Zoo Sleepovers at Happy Hollow!

Join our zoo teachers and keepers for a night at the zoo you’ll never forget! Meet live animals, learn about nocturnal senses, and enjoy the thrill of exploring the zoo after dark. You’ll sleep in our zoo classroom, and wake up to a special behind-the-scenes tour!

What You Should Bring

• Sleeping bag
• Sleeping mat or padding 
• Pillow 
• Flashlight 
• Close-toed shoes 
• Weather-appropriate outerwear 

What You Should Know

Sleepovers begin at 6:45pm with check-in and end the next day at 9:30am. 
The cost is $40/person with a minimum of 15 participants, maximum of 30. 
An evening snack and continental breakfast are included. 
There must be one adult chaperone for every eight children attending. 

For available dates and more information, contact us directly at (408) 794-6420 or HHPZeducation@sanjoseca.gov

Evening Schedule of Activities

6:30-7:00 Check-in and Introductions
7:00-7:40 Hands-on Discussion on Nocturnal Senses
7:40-8:10 Live Animal Meet & Greets
8:10-8:30 Snack Break (food provided)
8:30-8:50 Zoo Themed Games
8:50-9:30 Zoo Tour
9:30-10:00 Evening Wrap-Up

Morning Schedule of Activities

7:00-7:30 Rise and Shine!
7:30-8:00 Breakfast is Served (food provided)
8:00-8:30 Behind-the-Scenes Zoo Tour
8:30-9:05 Animal Themed Activities
9:05-9:20 Live Animal Meet & Greet
9:20-9:30 Morning Wrap-up and Goodbyes

For available dates and registration, contact us at:

Education Department
Phone: 408.794.6420
Email: HHPZeducation@sanjoseca.gov

Girl Scout Sleepovers also available. Contact us for more information.