New York State Zoo at Thompson Park
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Membership Benefits

  • FREE Admission to the New York State Zoo for ONE YEAR!
  • FREE subscription to the Zoo Scoop quarterly newsletter!
  • DISCOUNTS in the Zoo gift shop and Café!
  • DISCOUNTS on Zoo program and event fees!
  • DISCOUNTS on Birthday Parties!

See our membership rates below and download a printable version of our Membership Application for more information.

Download Membership Application (requires Adobe Reader)

Membership Level
Adults
Dependents under 18
1X use guest passes
Free guests per visit
Gift shop
& Cafe
Discount

 Price
Individual

1 (or 2 srs.)

N/A

4
0
10%
$40
Grandparents

2

5 Grandchildren

4
0
10%
$50
Family

2

All in household

4
0
10%
$55
Family Plus

2

All in household

4
1
10%
$70
Patron

2

All in household 6
1
10%
$135
Director's Circle

2

All in household

7
1
15%
$260
Olmsted Circle
4
All in household
10
2
15%
$500
Military Household* 2
N/A 4
0
10%
$35
Military Family* 2
All in household
4
0
10%
$50
Miltary Family Plus* 2
All in household 4
1
10%
$65


Membership at our zoo will also give you the opportunity to get half off or free admission at other zoos around the country! Check out our reciprocity list before you head out on your next trip to see what zoos in that area may be participating!

John C. Thompson Society - click here for more information



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* Active Military ID Required.