Today's Hours
10AM - 4PM
10AM - 4PM
The Charles Paddock Zoo is the ONLY Zoo on the Central Coast and is home to hundreds of species from all over the world. We have numerous animals that are part of globally managed programs to preserve animals and their habitats. If you want to engage with some of the rarest animals in the world in a safe and respectful environment then visit us often!
Show your affection (or lack of thereof) towards a special someone in your life!
It's the perfect Valentine's Day Gift.
Do you think you know your animal trivia? Come test your knowledge at the Zoo.
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Get ready for a fun evening at the Charles Paddock sampling craft beers, ciders, seltzers, wine, and kombucha!
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Come beat the summer heat with lots of Ice Cream along with the animals at the Central Coasts only Zoo!
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Wild About Art is a fun-filled day of arts & crafts throughout the Zoo! Animal artists, face painting, workshops, local art for purchase & more!
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Join a not-so-scarry trick or treating event with the cutest animals in the Central Coast!
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Enjoy a special evening walk around the Lake with musical groups, carolers, Santa and more!
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Santa's elves are busy with all the gifts for the humans so he's recruiting YOU to be an elf for the animals.
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Experience the magic of the holiday season as the zookeepers step in as Santa’s Elves to prepare gifts for the animals.
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