The Friends of the Philadelphia Zoo is an elite membership group dedicated to the improvement and well-being of the Zoo. This upper level membership allows each Friend to receive incredible benefits and attend exclusive Zoo events while providing integral support to many areas of the Zoo.
As a member of the Friends, you become a part of the Zoo’s immediate family, sharing in each and every new Zoo endeavor. Join today or upgrade now to immediately begin experiencing amazing benefits such as behind-the-scenes tours, special zookeeper talks and premium reserved parking!
You can join online today or contact us at 215-243-5392 or email us for more information!
Join/Renew Friends
Friends of the Philadelphia Zoo enjoy All the offerings of general Zoo membership:
- Free Zoo admission all year long
- Free admission to Treehouse and Birds of Australia exhibits
- Free or discounted admission to 100+ zoos in the United States
- MemberNews subscription and e-newsletter
- Exclusive members-only Zoo strolls
- Discounts on Zoo education programs, family workshops, Zoo gifts and souvenirs
- The knowledge that your support helps the Zoo!
Supporter: $400 - $799
All the benefits of the general Zoo membership plus:
- Up to three adult names listed on your membership card
- Unlimited admission for four additional guests per Zoo visit, when Friends membership card is presented
- One free ride, per visit, for each family member on the Channel 6 Zooballoon®, Swan Boats, camels, ponies, draft horses, PZ Express Train and Amazon Rainforest Carousel
- Invitations to exclusive Friends of the Philadelphia Zoo events, including curator conversations, behind-the-scenes tours and conservation lectures
- Complimentary tickets to one of three The Zoo and You: Friends Summer Picnic Series
- Free premium reserved parking, guaranteed with 48-hour advance notice (or otherwise on a first-come; first-served basis)
Benefactor: $800 - $1,299
All the benefits of Supporter-level membership plus:
Associate: $1,300 - $2,499
All the benefits of Benefactor-level membership plus:
- Two party tickets to the Zoo’s annual summer fundraiser, Zoobilee
- One private docent-led tour of the Zoo for you and your family
Memberships at the Patron Level and Higher Provide Entrance to the Camac Society of the Friends of the Philadelphia Zoo.
Patron: $2,500 - $4,999
All the benefits of Associate-level membership plus:
- Invitations to exclusive Camac Society events, such as conservation lectures and evening programs
- Two additional party tickets to the Zoo’s annual summer fundraiser, Zoobilee (Four tickets total)
- Six general admission guest passes
President’s Circle: $5,000 - $9,999
All the benefits of Patron-level membership plus:
- Upgrade your party tickets for two dinner (or VIP) tickets to the Zoo’s annual summer fundraiser, Zoobilee
- Discounts on Zoo facility rentals for personal or business entertainment
- One exclusive behind-the-scenes adventure for you and three guests, when advance request is provided
Leadership Partner: $10,000 - $14,999
All the benefits of President’s Circle-level membership plus:
- 100 tickets for the Zoo’s Community Passport Program*
- One complimentary Zoo on Wheels or Zoo on Wheels Birthday Party**
Founder: $15,000 - $19,999
All the benefits of Leadership Partner-level membership plus:
- 200 tickets for the Zoo’s Community Passport Program
- Ten general admission guest passes
Keeper of the Kingdom: $20,000+
All the benefits of Founder level membership plus:
- 400 tickets for the Zoo’s Community Passport Program
- Opportunity to name a Philadelphia Zoo animal. (Animal and name must be approved, according to the discretion of the Zoo’s Chief Executive Officer)
*Free tickets to the Zoo will be donated, in your name, to an underserved area school or a charity of your choice. Every school or charity that receives free passes through your generosity will be advised of your contribution and requested to acknowledge your support of their Zoo trip.
**Zoo on Wheels is a program in which Zoo experts bring an interactive, educational and engaging live animal experience to your school, library, place of worship, community festival, summer camp, corporate event, scout meeting, retirement center or other chosen location. Zoo on Wheels programs are suitable for small groups of less than 50 or can accommodate an auditorium of up to 300 people. Alternatively, a Zoo on Wheels Birthday Party creates a wild and memorable occasion for all. Parties are available for children ages one to twelve and include a live animal show, craft, gift bags, and more!
Benefits are subject to change.
Join/Renew Friends
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