March BOGO Madness!

Fri Mar 6 11:14:12 PST 2026

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NEWS TO KNOW
Buy One/Get One through the Month of March!
https://www.sfzoo.org/studentpromo/

High school and college students can visit SF Zoo during the month of March and bring a friend for free!

This BOGO is valid now through the end of March! This is a great time for a day trip with friends. Get some fun videos for social, see some of our amazing animals, and stretch your legs after a long week at school. You might even want to treat your date to a fun adventure!

You can purchase your BOGO ticket online (https://www.sfzoo.org/?keyword=MarchPromotional) or at the ticket window with your student ID.

When purchasing your ticket online (https://www.sfzoo.org/?keyword=MarchPromotional) , select a student admission ticket for any date in March, add it to your cart, and the additional ticket should automatically appear in your cart.

Please note that students 14 and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult.
Learn More (https://www.sfzoo.org/studentpromo/)
Parents Press Best of 2026!

https://parentspress.com/best-of-parents-press-san-francisco-marin-and-north-bay-counties/#//

Support SF Zoo by voting for us in Parents Press Best of 2026!

Parents Press is a long-time, go-to publication for parents and families in the San Francisco Bay Area. Each year they present their Best of Readers Choice Awards that are determined entirely by public nominations and votes across several regions.

Nominate SF Zoo now through early April! Click the button below and select the box for Fun & Attractions to write in the Zoo's name. You will have to register by adding your email address. In mid-April, the top nominees from this first round will be placed on an official ballot, at which time you can then vote for your favorites from this list of finalists.

Thanks to you, we have been honored to win a Best of over the last few years! Please vote for San Francisco Zoo & Gardens. We appreciate it!
Vote for SF Zoo! (https://parentspress.com/best-of-parents-press-san-francisco-marin-and-north-bay-counties/#//)
Zoo Hours Changing
Get ready to spring forward this Sunday with the start of Daylight Saving Time! This also means that daily Zoo hours will revert back to 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., which will commence on Sunday, March 8.
CONSERVATION
World Wolverine Day

The first-ever World Wolverine Day is Tuesday, March 10, spearheaded by the Carnivore Conservation Compendium, to focus on the ecological needs and the threats this species faces. Although wolverines are listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, as an indicator species of ecosystem health, particularly high-altitude, snowy landscapes, they are ideal indicators for climate change impacts.

On Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., you can visit a special conservation pop-up table at the wolverine habitat by Komodo Crossing to learn about the need for conservation of this species, especially in the U.S., its significance, how climate ties into their survival, and what we can do to help the largest terrestrial mustelid.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Neurodiversity Celebration Week

A visit to the Zoo can sometimes be perceived as a place of serenity, or a chance to get away from the daily “noise.” But for some individuals, sudden shrieks, like the territorial calls emitted by black-and-white ruffed lemurs or the unexpected roaring by African lions, may lead to anxiety or discomfort.

We have been working to accommodate those with heightened sensitivities, who might need less social interaction or other challenges that neurodiverse individuals might face. From Tuesday, March 17 through Monday, March 23, we will host our first Neurodiversity Celebration Week, in tandem with the nationally recognized week, and host a dedicated day featuring information tables on Saturday, March 21.

As part of the ongoing program, we will have available a downloadable sensory guide to allow users to better navigate their visit. The guide offers helpful tips about different animal areas, and locations to take a breather away from the crowds. Since last year, we have also offered a complimentary "sensory bag," which can be checked out at the Membership Office. The sensory bag provides headphones, a communication card, and a variety of fidgets which serve as a calming effect to help manage sensory overload.

During Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we are offering early admission for members of the neurodiverse community. On Tuesday, March 17, in collaboration with James S. Brady Therapeutic Riding, the on-site equine-assisted therapy program, you can learn about their important work and meet some of their rescued horses and ponies. They will also have an information table on Saturday, March 21, along with other organizations. (Photo courtesy of James S. Brady Therapeutic Riding.)
CAMPS & CLASSES
Register Now for Summer Zoo Camp!
https://www.sfzoo.org/conservation-camp/

We've extended the deadline for Summer Zoo Camp (https://www.sfzoo.org/conservation-camp/)  registration until March 15, our most popular camp program!

Each week-long session offers kids Pre-K through 6th grade unique wildlife-themed programs, featuring hands-on activities, learning opportunities, and outdoor fun to get your kids' creative juices flowing and open their eyes to the wonders of nature! We believe that by growing up connected with nature, children will likely continue to inquire, explore, and work to protect our natural world.

Camp families can sign up for one or two weeks of animal/habitat exploration and activities, learning about animals, their habitats and ecosystems, plus science and play! Campers are grouped by grade level and experience the Zoo in small groups.

New for 2026—Early Bird Member Discount Rates!

Double your discount by signing up now through March 15 for the Early Bird Member Discount Rate.

Early Bird Discount: $100 off - Full Day Camps, Kinder through 6th Grade
Early Bird Discount: $50 off - Half-Day Camps, PreK only

Special rate expires: Sunday, March 15, 2026
Early Bird Member Code: EBMEM26
See our website  (https://www.sfzoo.org/conservation-camp/) for regular Member Discounts and Codes.
MEMBER NEWS
Free Screening: THE POUT-POUT FISH
https://gofobo.com/POUTPOUTSFZOO

We’re making a splash with our friends at Viva Films to bring Zoo members a special giveaway for the upcoming family film THE POUT-POUT FISH!

Zoo members can receive a 4-pack of passes to an advance screening on Saturday, March 7 at AMC Kabuki — the perfect outing for the whole family.

Redeem your passes here: https://gofobo.com/POUTPOUTSFZOO

Don’t wait — passes are available while supplies last. We hope to sea you there!

About the Film

The Pout-Pout Fish is the hilarious and heartwarming story of an unlikely duo: Mr. Fish (Offerman) a pouty introvert and Pip (Oyama) an energetic sea dragon, who embark on a daunting quest to find a legendary fish to grant their wish to save their homes.

If you can’t make the advance screening, you can still join the fun! Visit Viva Films’ website to purchase tickets for opening weekend HERE (https://www.vivafilmco.com/ourfilms/thepoutpoutfish?utm_source=chatgpt.com) . (https://www.vivafilmco.com/ourfilms/thepoutpoutfish?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

Get ready for laughs, adventure, and an ocean full of heart — we can’t wait for you to experience it!
SUPPORT
Deadline Extended!
https://www.sfzoo.org/brick-tile-fundraiser/
Celebrate life's moments and be part of SF Zoo's history with the purchase of a personalized marker!

Our beautifully crafted clay bricks and tiles are the perfect way to memorialize a beloved family member or animal, congratulate new parents, celebrate achievements or birthdays, or share appreciation for someone special.

Your customized brick or tile will be installed permanently on Zoo grounds and supports our wildlife education and conservation programs. The deadline to order has been extended two weeks to March 15, 2026.

Purchase Yours Today (https://www.sfzoo.org/brick-tile-fundraiser/)
New Dine & Donate Program
https://www.gasparespizzeria.com/
We are excited to announce our new Dine & Donate program, where you can support SF Zoo just by patronizing local restaurants!

When you visit Gaspare's Pizza House & Italian Restaurant in San Francisco from Monday, March 23 through Friday, March 27, 20 percent of all sales will benefit the Zoo when you mention SF Zoo's Dine & Donate program. This program is valid only for dine-in and pick-up to-go orders, and not valid for delivery orders. You can order online at g (https://www.gasparespizzeria.com/) asparespizzeria.com (https://www.gasparespizzeria.com/) https://www.gasparespizzeria.com/for your to-go pick-up orders, valid only at their 5546 Geary Street location.

Gaspare's Pizza House & Italian Restaurant is a family-owned favorite since 1985 serving homestyle cooking in a romantic setting and ambiance! Have a pizza pie and support the Zoo!
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