Membership
Memberships Go Far Beyond Zoo Admission
There are numerous advantages and benefits when you have a membership at Great Plains Zoo in Sioux Falls, SD. Of course, there’s the year-round fun for the family and the convenience of enjoying the zoo for an hour, an afternoon, or an entire day — whatever works for you. But zoo memberships offer discounted admission to special events, food and beverage savings, deals on tickets for friends, and more. Most importantly, your membership plays a critical role in enabling us to continue with our conservation projects in our community and around the globe.
Whether you purchase a membership or renew one here on our website or in person at the zoo, it can be used immediately. All the perks and benefits are available to you right away, including reciprocal memberships at other AZA zoos around the country. Browse the membership options below and choose the one that includes the perks that are important to you.
Membership Types
AZA Reciprocal Admissions Program
By becoming a member of your Great Plains Zoo, an Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) accredited organization, you can gain access to discounted admissions to other AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums that choose to participate in the Reciprocal Admissions Program.
Membership Levels & Benefits
Standard
Admission:
Year-Round Admission w/ Blackout DatesEvent Admissions:
Members Only SavingsParking:
IncludedFood & Beverage:
10% DiscountRetail:
10% DiscountEducation Programs:
Members Only SavingsFriends & Family:
15% off Additional TicketsButterfly House & Aquarium:
No Additional BenefitsVisit Other AZA Zoos w/ Reciprocal Program:
IncludedGold
Admission:
Unlimited Year-Round Admission to GPZEvent Admissions:
IncludedParking:
IncludedFood & Beverage:
15% DiscountRetail:
15% DiscountEducation Programs:
Members Only SavingsFriends & Family:
1 Free Guest per Visit + 15% off Additional TicketsButterfly House & Aquarium:
No Additional BenefitsVisit Other AZA Zoos w/ Reciprocal Program:
IncludedMonarch
Admission:
Unlimited Year-Round Admission to GPZ and BHAEvent Admissions:
IncludedParking:
IncludedFood & Beverage:
15% DiscountRetail:
15% Discount at GPZ & 20% at BHAEducation Programs:
Members Only SavingsFriends & Family:
1 Free Guest per Visit + 15% off Additional Tickets & $1 off at BHAButterfly House & Aquarium:
1 Free Butterfly Feeder Every SundayVisit Other AZA Zoos w/ Reciprocal Program:
Included