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As a member or a donor, you will join a network of thousands of individuals, families, corporations, and foundations who support the Zoo's mission of preserving, conserving, and enhancing the natural world and its living treasures. Thank you for your support of our programs.

Membership
Discover the natural world by visiting the more than 500 animals that call the Santa Barbara Zoo home. Relax with your friends and family while enjoying the unique garden setting and beautiful Pacific Ocean views. Learn about the Zoo's mission of conserving, preserving and enhancing the natural world and its living treasures - and how you can help! For just a few dollars, you can visit the Zoo 363 days a year, as well as more than 100 other zoos and aquariums that are on our reciprocal list.

Membership Benefits

  • Free admission for a full year
  • Free parking
  • Special events - just for members and their guests
  • SB Zoo license plate frame
  • 10% Gift Shop discount
  • Zoo News, our quarterly newsletter
  • Free or discounted admission at more than 100 zoos & aquariums
  • Discounted prices for after hours Zoo events such as Boo at the Zoo and Zoo-B-Que
  • Discounts on education workshops including Zoo Camp
  • Discounts on birthday parties
  • Opportunity to participate in Walk on the Wild Side
  • Membership fee is tax-deductible to the extent provided by law



    $45 Individual (one specified adult)
    All Membership benefits listed above, plus:

  • Personalized Membership card

    $55 Individual Plus (two specified people in same household)
    All Membership benefits listed above, plus:

  • Personalized Membership card for each adult

    $75 Family (one or two specified adults in household & dependent children under 18 OR grandchildren under 18)
    All Membership benefits listed above, plus:

  • Personalized Membership card for each adult

    $99 Family Plus (one or two specified adults in household & dependent children under 18 OR grandchildren under 18)
    All Membership benefits listed above, plus:

  • Personalized Membership card for each adult
  • Kidkeeper allows one adult to bring members' children when both cardholders are unable to come
  • Four train ride tickets

    $150 Supporting (one or two specified adults in household & dependent children under 18 OR grandchildren under 18)
    All Membership benefits listed above, plus:

  • Personalized Membership card for each adult
  • Kidkeeper allows one adult to bring members' children when both cardholders are unable to come
  • Four train ride tickets
  • Bring up to two guests on each visit

    We offer seven additional categories of membership with benefits ranging from New Exhibit Previews to a Feeding Frenzy (behind-the-scenes) Tour to use of the Zoo for a Private Party. Please see our Membership chart or contact the Zoo Membership Department for more information.



    It's easy to become a Member!

    1. Join Online.

    2. Visit our Membership window or Administration Office.

    3. Mail/fax an application to us:

    Santa Barbara Zoo, attn: Membership
    500 Niņos Drive
    Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    Fax: (805) 962-1673

    4. Call (805) 962-5339 and use a credit card to apply.



    It's easy to buy a Gift Membership!

    1. Join Online.

    2. Visit our Membership window or Administration Office.

    3. Mail/fax an application to us: Santa Barbara Zoo, attn: Membership
    500 Niņos Drive
    Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    Fax: (805) 962-1673

    4. Call (805) 962-5339 and use a credit card to apply.

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