Mark your calendar because it’s Member Appreciation Month! You are a valued part of our Oakland Zoo community and we appreciate your support.
What you can look forward to during Member Appreciation Month:
ENJOY ON-SITE OFFERS & DISCOUNTS
Visit us throughout the month of September and enjoy member-exclusive discounts and offers.
$5 off Rides Ticket Books! (Regularly $45, now $40 for Oakland Zoo members during September). Show your membership card at the Rides Area ticket booth to take advantage of this special offer.
Sunrise Scientist – Nature Journaling! Visit the event page to register for this member-only program, hosted by our Learning & Engagement department through September on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 9:45am – 10:15am.
Exclusive Trading Card for Oakland Zoo members! Have you started your Oakland Zoo Trading Card collection? If not, September is a great time to start with our member-exclusive Trading Card! Available only to Oakland Zoo Members in September at all entrance windows at the Zoo. Show your membership card and ask for a remarkable Western Pond Turtle Trading Card!
PROUD MEMBER Stickers! Show your membership card at the entrance windows or Guest Services Kiosks to get yours while supplies last.
Special Retail and Food Discounts! (Printing of coupons is not required. Please see offer details below). Show your membership card at the Gift Shop and select dining locations to take advantage of these special offers.
We are excited to offer the opportunity for some lucky member families to win Behind the Scenes (BTS) experiences with our animal residents here at Oakland Zoo! During your BTS experience, you may get to see off-exhibit holdings or see animals closer than ever before.
There are four free prize drawings (one drawing per week). Fill out each week’s form for your chance to win! You may enter to win each of the four experiences, but please only submit one entry per membership per weekly drawing. These experiences are pre-scheduled, so check your availability before you enter. Please only enter to win if you are sure you can attend. Minimum age requirements are for human and animal health and safety. Thank you for your understanding. See forms and information below for additional terms & conditions.
Week 1 – Sun Bears – Sunday, 9/7/2025 at 9:15AM (up to 10 attendees; 6+ age requirement; loud guests and crying children must be removed to avoid scaring the animals)
Week 2 – Giraffes – Sunday, 9/14/2025 at 11:00AM (up to 20 attendees; any age, but children under 2 must beheld in arms the entire time; loud guests and crying children must be removed to avoid scaring the animals)
Week 3 – Zebras – Sunday, 9/21/2025 at 10:30AM (up to 8 attendees; any age, but children under 2 must be held in arms the entire time; loud guests and crying children must be removed to avoid scaring the animals)
Go behind the scenes for a meet & greet with our Zebras and learn about their care! Enter to win Zebras BTS
Week 4 – Tigers – Saturday, 9/27/2025 at 11:00AM (up to 8 attendees; 6+ age requirement; loud guests and crying children must be removed to avoid scaring the animals)
SHOP AT THE COLUMBIA EMPLOYEE STORE IN RICHMOND OR UNION CITY AND SAVE BIG!
Oakland Zoo members are invited to shop at the Columbia Sportswear Employee Stores, September 1 – September 30, 2025 only! See the digital invitation for more information, store locations and hours, and terms & conditions.
What the Employee Store has to offer:
Exclusive EMPLOYEE discount, meaning items are marked with the Columbia Sportswear employee price (40% below regular retail prices)!
Stores are stocked with current season products from Columbia’s family of brands - Columbia, Mountain Hardwear, SOREL, and prAna.
What to bring to access Columbia Employee Store in Richmond or at Union City:
ENJOY SPECIAL ACCESS TO FLOWER PIANO AT SAN FRANCISCO GARDEN!
September 12 - 21, 2025 at San Francisco Botanical Garden, Golden Gate Park
Celebrate 10 years of Flower Piano at San Francisco Garden this September 12 - 21! Optimize your experience in the Lounge with priority entry, special performance, premium bars, food from local makers, lounge seating, and flexibility to relax and enjoy all areas of the festival at will. Oakland Zoo Members: Use code FP25OZ for 20% off Lounge tickets at checkout.
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