FOSZ Membership Benefits & Levels

Digital membership cards coming August 2nd! 

Friends of Sunset Zoo memberships offer a variety of levels perfect for you and your family. Membership is valid for 12 months from the time of purchase; nontransferable and nonrefundable. Members of the military (active duty or retired with a valid ID) receive $5 off any basic membership.

Membership packets will be emailed from CivicRec after your purchase, printed cards are no longer available. Digital membership cards will launch August 2nd via PassPlay. 

Membership Benefits

Friends of Sunset Zoo members are a crucial part of the Sunset Zoo family! Your support helps care for the Zoo's 150+ animal residents, educate our future generations and protect amazing creatures in the wild. In appreciation for this investment, FOSZ members enjoy a gaggle of great benefits!

- FREE admission to Sunset Zoo for a year (excluding some special events)

- FREE or discounted admission to more than 150 AZA accredited Zoos and aquariums nationwide.

(Note: Participation in the reciprocity program does not guarantee free admission to other institutions. Each participating Zoo determines its reciprocal policies. Sunset Zoo strongly recommends calling ahead before visiting a reciprocating Zoo.)

- A free year-long subscription to Zoo's Insider e-newsletter

- Exclusive invitations to members-only events

- Discounts on Sunset Zoo classes & birthday parties

- 10% off in the Gift Shop

- Discounts at Expedition Café concession stand - July promotion 20% off sandwich baskets 

- Complimentary popcorn each visit per member during Expedition Café business hours 

- Family Membership Level only: Two one-time-use guest passes

- Director's Club Members only: Ten one-time-use guest passes

Basic Membership Levels

Military Discount: $5 off any of the basic memberships with valid ID (active duty or retired).

  • Individual Membership - $35 
    One named adult 
  • Individual Plus - $45
    Two named adults
  • Individual Senior - $25
    One named adult 60+ years
  • Senior Plus - $35
    Two named adults 60+ years
  • Family - $65
    Two named adults of the same household & all children/grandchildren under 18

Director's Club Membership Levels


  • Zoo Buff Membership - $100 
    Two named adults of the same household & all children/grandchildren under 18
  • Supporter Membership - $250 
    Two named adults of the same household & all children/grandchildren under 18
  • Patron Membership - $500
    Two named adults of the same household & all children/grandchildren under 18
  • Benefactor Membership - $1,000 
    Two named adults of the same household & all children/grandchildren under 18

Add-a-Person to Your Membership

Add a person to any membership level for $10. This membership allows members to bring an unnamed guest each visit. Memeber must accompany guest. Great for babysitters and nannies!

Prices and information subject change. Memberships are nonrefundable and nontransferable.