Discover year-round adventure at the Ross Park Zoo! Located at 60 Morgan Road in Binghamton, Ross Park Zoo offers unique fun and discovery across the seasons. From Labor Day through June 30th, the Zoo is open Friday through Monday. You can enjoy daily animal viewing hours from 10am to 4pm, with the last admission at 3pm.
A Ross Park Zoo Membership is a unique, educational, and fun holiday gift that lasts long after the wrapping paper is tossed! It’s the perfect way to support our beloved Binghamton zoo while giving your family (and friends!) a ticket to year-round adventure and discovery.
Why a Zoo Membership is the Ultimate Holiday Gift:
A Ross Park Zoo membership unlocks incredible value and access, creating memories in every season:
- Year-Round Admission: Enjoy free admission to the Ross Park Zoo any time the gates are open.
- Cooler Weather Visits: The fall and winter months are a perfect time to see the majestic snow leopard enjoying the cooler weather and a fresh snowfall. Or, warm up while visiting the sloth in the New World Tropics building.
- Exclusive Experiences: Get to know the Ross Park Zoo's red pandas by participating in a Wild Encounter. You can also spend time watching the American red wolves in the heated Greenlight Networks Wolf Education Center.
- Member Perks & Discounts:
- Access to member-only nights and discounts to zoo special events
- Receive a 10% discount on merchandise in the Zoovenirs Gift Shop
- Receive free or reduced admission to participating reciprocal zoos, aquariums, and gardens across the United States.
- Enjoy $2 off admission to local favorites like The Discovery Center, Roberson Museum, Kopernik Observatory, and the Phelps Mansion Museum.
To purchase a gift membership or learn more about all the tiers, visit the Ross Park Zoo website at: rossparkzoo.org/membership.
GIVEAWAY! Win a One-Year Family and Friends Membership!
Want to experience this year-round adventure with your family for free? We're giving one lucky winner a One-Year Family and Friends Membership to the Ross Park Zoo, valued at $100!
December 18 UPDATE: Congratulations to the membership winner, Bethany F.!

Don't miss out! This membership allows the entire family, plus two guests, to visit the Zoo year-round.
This article and giveaway is sponsored by the Ross Park Zoo, a valued sponsor of Macaroni KID Binghamton. We appreciate your support in reviewing our sponsors' articles and hope that their offerings are useful for you and your family.
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