Community Free Days

We offer seven Community Free Days throughout the year for anyone in our community! To provide the best experience for all our guests, we offer a limited number of tickets for each Free Day, available on a first-come, first served basis. Follow the steps below to get your Free Day tickets!

2026 Free Days

Free Day tickets are only available online. Walk-ups will not be accepted on Free Days.

2026 Free Days:

• Friday, January 9
(tickets released on January 2)

• Sunday, January 25
(tickets released on January 11)

• Sunday, February 22 (tickets released on February 8)

• Sunday, April 19 (tickets released on April 5)

• Wednesday, November 11 (tickets released on October 28)

• Saturday, November 14 (tickets released on October 31)

• Sunday, November 22 (tickets released on November 8)

Free Day Tickets

How to get tickets for Community Free Days:

Step 1: Check the list to the left for the date tickets will be posted for an upcoming Free Day. 

Step 2: On the date listed below, visit this page to register for your Free Day tickets. Tickets are first-come, first-served. Please note that tickets will not be available onsite and walk-ups will not be permitted.

Step 3: You will receive an email confirmation once you have booked your tickets.

Step 4: On your designated Free Day, bring your digital tickets to the Zoo and have a great day!

The Fine Print

You may book up to five tickets for each Free Day based on the number you need for your group. Limit one registration per person, per Free Day. 

Tickets are available ONLINE ONLY. No tickets will be available at the Zoo entrance. 

All guests must have a timed ticket for entry, including children two and under. Tickets are valid only for the specific Free Day and entry time you reserved.

Note to DZCA Members

You’re Always Welcome!

If you’re planning to visit on a Free Day, simply bring your digital membership card, and you’ll be welcomed in as always. We look forward to seeing you and thank you for your continued support!