement for every member of your troop.

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Wild Weekend: Southwest

September 27-28

Discover the wildlife that we all live alongside when you connect with unique species at the Safari Park's Wild Weekend: Southwest. Explore how we’re securing their future through our Southwest Conservation Hub as you burrow in for informative activities, endless exploration, and fun for young wildlife explorers of all ages.

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Wildlife Awareness Days

September 6, 22, 24, 26

There’s something for everyone with September’s
Wildlife Awareness Days.

• September 6: International Vulture Awareness Day
• September 22: World Rhino Day
• September 24: World Gorilla Day
• September 26: World Cassowary Day

Every month we’re celebrating the world’s fascinating wildlife with special chats and activities throughout the Safari Park. Make sure to stay tuned for more!

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Small but Spicy

There’s some cute new chaos at the Zoo’s Conrad Prebys Australian Outback. Recently, we were honored to welcome two Tasmanian devils. This remarkable species is the world’s largest carnivorous marsupial, and unfortunately, they’re also endangered. With your support, we’re helping secure their future through our Australian Forest Conservation Hub. Come say g’day on your next visit to the Zoo and see what intriguing antics the three-year-old brothers might be up to.

Be Part of the Action

San Diego Wave FC

September 12

Join us for a night of soccer, smiles, and sloths at Snapdragon Stadium. Snag some of the best seats in the house with ticket packages starting at only $48. Wave FC will donate $5 from every package purchased to support our wildlife conservation efforts worldwide. You’ll also score the exclusive Kailen Sheridan Bobblehead featuring the two-toed sloths Xena and Cashew, while supplies last. Branch out and ride the wave into fun for the whole family.

Thank You to Our Partners in Conservation