Tickets & Memberships

PURCHASE TICKETS

General Admission Tickets

We encourage guests to purchase tickets online minimizing your wait in line and ensuring contactless payment.

Children one year and under are free and do not require tickets for admission

Online reservations are not required for members. Upon arrival, members must show photo ID and present their membership card.

Prices

Adult (13 and over): $12.50
Child (2-12): $9.00
Child (1 and Under): FREE
Senior (65+): $11.50
Active Military: $11.50

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MEMBERSHIP

Sign Up for a Membership

Your membership will pay for itself in just a few visits-what are you waiting for? Sign up online utilizing the link below. You can also sign up at Peoria Zoo, or over the phone by calling (309) 681-3500.

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Gift a Membership

Peoria Zoo GIFT MEMBERSHIPS are a great gift that last all year long! You can purchase a gift membership online by accessing our Park District GIFT Membership Form here.

Membership Benefits

Free or discounted admission to over 150 zoos and aquariums.
10% discount in the Zoo’s Safari Gift Shop.
ZooTales, the Peoria Zoological Society (PZS) member newsletter.
Special member prices for select Zoo events and programs.
Invitations to exclusive member-only events
Early admission during monthly Member Mornings.

Questions?

For any questions concerning memberships please contact the development office using our contact form.

PLEASE NOTE: Memberships are non-transferable and non-refundable. Membership processing can take up to 30 days from the date of purchase.

Membership Categories

Choose the perfect Peoria Zoo membership level for you, customize it with exciting add-ons, and consider donor levels to make an even bigger impact while enjoying exclusive perks! Join today; membership makes every day a Zoo day!

Memberships are based on one household (same home address) for cardholders. All memberships are valid for one year from the date of purchase.

$45

Individual:

Unlimited visits for person named on the member card, no dependents over the age of 1.

$70

Joint:

Unlimited visits for 2 adults, no dependents over the age of 1.

$100

Family:

Unlimited visits for up to 2 adult card holders and their children under the age of 18.

$100

Grandparent:

Unlimited visits for up to 2 grandparent cardholders and their grandchildren under the age of 18.

Membership Add Ons

Customize your membership to meet your needs with an option plus guest and/or caregiver.

$30

Plus Add On:

Bring one guest per visit with a member cardholder.

$35

Caregiver Add On:

Another cardholder who cares for your children but doesn’t reside at your address.

Donor Level Memberships

Support wildlife conservation and enjoy exclusive perks with a donor-level membership, which offers special benefits while making a meaningful impact on Peoria Zoo’s mission!

$150

Zoo Booster:

A Family or Grandparent Membership and five one-time entry guest passes.

$300

Zoo Benefactor:

A Family or Grandparent Membership, plus the opportunity to bring two guests per visit (member cardholder must be present for guest entry), and five one-time entry guest passes.

$500

Zoo Patron: *SUPER SUPPORTER

A Family or Grandparent Membership, plus the opportunity to bring two guests per visit (member cardholder must be present for guest entry), ten one-time entry guest passes and a custom animal painting.

$1,000

Pride of the Zoo: *SUPER SUPPORTER

A Family or Grandparent Membership, plus the opportunity to bring two guests per visit (member cardholder must be present for guest entry),ten one-time entry guest passes, custom animal painting, and a personal behind the scenes tour.

BUY MORE. SAVE MORE!

Peoria Park District offers many membership choices, including membership packages. Looking for the perfect gift for those you love? Consider the gift of a membership experience with the Peoria Park District! Mix and match memberships from our facilities to find the perfect bundle, saving you time and money! (Or buy just one… but why not more if you can save?) Facility memberships include: Peoria Zoo, Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum, Forest Park Nature Center, Luthy Botanical Garden, Proctor Recreation Center, RiverPlex and Peoria Park District Golf!

Whatever you choose, your loved ones will enjoy these memberships long after the presents have been unwrapped…. a whole year of fun awaits! The more you buy, the more you save… and the more family members can join in the fun!

2 Memberships- Save $5
3 Memberships- Save $10
4 Memberships- Save $20

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Already a Member?

Member Reminders

To make the best of each Zoo visit, remember to always have your membership card and photo ID on hand for entrance to the Zoo.

As a member, it is more likely that you will stop by for a quick visit towards the end of the day. Remember that the last admission is at 4:30pm.

Member Mornings

Want to beat the crowd and catch a special glimpse of the Zoo early in the morning? Then join us for our monthly Member Mornings! The first Monday of each month, Peoria Zoo Members can enter the Zoo an hour early at 9:00 am to see the animals as they venture out into their exhibits for the day.

Membership Documents

For any questions concerning membership, please contact the Membership Office using our contact form or call at (309)681-3500.

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