Nighttime Zoo... The Animals.

Last night we decided to meet my husband after work at the San Diego Zoo. Our plan was to enjoy some exhibits and entertainment but most importantly kick off our weekend filled with family fun! (Dinner would also be enjoyed at the Zoo).

The difference between visiting the San Diego Zoo during the day and in the evening/nighttime is simple: less crowds, not so hot and most importantly active animals in most of the exhibits! The latter being the most important, since lately it had seemed whenever we visit the animals were not active or hidden in their homes.

The elephants were wondering around their exhibit:

Asian Elephant

Jaguar

Camel

Meerkats are always fun to observe, just remember you might find them in the most surprising place of their exhibit. We found one up high!

Meerkat

When you visit the San Diego Zoo it is always good to look around when entering/exiting, you never know what animal you might spot:

Peacock

Nighttime Zoo "China Celebration!"

This Saturday June 25th the San Diego Zoo will kickoff their Nighttime Zoo event which runs through Labor Day.

This year's theme is Asian inspired "China Celebration" and goes accordingly with preparations for the grand opening of the new Panda exhibit "Panda Trek" where not only Giant Pandas will be relocated, but also Takins, Mang Mountain pit Viper and more.

The new exhibit will allow zoo goers to lean, comprehend and understand more of the world of Pandas and the animals they share forests in China with.

The celebration begins at the Zoo entrance. There will be a band and performances will be from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. everyday on the hour.

Golden Lion Chinese Acrobats will perform, Monkey King Stilt walkers, trampoline acts and much more! Check the Zoo's schedule on the Zoo map as you arrive for performance times and locations.

Huānyíng zài dòngwùyuán xiàtiān!

which means: "Welcome to summer at the Zoo!"