Thanks to the more than $2,700,000 of critical support you give Cheyenne Mountain Zoo every year, we’re able to provide for the animals in our care—and deliver a better Zoo experience for all visitors, all the time. We deeply appreciate your membership and look forward to having you visit us often. Stay for the day or drop in for an hour. Daytime admission is always FREE with your membership. And remember… your Zoo is open seven days a week, 365 days a year from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. with last admission always at 4 p.m. (unless noted for special events or holidays).
(Event details are posted below when available. See Zoo events calendar for all listings.) Please note: Events listed below may change due to unforeseen circumstances.
SUMMER 2020 EVENTS:
– Saturdays & Sundays, June 1 – Labor Day – RISE AND SHINE MEMBER MORNINGS – 8:00 a.m.
Members can enter the Zoo at 8 a.m. every Saturday and Sunday morning through Labor Day weekend! Watch and listen as the Zoo wakes up. Want more? Non-member guests entering the Zoo with you will get early-entry, too (admission fees apply.) We hope you join us soon!
– Thursday, September 17 – END OF SUMMER MEMBER CELEBRATION NIGHT – 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Our Zoo may look a little different this summer, but we appreciate you more than ever! Visit your favorite animals during this after-hours members-only summer event. Food options are limited, but the Grizzly Grill will be open (cash/credit cards accepted). Please note, we will have no scheduled animal demonstrations for this event. Due to state-mandated capacity limits, we may not be able to accommodate all members who want to attend. But don’t worry! We will have more Member Appreciation Nights throughout the summer, as we are approved for additional dates and ticketing. Advance reservations are required to attend, and are available below. We’re sorry, this event has sold out.
Please note: Conservator Breakfast and Patron Dinner are invitation only; however, member nights are open to all members.
For an Individual Plus membership, the primary card holder and his/her guest is included (listed adult must be present).
For a Family or Grandparent membership, the one or two primary adults and any children listed on the card are included.
For Family Plus and higher, any “Plus” people are included (x1 for Family Plus, x2 for Conservator and higher – Note: a listed adult must be present to bring the “Plus” person/people).
Third Adults can also attend if they are listed on the membership.
Be sure to have your membership card and photo ID (for listed adult names) to check in at the front gate.
No guests, non-members or one-time-use guest passes are admitted to members-only events.
The Sky Ride Day Pass is not applicable to members-only or after-hours events.
We appreciate our Corporate Members!
When you join the Zoo as a corporate member, we’ll list your company on our Companies for Conservation webpage the entire year you are a member! These sponsorship donations help contribute to over $2 million spent caring for our huge giraffe herd; our grizzly bears, Emmett and Digger; a pride of lions; a Mexican wolf pack and so much more!
Discounts, Privileges & Programs
Many, many special privileges and program offerings for our Zoo members:
Win a Behind-the-Scenes Experience!
The more you visit the Zoo, the better your chances of winning one of these exclusive experiences! Every time you check in (June-August), we will enter your name for a chance to meet one of our animals. No forms; just check in at the front gate. A winner will be selected in June, July and August!
FREE admission to Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun
Enjoy a 1.4 mile drive up the Russell Tutt Scenic Highway to this spectacular historic monument with breathtaking views of Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region. Click HERE for details on hours and access.
FREE subscription to The Waterhole
Our monthly eNewsletter keeps members updated with behind-the-scenes animal stories, special members-only events, promotions and more!
Discounted tickets to Boo at the Zoo
Receive a member discount on tickets to the regions most unique Halloween event, in October!
FREE admission to Electric Safari
Members get unlimited FREE visits to our holiday lights extravaganza, during evenings in December.
Rise and Shine Member’s Summer Mornings
Exclusive members-only summer entrance to the Zoo starting at 8:00 a.m. on summer Saturdays & Sundays (June 1 through September 1). Watch and listen as the Zoo wakes up and stay ahead of the crowds and the heat.
Invitations to exclusive members-only adventures.
Special savings on EdVenture programs
Enjoy great discounts on educational events including WildNights, Zoo Birthday Parties, camps, classes and more. See Events and Programs for special member pricing by program.
10% discount in our gift shop
The Zoo’s Thundergod Gift Shop is a great place to find unique gifts! Simply present your membership card and photo ID. (Discounts do not include stroller or wagon rentals, sale items, film or food items at any of the concessions.)
Mountaineer Sky Ride Day Pass
For just $35, you can add a Sky Ride Day Pass to any membership and ride as much as you like!
Quarters for Conservation
Part of your membership goes to support Quarters for Conservation. With every visit, you will receive quarter “tokens” and get to contribute to the conservation project that inspires you. Learn more about our conservation efforts and programs.
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Our members help make the world a better place.
Thanks for your support!
