If you are planning to visit the Zoo on a specific date and your membership has lapsed, we recommend purchasing General Admission tickets and after your visit, upgrading to a membership. Membership purchases are non-refundable.
We recommend purchasing General Admission tickets, then upgrading to a membership during your visit. Be sure to visit the Main Entrance Membership window before 4 pm to request your upgrade.
Oakland Zoo remains closed while we repair the massive sinkhole damage caused by recent storms. We are working closely with the City of Oakland and have been advised that construction will be completed early February. We will continue to provide updates and more information on our reopening date, including a planned extension of our Glowfari event, by January 30th.
All animals and staff were fine and remained safe during the extreme weather. While closed, Zoo staff will continue to be onsite to take care of the animals, provide maintenance needs, and conduct clean-ups from damage caused by the rain.
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience, and we look forward to seeing you as soon as possible at the Zoo!
The Zoo is occasionally closed for holidays, private events, or maintenance or refurbishment. Certain animal habitats, pathways, or attractions may be closed on a given day for maintenance or refurbishment.
We continue to operate with a daily limited capacity, so reservations may not always be available for your preferred day or time. Find answers to common questions about visiting the Zoo.
Before you make a reservation, please read about our health and safety protocols. It’s our priority to protect the health and safety of our guests, staff, and animals.
Our Measure Y commitment to Oaklanders includes a 25% admission discount to Oakland city residents, beginning February 8, 2023.
Reserve a date and daytime entry time to visit between 10am and 2pm. Capacity is limited. Members can visit after 2pm without a reservation.
Friends of the Wild can visit without reservations.
Reserve a date and daytime entry time, buy tickets, and pay for parking online. Capacity is limited.