Membership Drive
Going On Now!

November 4, 2009 - January 4, 2010

Birmingham Zoo Membership

'Tis the Season to share the wonders of the
Birmingham Zoo with your family and friends. Start a new tradition and give the gift that gives 363 days a year. Give the gift of a membership.

Family memberships and larger purchased during this membership drive include:

• Unlimited visits 363 days a year
FREE admission to 17 nights of Zoolight Safari
FREE or discounted admission to over 150 participating Zoos nationwide for one year
FREE plush animal
FREE one year subscription to Animal Tracks magazine
35% off merchandise in the gift shop through 1/4/2010
(sale and discounted merchandise not included)
• A chance to win a FREE scheduled night-time tour for up to 15 people
• A chance to win a FREE membership (for two) to the Birmingham Botanical Gardens
• A chance to win 4 FREE movie passes
• A chance to win 4 FREE family passes to McWane Science Center
• Discounts on over 100 Zoo classes, camps, events, and birthday parties
• Invitations to member only events, previews and so much more!

First 100 people who join during the Zoo’s Membership Drive and mention
“Zoo bag”, will receive a FREE Zoo tote bag

Members
- refer a friend and receive one extra month at the end of your membership when your friend becomes a member. All you have to do is have your friend complete the referral form found at the Zoo membership office, and you or your friend can submit it upon the membership purchase.

Where a visit lasts a day and the memories last a lifetime.

To join during the Membership Drive and to receive special incentives, simply visit us online at www.birminghamzoo.com, call (205) 879-0409 for more information, or stop by to complete a membership form.

And don’t forget, when visiting the Zoo, you can apply your admission ticket for that particular day towards a Zoo membership!

Hurry, this offer ends Monday, January 4, 2010!

 


Military Appreciation Day

November 11, 2009

All active duty and retired military personnel and their dependents will receieve FREE admission into the zoo on Wednesday, November 11 in honor of Veteran’s Day.  Military and dependent ID’s will be required.

 

Zoo Supports Community with ½ Price Admission & Food Donation to United Way

November 21 & 22

The Birmingham Zoo invites the community to give back to those in need this season.
All visitors can enjoy ½ price admission Saturday, November 21 - Sunday, November 22. The Zoo requests visitors to bring a non-perishable item to the Zoo, per individual, to support the canned food drive. Together, let's do our part to help those less fortunate in our community. We hope to see you here!

 

Join us for School Break Camps 2009/2010
at the Birmingham Zoo
!

Veteran’s Day Camp
"Camouflage"
November 11, 2009

Each camper will learn about animals that use camouflage to protect themselves in the wild.  Campers and teachers will discuss camouflage defenses and adaptations that help keep animals safe, make a craft, do various activities around the zoo, and much more.  Participants will get up close and personal and enjoy hands-on experience with educational animals.

 

Feast for the Animals
Enrichment Camp November 23, 24, 25

Campers will learn about the variety of Zoo animal diets, and will help make a new enrichment item for animals such as the spider monkey, tayras, and more. 

 

Register Online or contact (205) 397-3877 or camps@birminghamzoo.com for more information.

 

Coming Soon....

www.birminghamzoo.com

December 4-6, 11-13,
18-23 & 26-30

5 pm - 9 pm

Free for members
$7 for non-members

Enjoy light shows, holiday train ride*, animal demos, carousel ride*, visit with Santa and more!

*additional charges for rides

 

Breakfast with Santa
Sign Up Today!

December 5 - (reservation deadline: December 3)

December 12 - (reservation deadline: December 10)

December 19 - (reservation deadline: December 17)
8 am, 9:15 am or 10:30 am

Make your reservations now for this popular holiday event. Breakfast with Santa takes place in our Kudzoo Cafe and features a sumptuous breakfast followed by a visit from Ole Saint Nick himself with all of the children receiving a special treat. Call 205.879.0409 to make your reservations today!

Pricing:

Members Non Members  
Toddler = $6.00* Toddler = $8.00* Ages 1-3
Child = $8.00* Child = $10.00* Ages 4-10
Adult = $10.00* Adult = $ 14.00* Ages 11 +

*Pricing DOES NOT INLUDE TAX...

Breakfast Menu:
Pancakes with maple syrup & butter
Scrambled eggs
Sausage
8oz Juice or Milk

Call 205.879.0409 for more information.

 

Pieces of Monkey Island are available in the Zoo's gift shop while supplies last.

 

Admission

Adults - $12*
Children 2 - 12 years old - $7*
Seniors Citizens 65+ - $7*
Members receive free admission every day! Admission is half price every Tuesday.

* Plus tax.
Directions to the Zoo
Plan Your Visit

Train Ride: $2.50 or 3 rides for $6

Carousel Ride: $2.50

Zoo Hours

Everyday: 9 am to 5 pm

The Zoo is closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Christmas Eve hours: 9 am to 1 pm

Daily Activities

Lorikeet Aviary
Open daily 10am to 4pm

Rhino Encounter
Mon-Fri 11am
Weekends 11am and 3pm

Sea Lion Splash Show
Weekends 10am and 2pm

Sea Lion Training Demo
Daily 10am and 2pm

 

Do It All Online!

Adopt an animal
Sign up for education classes
ZooVenture Camps - NEW!
Join or renew your membership
Donate to your Zoo
Gift Memberships & Adoptions
Request a group reservation

 

Family Home School Day at the Birmingham Zoo
Friday, November 20th

Join us for a fun and educational day at the zoo with special programs for home school children and families.

 

Make a great gift!


Ways to Give

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Save the Date!


December 4-6, 11-13, 18-23 & 26-30

Have your next
BIRTHDAY PARTY at the Zoo!
Find out more

 

Listen to the New Birmingham Zoo Audio Tour!

 

 

 

Educationally Fun-sign up today for these popular classes!
School Break Camps
Homeschool Classes

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Make a Donation Online!

 

 

Do you have a Wild Side?

Enjoy hanging with new friends? Just a little Cuckoo? If so, then volunteering at the Zoo is for You! To volunteer at the Birmingham Zoo simply click here or e-mail the volunteer coordinator.

 

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Zoo Hours

Everyday: 9 am to 5 pm

The Zoo is closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.