POP-UP EVENT

KPOP DAY at the SF Zoo

Saturday, May 23, 2026
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Event Overview

Celebrate K-POP Day at San Francisco Zoo & Gardens as the Elinor Friend Playground transforms into a K-pop paradise for fans across the Bay Area and beyond.

This first-ever K-pop event at the Zoo will feature DJ music by Peter Lo, high-energy local performances, themed activities, and special food items throughout the day.

Performances & Music

Guests can enjoy performances from local groups and studios, including:

  • K-Pop-Up SF
  • The Ruby Slippers dance company
  • Off the Grid
  • One Motion
  • Eclipse
  • Enjoy Dance Studios
  • Rae Studios
  • Montage Dance Productions

Activities

Throughout the event, attendees can take part in:

  • Random Dance Play set to popular K-pop songs
  • Top loader decoration station for photo and trading card holders
  • Custom caricatures
  • Face painting
  • Special themed food items

Dance Class

Due to popular interest, a second dance class has been added. The Ruby Slippers dance company will teach choreography to “THAT’S A NO NO” by ITZY from 1:10 PM to 1:55 PM.

To sign up, contact carolm@sfzoo.org.

Event Details

  • Date: Saturday, May 23
  • Time: 11 AM to 3 PM
  • Location: San Francisco Zoo & Gardens
  • Area: Elinor Friend Playground
  • Partnership: KPOP Nara
POP-UP EVENT

KPOP DAY at the SF Zoo

Saturday, May 23, 2026
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Event Overview

Celebrate K-POP Day at San Francisco Zoo & Gardens as the Elinor Friend Playground transforms into a K-pop paradise for fans across the Bay Area and beyond.

This first-ever K-pop event at the Zoo will feature DJ music by Peter Lo, high-energy local performances, themed activities, and special food items throughout the day.

Performances & Music

Guests can enjoy performances from local groups and studios, including:

  • K-Pop-Up SF
  • The Ruby Slippers dance company
  • Off the Grid
  • One Motion
  • Eclipse
  • Enjoy Dance Studios
  • Rae Studios
  • Montage Dance Productions

Activities

Throughout the event, attendees can take part in:

  • Random Dance Play set to popular K-pop songs
  • Top loader decoration station for photo and trading card holders
  • Custom caricatures
  • Face painting
  • Special themed food items

Dance Class

Due to popular interest, a second dance class has been added. The Ruby Slippers dance company will teach choreography to “THAT’S A NO NO” by ITZY from 1:10 PM to 1:55 PM.

To sign up, contact carolm@sfzoo.org.

Event Details

  • Date: Saturday, May 23
  • Time: 11 AM to 3 PM
  • Location: San Francisco Zoo & Gardens
  • Area: Elinor Friend Playground
  • Partnership: KPOP Nara