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Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Zoo or aquarium · Science & nature, Children's · 5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA

The city's zoo in Griffith Park, with animals from around the world and botanical gardens.

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L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow

Nov 20, 2026 to Jan 10, 2027  ·  Box office opens 5:45 PM
Los Angeles Zoo, Los Angeles

A walk-through holiday light show at the zoo. This year's theme is nature, with lit birds, butterflies, marine creatures and Ice Age giants, plus an ice rink and Santa...

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