Change Your Ways to Receive Free Zoo Admission on Groundhog Day!

Fri Jan 31 08:08:16 PST 2025

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UPCOMING EVENTS
Change Your Ways to Receive Free Zoo Admission on Groundhog Day!
Groundhog Day isn’t just about the superstition that a groundhog seeing its shadow will determine how long winter will last. It’s also a metaphor that refers to events or actions that recur over and over. Hence, it’s about making changes in your life, often for the better.

On Sunday, February 2 – Groundhog Day – we invite you to make a change in your life, however big or small, such as riding a bike instead of driving, or avoid single-use plastic. As a thank you, visit San Francisco Zoo & Gardens that day and receive free admission! One small change can make a difference.

Please visit our website (https://www.sfzoo.org/groundhog-day/) to see the different ways you can make changes in the way you live each day. Every little bit helps our world become a better place for future generations.

To receive free admission on Feb. 2, please stop by Entry Village to sign our pledge board.

Happy Groundhog Day!
February is Member Appreciation Month!
We kick off our Member Appreciation Month this weekend! Follow our schedule below to take advantage of weekly offers, from free carousel rides to hot chocolate! To be eligible for these offers, please have proof of Membership available.
* Week 1 (Feb 1–7): Unlimited free Carousel rides
* Week 2 (Feb 8–14): Free coffee & hot chocolate at Lemur Café (one each per visit)
* Week 3 (Feb 15–21): Free tote bag at gift shop (one per membership)
* Week 4: (Feb 22–28): One free non-member guest per visit

Thank you for being a Zoo Member and if you’re interested in becoming one, you can sign up online (https://www.sfzoo.org/become-a-member/) !
Senior Morning
Our next Senior Mornings Guided Tour will take place on Thursday, February 6 at 9 a.m. This guided walking tour is geared specifically to guests 65 and over and is free for Senior level Members. Non-members pay just $10 and parking is included.

Be sure to mark your calendars for the first Thursday of each month for Senior Mornings and get exclusive one-on-one time with a Docent guide who will show you some of our newest animal residents and answer your questions!
Tickets Available at the Zoo’s tickets windows.
Clothing Drive to Benefit St. Anthony’s
We are partnering with St. Anthony’s Foundation from February 5 thru March 13 to help collect new and gently-used clothing for their free clothing program. Drop off your donations to our Entry Village, located at the main entrance of the Zoo. This program provides clothing to individuals and families experiencing homelessness and poverty.

Accepted items include casual wear, warm clothes, business attire, children’s clothing and in particular men’s socks, shoes, jackets, pants and shirts. According to St. Anthony’s website (https://www.stanthonysf.org/services/clothing/) , items should be clean and in good condition.

Congratulations to St. Anthony’s Foundation on their 75th anniversary, whose commitment and compassion to our community is incomparable.
NEWS TO KNOW
Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
Let’s see…you’ve given your sweetheart chocolates, flowers and jewelry on Valentine’s Day. How about something different this year - really different! Check out what we have to offer, whether it is for your honey, a Galentine, or co-worker!

Woo at the Zoo Valentine’s Brunch
Saturday, February 15, 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon. This adults-only multi-media presentation offers an informative, tongue-in-cheek take on the birds and the bees. Tickets (https://www.sfzoo.org/special-programs/) include champagne and brunch, free parking, plus admission to the Zoo. Tickets are $65 for Zoo Members and $75 for non-members. Advance purchases and reservations are required.

Adopt-An-Animal Bear Hug
Gift a limited edition Adopt-An-Animal with a “bear hug” from you. For a special price of just $49.95, this special includes a plush bear, adoption certificate, fun facts, a rubber bracelet and a box of conversation heart candies. To receive the Valentine’s Adopt-An-Animal special prior to Valentine’s Day, order online here (https://www.sfzoo.org/adopt-an-animal-limited-edition/) no later than February 4, 2025 to ensure delivery of your package. On Friday and Saturday, February 14 & 15, you can also visit the Zoo and purchase a pre-made Adopt-An-Animal Valentine’s Day box from our Membership Office (while supplies last).

Gift Membership
A gift membership is the ultimate gift providing your loved one with an entire year’s worth of Zoo visits! Memberships includes special discounts, exclusive access to special events, previews and more! Gift memberships (https://www.sfzoo.org/membership/) are available for all membership tiers, including our Guardian Membership tier, and become active when the gift recipient redeems the gift at the ticket window or by emailing membership at sfzoo.org.

Zen at the Zoo
Give the gift of yoga to your loved one! You can order a yoga session for our Zen at the Zoo series for a number of 2025 dates. At just $25 per session, your recipient will love performing yoga in the middle of the African Savanna, surrounded by giraffe and zebra – the ultimate zen! Learn more here (https://www.sfzoo.org/special-programs/) .
New Online Store is Now Open!
Introducing our new online shop where you can purchase a variety of Zoo merchandise from the convenience of your mobile or desktop device! Among the items available are apparel and ball caps, water bottles and mugs from our popular collections that include a fun, San Francisco-inspired custom graphic featuring the Golden Gate Bridge, a cable car and the famous “Painted Ladies” Victorian houses alongside Zoo animals, the SF Zoo Logo Collection and Panda-monium, featuring adorable Giant pandas!

In addition, find unique plush animals in different sizes, souvenir keepsake items such as shot glasses and candles, plus home goods and décor.

Products are eco-friendly and each purchase helps support our conservation and education programs, a great way to give back. Browse our shop (https://shop.sfzoo.org/) .
Single Sessions Available for Little Learners Virtual Program!
Our winter session of the free Little Learners Virtual Program is currently underway but you can still get in on the fun by registering for single sessions through March 1st. Learn the A, B, C’s of our Zoo animals, hosted “live” from our Little Learners Cabin and accessed through Zoom on Thursdays and Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The Little Learners program offers fun facts and connections to science geared to kids ages 2½ to 4 and follows the education frameworks and recommendations for early learners under age 5. Each program will include a featured animal (for example, “A is for armadillo”) and toddlers and caregivers will be able to learn and play along during the 30-minute sessions.

Sessions are offered twice-weekly. Learn more (https://www.sfzoo.org/zoo-camp/) and register here (https://www.sfzoo.org/zoo-camp/) .
San Francisco Zoo & Gardens connects all people with wildlife, inspires caring for nature and advances conservation action.

The Zoo is located at Sloat Blvd. & Great Highway

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