Wild Winter
Due to the current COVID-19 guidelines, we’re working on rescheduling this event for January or February 2021. If you are interested in receiving updates about this program, please contact us at education@animalcenter.org or 858-756-4117 ext. 318.
In order to take precautions against the COVID-19 pandemic, this program has several modifications and safety protocols in place, which were created based on CDC guidance. Policies are subject to change; please review this page carefully.
Holiday Events for Families
Helen Woodward Animal Center’s Wild Winter
Pre-registration required
December 5, 6, 12 and 13
One-hour time slot between 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
December 4 and 11
One-hour time slot between 5 p.m.–7:15 p.m.


The adorable animal ambassadors can’t wait to spread holiday cheer at Wild Winter! This festive event in San Diego includes hands-on animal encounters, a cute craft for you to keep (or gift!), a dash through the holiday hall, a sweet treat for all and a gift for the little ones. We look forward to providing a safe environment for your family to have a happy holiday celebration.
Animals you may encounter:
- Alpacas
- Chickens
- Rabbits
- Miniature horses
When: December 5, 6, 12 and 13 (one-hour time slot between 9 a.m.–3 p.m.), December 4 and 11 (one-hour time slot between 5 p.m.–7:15 p.m.)
**Please note that the activities and animal interactions are the same on all of the dates listed above, including the dates that have evening time slots.
Registration cost: $50 per group, per hour
For safety purposes, we are limiting the number of people attending this event at one time. Registration is for a one-hour time slot with a group of up to six people, which must arrive together. Your group will be led through the activities by a member of our cheerful crew for the 60-minute duration of the time slot you register for.
**When you complete the online registration, you only need to purchase 1 ticket and that covers your entire group of up to 6 people. We only need one person’s name to check in on the day of the event.


Wild Winter Policies During COVID-19
Click here to carefully review the event modifications and safety protocols. (Subject to change, last updated 10/22/20) **Protocols are subject to change. Reach out to us at education@animalcenter.org if you have any questions or concerns.
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