One of the Santa Barbara Zoo’s most popular celebrations, “El Dia del Niño” (Children’s Day), will be back on Sunday, April 7 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

El Dia del Niño celebrates the importance of children in the community. This festive day features Latin music, a children’s talent show, food and fun. Community partners will be on site as well.

El Dia del Niño is free with zoo admission; online reservations are required. Register for the children’s talent show here. For more information about El Dia del Niño, please call 805.962.5339 or visit sbzoo.org.

The Santa Barbara Zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. for members and 9:30 a.m. for general admission until 5 p.m.; general admission is $25 for adults, $15 for children ages 2 to 12, and free for children under 2. Parking is $11. The zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.