Member Benefits
Visit as often as you wish and stay for a few hours or the whole day! Go wild. Go often. A Binder Park Zoo membership also makes an excellent gift for friends and family.
Free Admission
Visit as often as you like, a membership is good for 1 year from date of purchase. Excludes special events.
Free Parking
Enjoy free parking during every visit.
Reciprocal Zoo Admission
Love going to the zoo? Check out the reciprocal zoo list and plan your next zoo trip. See more information below.
Gift Shop Discount
Members recieve a 10% discount on all Gift Shop purchases
Restaurant Discounts
Members recieve a 10% discount on all restaurant purchases.
Other Discounts
Enjoy a 10% discount off your Conservation Carousel, Z.O.&O. Train, and SkyLark Ridge Ropes Course and Zip Line tickets.
South West Michigan Cultural Exchange
Explore more in the month of June! Binder Park Zoo members get FREE admission to 5 other community cultural organizations. See more information below.
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Individual Membership Plus:
Dual Membership Plus:
Family Membership
Starting at $135
One or two named adults living at the same address and up to six of their dependent children 18 years and under.
Family Membership Plus:
Interested in adding a Caregiver to your membership? Call (269) 979-1351.
Grandparent Membership
Starting at $135
One or two named adults living at the same address and their grandchildren 18 years and under.
Grandparent Membership Plus:
Interested in adding a Caregiver to your membership? Call (269) 979-1351.
Keeper's Club Membership
Starting at $200
Family OR Grandparent privileges plus…
- Two adult one-day admission passes for current season
- Binder Park Zoo tote bag
Curator's Club Membership
Starting at $300
Family OR Grandparent privileges plus…
- Three adult one-day admission passes for current season
- Binder Park Zoo tote bag
Directors Club Membership
Starting at $550
Family OR Grandparent privileges plus…
- Bring one guest with you every time you visit
- Binder Park Zoo tote bag
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AZA Reciprocal Zoo & Aquarium Program:
Your Binder Park Zoo membership offers the opportunity to visit other AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums across the country at a discounted rate
Important Things to Keep in Mind:
- You will be required to show proof of zoo or aquarium membership from your "Home Facility".
- Reciprocity applies to admission to the main facility during normal operating days and hours.
- The number of visitors admitted with a family membership may vary depending on the zoo or aquarium visited.
- Reciprocity may exclude special exhibits or events that require an additional fee.
- Reciprocity does not limit the number of visits to any participating zoo or aquarium.
- Please call each individual zoo/aquarium BEFORE your visit to confirm the latest details and restrictions.
How to read the AZA Zoo and Aquarium Reciprocity Chart:
- Refer to the 2026 AZA Reciprocal Admission Chart. Scroll through the list to locate the zoo or aquarium where you hold a membership.
- Locate the number in the Reciprocity column.
- Find the zoo or aquarium you would like to visit and locate their number in the Reciprocity column.
Refer to the table below to determine the available discount.
The Southwest Michigan Cultural Membership Exchange is a collaborative partnership between regional museums, attractions, and cultural institutions designed to give members more value and more places to explore. When you’re a member at one participating organization, you’ll receive special admission benefits at other participating cultural destinations throughout the region during the month of June.
Frequently Asked Questions
Thank you for your support and commitment to the zoo and our mission:
Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Connect people with nature. Inspire them to conserve.