With your Pay For A Day, Rest of Year Free ticket, you get unlimited admission through December 31, 2021 including access to our seasonal event series. Some blockout dates apply — see below for details. Not valid with any other discounts.
When does my Pay For A Day ticket expire?
Your Pay for a Day, Rest of Year Free ticket is valid from the day of purchase until 12/31/2021.
What are the blockout dates?
All Day: 3/13/2021 thru 3/21/2021, 11/26/2021 thru 11/28/2021, and 12/26/2021 thru 12/31/2021
After 4 PM: 10/16/2021, 10/23/2021, and 10/30/2021
Can I purchase a Pay For A Day ticket on a blockout date?
Yes! You can purchase a Pay for a Day, Rest of Year Free ticket for first-time use on a listed blockout date and have full access to the park on that day. Blockout dates apply to repeat visitation.
Can I use my Pay For A Day ticket on blockout dates?
If you already have your Pay for a Day, Rest of Year Free ticket and wish to visit during a listed blockout date, please stop by the Zoo’s ticketing windows for alternate options:
Blockout Upgrades
- During blockout periods, Pay For A Day ticket holders have access to significantly discounted single-day tickets.
- For a limited time from the date of purchase, Pay For A Day tickets can be upgraded to a Zoo Membership (with no blockout dates).
Can I visit the Zoo before 4pm on the blockout dates in October?
Yes, guests who visit the Zoo before 4 PM on those dates are welcome to visit us and stay throughout the evening. Guests who want to enter the Zoo after 4 PM may be required to pay a small fee to enter on those dates.
Do Pay For A Day tickets come with other benefits?
Pay For A Day, Rest of Year Free tickets are valid for unlimited admission through 2021 with posted blockout dates and include access to returning seasonal events like Creatures of the Night and Christmas in the Wild, as long as the event does not occur on a posted blockout date. For other benefits like preferred parking, reciprocal agreements for free or discounted admission to other zoos and aquariums, discounts on food & retail, invitations to members-only events, special fundraisers, and no blockout dates, consider a Zoo Membership.
I purchased a Pay For A Day ticket online. How do I get my actual ticket?
Bring a copy of your confirmation (or show the confirmation email on your mobile device) to expedite entry into the Zoo. At your convenience during your visit you can stop by the Tours & Guest Services kiosk located just inside the Zoo to print your physical pass. No need to stand in line at the ticket windows. Walk right in!
Still have questions?
Email us or call (813) 935-8552 ext. 0.
