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Benefits

By becoming a Buffalo Zoo Member, you’ll have access to a year ‘round pass to great animal adventures, enlightening educational programs, and sensational special events among other benefits and perks.

Membership Benefits

Every Buffalo Zoo Membership includes:

  • One year of unlimited visits to the Buffalo Zoo.
  • Free or reduced admission to over 100 zoos and aquariums nationwide so you can save money when you travel.
  • Special admission rates at local cultural institutions and attractions.
  • Digital membership cards to get to the fun faster.
  • Access to manage membership account online. Sign up here.
  • Save up to 20% on select purchases at Zootique at the Buffalo Zoo.
  • Special Members-only discounts on popular Buffalo Zoo events.
  • Members-Only early morning access & event discounts.
  • Discounts on Buffalo Zoo summer camp, conservation education programs and birthday parties.

Member Mornings

Buffalo Zoo members receive access to the Zoo an hour early beginning at 9 a.m. on select dates throughout the year! Member Mornings include an exclusive keeper talk and the chance to watch the Zoo wake up for the day.

Member Mornings for 2026 are:

  • April 25 – Amphibian and Reptile Center keeper talk at 9:30a.m.
  • May 30 – Sea Lion keeper talk at 9:30 a.m.
  • June 27 – Cinereous vulture keeper talk at 9:30 a.m.
  • July 25 – Aviary birds keeper talk at 9:30 a.m.
  • August 29 – Snow leopard keeper talk at 9:30 a.m.
  • September 26 – Rhino keeper talk at 9:30 a.m.
  • October 31 – Gorilla keeper talk at 9:30 a.m.

Membership Bonus Benefits

Benefits may be obtained by showing your valid Buffalo Zoo membership card. Please note that these offers cannot be combined with other offers.

* Prices subject to change