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Matching Gifts

Your support of Denver Zoo could be doubled if your employer offers a matching gift program! Many employers will match, even double, the charitable contribution portion of an employee’s Denver Zoo membership fee. The process is simple; merely complete your employer’s matching gift form and mail it to the Membership Department; we’ll do the rest! Check with your company’s human resources department for matching gift forms today!

Mail to:
Denver Zoo
Membership Department Matching Gifts
2300 Steele St
Denver, CO 80205
MEMBERSHIP

Your membership supports our work providing exceptional care for our animals, and conservation efforts both locally and internationally.


RENEW BEFORE YOUR MEMBERSHIP EXPIRES, SAVE $5!

Terrific Value - membership pays for itself in just three visits

  • Enjoy the zoo 365 days a year
  • Members’ only discounts – 20 percent off in gift shops, 10 percent off in restaurants
  • Members’ only check-in - No standing in line to buy tickets
  • Zoo Lights discounted admission
  • Discount on classes and lectures
  • Free members’ publications

Questions? Go to Membership FAQs


Levels of Membership
Individual Unlimited daytime admission for one member.

Member benefits include:
  • One guest pass, good one time only
50
45
Individual + Guest Unlimited daytime admission for one adult member and one guest per zoo visit. Guest must attend with member.

Member benefits include:
  • One guest pass, good one time only

70
Zoo for Two Unlimited daytime admission for two adults living at the same address named on the membership card, and does not include a guest feature.

Member benefits include:
  • One guest pass, good one time only
75
70
Family Unlimited daytime admission for up to two adults living at the same address named on the membership card, and their children and/or grandchildren through the age of 18.

Member benefits include:

  • Two individual, one-time use, guest passes

100
Family Plus Unlimited daytime admission for up to two adults living at the same address named on the membership card, and their children and/or grandchildren through the age of 18, PLUS one guest per zoo visit.

Member benefits include:

  • Two individual, one-time use, guest passes
125
120

Estimated Fair Market Value of Benefits:The Internal Revenue Service has issued guidelines that affect the charitable contribution portion of memberships. Under those guidelines, members may claim the amount of their membership fee, less the fair market value of benefits received. For Individual members, the fair market value of benefits received is not substantial. The estimated fair market value of benefits received for other categories are: Individual & Guest $19; Zoo for Two $19; Family $34; Family Plus $34.

The material on this website is intended to provide general information, not legal or tax advice about specific situations or problems. Donors are encouraged to consult a lawyer or accountant for legal or tax matters.

MEMBERSHIP FAQs

Helpful answers to our most frequently asked membership questions

Q. How long is my membership valid?
Your membership is valid for one full year from the time of purchase.

Q. How can I purchase or renew a Zoo membership?
We offer four easy options:
  1. Online - just fill out the appropriate information on our online membership application.
  2. By phone - call the Membership Services Office 720-337-1478 Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Purchases by phone will be accepted with a MasterCard, Visa, Discover or American Express credit card.
  3. In person - come into the Boettcher Welcome Center located at the Zoo's Main Entrance seven days a week, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. from March 1 to October 31, and between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. from November 1 to February 28. We will process your membership and give you your permanent membership cards right away.
  4. Print and complete the membership application and mail it to:
    Denver Zoo
    2300 Steele Street
    Denver, CO 80205
Q. At what age do you charge admission for child?
We charge admission for children age 3 and above. Children age 2 and younger are admitted free.

Q. How old must I be to have a membership in my name?

You must be at least 16 years or older to have a membership in your name.

Q. How long will it take to receive my membership cards?
If you come to the Zoo, you will receive your cards right away. If you submit your application by mail, online or by phone, your membership will be processed and mailed to you within two to three business days.

Q. How many cards will I receive?
The number of cards you receive is determined by the category you have selected, but no more than two.

Q. Can I loan out my membership card to a family member or friend?
No, your membership card(s) and associated privileges are not transferable to any other individual. Your membership has a tremendous value. To protect the rights of our members, we will ask to see your photo ID, such as a driver's license, at the time of your visit.

Q. Can I use my membership at other zoos?
No. At this time we do not participate in the reciprocity program.

Q. What do I do if I lose my membership card?
Call the Membership Services Office to report lost cards or come in to the Membership Services & Information Office. There is a $10 fee for replacement cards.