CALM Zoo Events
Explore upcoming events, seasonal experiences, and special activities for families and visitors.
Featured Event
Join us for our first ever Coffee with the Condors Fundraiser on November 7th from 9am-11am! Enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries while you learn about California Condor Conservation and hear from CALM's animal keepers about our very own condors!
Upcoming Events
November 28, 2026 - January 2, 2027 Sun–Thu: 5:30–9 p.m. · Fri–Sat: 5:30–10 p.m.
Celebrate HolidayLights at CALM, presented by Adventist Health, November 28, 2026–January 2, 2027. Experience millions of lights, Candy Cane Express rides, holiday crafts, and memorable family moments. Timed ticketing and extended hours return on Fridays and Saturdays. Closed Christmas Day.
Annual CALM Traditions
CALM Zoo hosts special events throughout the year, from family celebrations and seasonal festivals to fundraising experiences that support animal care, education, and conservation.
Interested in sponsoring any of these popular events? Contact Elizabeth Graff at elgraff@kern.org
Event dates, availability, and ticketing details are subject to change.
A seasonal CALM Zoo experience with family-friendly activities and springtime fun throughout the zoo.
A unique Mother’s Day fundraiser experience featuring tea, treats, train rides, and CALM’s beloved tortoises.
Celebrate CALM Zoo’s birthday with a full day of family fun, animals, activities, and community celebration.
A special Father’s Day experience with breakfast, behind-the-scenes animal moments, and zoo memories.
A sweet summer evening at CALM Zoo with ice cream, animals, train rides, and family-friendly fun.
A festive Halloween-season tradition with costumes, animals, family activities, and fall fun at CALM Zoo.
A special Willows-hosted CALM experience connecting guests with conservation, community, and California wildlife.
One of Kern County’s favorite holiday traditions, bringing families together for lights, memories, and seasonal celebration.
Private Events
From weddings and baby showers to private celebrations and corporate gatherings, CALM Zoo and The Willows provide memorable settings for events surrounded by natural beauty.
Past Events
Explore recent events and seasonal experiences that help make CALM Zoo an active destination for families, students, visitors, and the Kern County community.
October 14, 2026
August 15, 2026
July 26, 2026
June 21, 2026