Education programs
Our programs also reflect a deep commitment to accessibility. Bilingual camps in Spanish, Cantonese, and English, scholarships for families with demonstrated financial need, and a Neurodiversity Program ensure that the Zoo’s educational mission is available to every member of our community.
Thanksgiving Zoo camp
Join us for our Zoo Camp Thanksgiving week (Monday-Wednesday) for a fun Fall Adventures camp, with a focus on conservation, animal activism and hands-on art and science.
Wild nights
Experience a unique overnight adventure at the San Francisco Zoo & Gardens! Bring your crew and enjoy an educational, fun, and memorable experience while cultivating a greater respect and appreciation for animals. Join us for a night of adventure and awe!
Little Learners
The San Francisco Zoo’s Education team will host the A, B, C’s of our Zoo Animals with a focus on fun facts and connections to science following the education frameworks and recommendations for early learners from 3 to 5 years old.
Fall bilingual camp
Join us for our Fall Adventures Bilingual Camps! This is a special time of year for animals, insects, birds and mammals. Campers will learn about the seasonal changes and animal adaptations in Fall. They will learn with science experiments and nature art, go behind the scenes for special animal encounters, and learn more about conservation in this fun Fall Camp.
Currently offering Spanish, Cantonese, and English Groups for Fall 2026
- Saturdays: 12:30-3:00 p.m.
- Capacity: Limit 15 campers per group
- Cost: $550
- Scholarships available to families with demonstrated need, email us at zoocamp@sfzoo.org
Fall Bilingual Camp Dates
Session I: Sept 26- Oct. 24, 2026
(No Classes October 29-31 )
Session II: Nov. 7- Dec. 12, 2026
(No Classes November 26-29)