Happy Hollow Park & Zoo

Happy Hollow Park & Zoo Happy Hollow Park & Zoo connects people to nature through play. Happy Hollow Park & Zoo is wholly owned and operated by the City of San José (www.csj.gov).
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Winter season programs are now open for registration! Check out all of Happy Hollow's offerings at happyhollow.org/hh-ex...
11/30/2025

Winter season programs are now open for registration! Check out all of Happy Hollow's offerings at happyhollow.org/hh-experience-programs/ ❄️

Looking for a thoughtful holiday gift? Happy Hollow honey is harvested right here in Happy Hollow's apiary. Honey from t...
11/29/2025

Looking for a thoughtful holiday gift? Happy Hollow honey is harvested right here in Happy Hollow's apiary. Honey from the Hollow is pure, local and delicious and it makes the sweetest gift of the season 🐝🍯

Purchase this honey inside the Explore & More Store or Picnic Basket. Proceeds support ongoing conservation efforts across the world 🌎

11/28/2025

Come bring all of your friends and family to see Twix, Happy Hollow's new red panda, over the holiday weekend! When you bring a group of 14 or more people, tickets only cost $12 per person. What a steal! And if you couldn't already tell by his face, Twix is well worth the visit ❤️
📹: Twix footage from Keeper Sage

As we enter the season of gratitude, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo and Happy Hollow Foundation want to pause and say thank you...
11/27/2025

As we enter the season of gratitude, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo and Happy Hollow Foundation want to pause and say thank you. Whether you’re a dedicated Member, a thoughtful donor, a lifelong visitor or someone just discovering us, we’re grateful for every moment you choose to spend with us.

Your visits, generosity and enthusiasm for Happy Hollow make our mission possible. Maintaining a unique space where visitors of all ages can connect with nature through play.

We look forward to creating even more joyful experiences together in the year ahead!🤎🍂

Please note, Happy Hollow Park & Zoo will be closed today and will reopen tomorrow, Friday, Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See you then! 🦃

Things are Upside Down today at Happy Hollow 👀 🙃 📷: Keeper Sage
11/27/2025

Things are Upside Down today at Happy Hollow 👀 🙃
📷: Keeper Sage

Next week is Giving Tuesday, a global day of generosity that begins right here in our community. When you give to our no...
11/26/2025

Next week is Giving Tuesday, a global day of generosity that begins right here in our community. When you give to our nonprofit partner, Happy Hollow Foundation, you’re helping Happy Hollow Park & Zoo be the best it can be — for every child, every animal and everyone!

During this season of giving, your gift supports:
-Animal habitat improvements and enrichment like rocks, vines and logs
-Access programs that welcome Title I students, foster youth and older adults
-Memorable moments of play and discovery for all who visit

We’re aiming to raise $20,000 — and the first 20 donors who give $250+ will receive a limited-edition Happy Hollow shirt! This shirt was created to celebrate the return of Danny the Dragon this summer and honor the legacy of Sophia the jaguar.

Whether your family loves the rides at Happy Hollow or saying hello to the adorable zoo animals, we know this place is special to everyone and we hope you consider giving back this holiday season.

FB: Give early at https://qrco.de/GivingTuesdayHH25

Thanksgiving week just got better! Happy Hollow is open this Friday (and Saturday and Sunday!) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Co...
11/25/2025

Thanksgiving week just got better! Happy Hollow is open this Friday (and Saturday and Sunday!) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come visit the Zoo in the Hollow and say hi to our newest resident, Twix the Red Panda. 🐾🧡

Did you know? 🧐 The Happy Hollow Foundation plays a vital role in making our park and zoo the magical, community-centere...
11/24/2025

Did you know? 🧐 The Happy Hollow Foundation plays a vital role in making our park and zoo the magical, community-centered place you know and love. The foundation powers improvements, enhancements and special programs that help Happy Hollow thrive for generations to come!

The foundation helps ensure Happy Hollow remains a beloved and accessible community treasure by:
🟣Funding life science education for students with high equity needs.
🟣Upgrading zoo exhibits and rides like Danny the Dragon, Monarch Meadow and the Chacoan peccary.
🟣Promoting healthy living for older adults through Senior Safari.
🟣Expanding access to positive childhood experiences for foster children.
🟣Supporting animal care through enrichment tools and continuing education for zookeepers.

All this work supports Happy Hollow’s accreditation with the Association of Zoos & Aquariums. Learn more about our mission — and how you can help — at www.happyhollow.org/hh-foundation.

11/22/2025

With this fit, Angelo is always ready for adventures inside of Happy Hollow ✨🐲

Holiday puppet shows are back! Starting this weekend, "Elves & The Shoemakers" and "Gingerbread Man" will be performed a...
11/22/2025

Holiday puppet shows are back! Starting this weekend, "Elves & The Shoemakers" and "Gingerbread Man" will be performed at Happy Hollow's Puppet Castle Theater. Be sure to check for showtimes at happyhollow.org/visit 🎭 These holiday-themed puppet shows will run through the end of December 🏰

Reminder: Happy Hollow Park & Zoo will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. We look forward to seeing you when we reopen Frida...
11/20/2025

Reminder: Happy Hollow Park & Zoo will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. We look forward to seeing you when we reopen Friday. Happy Holidays! 🍂🐾

Happy Hollow is hiring a General Manager! 🐲 This position provides strategic leadership and oversees daily operations ac...
11/19/2025

Happy Hollow is hiring a General Manager! 🐲 This position provides strategic leadership and oversees daily operations across all areas of the park and zoo, from animal care and rides to guest services, education and conservation programs 🐐
Applications are due by Monday, Dec. 1 💛 Learn more and apply by visiting
happyhollow.org/about-us/jobs to learn more🎢

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748 Story Road
San Jose, CA
95112

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+14087946400

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