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Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for wildly unique gifts? The L.A. Zoo has something for everyone on your list! Not only will you be giving amazing experiences, lasting memories, and a deeper connection to nature, you’ll also be supporting the Zoo and its mission to save wildlife, enrich our communities, and create connections to nature.

Give and Get Wild!

Chimp digging in an enrichment present box.

Give one of the most memorable gifts this season—and help support wildlife and conservation.  Your gift of Membership to the Los Angeles Zoo comes with “zoo-rific” benefits that include:  

  • FREE daytime admission to the L. A. Zoo—all year long! 
  • Members’ only entrance 
  • FREE or discounted admission to more than 170 zoos and aquariums—including 15 in California 
  • 10% discount at Zoo gift shops and concessions 
  • Member Appreciation Month (August)  
  • Digital Zooscape newsletter and the gorgeous, award-winning Zoo View  magazine 

By giving the gift of membership, you not only are giving a passport to a year filled with fun and adventure, but your membership helps to support your Zoo. 

Visit us at www.lazoo.org/membership to purchase your gift of adventure today! For a limited time, use coupon code 12412GGW at checkout and receive 10% off any membership level.* Offer expires on December 31, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.. 

To purchase a pre-paid gift certificate, please email us at membership@lazoo.org. 

*Cannot be combined with any other discounts. Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable. 

L.A. ZOO LIGHTS: ANIMALS AGLOW PRESENTED BY THE ANGELA COLLIER FOUNDATION—STARTING AT $18

This not-to-be-missed holiday adventure features all-new wildlife-inspired lantern displays, seasonal wonders, festive photo ops, interactive surprises, and more. Give the gift of lasting holiday memories to friends and loved ones. Guests can add to the fun with carousel rides, tasty treats, and glowing gifts and souvenirs available for purchase. 

Angela & Lulingu: Two Gorillas, A World Apart 

The L.A. Zoo’s superstar gorilla Angela, the youngest in her troop, is one of the stars of a bestselling children’s book. In Angela & Lulingu, readers will learn how two young gorillas—one in Los Angeles, the other in Africa—have inspired people around the world to care about gorillas and the future of their species. A portion of proceeds from the sale of the book will support the Gorilla Rehabilitation and Conservation Education (GRACE) Center in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. 

L.A. Zoo Lights Family New Year’s Eve—$79 to $95

A faily enjoying Family New Year's Eve at L.A. Zoo Lights

Treat the family to a spectacular celebration of the new year. Admission includes entry to L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow, dinner buffet, a carousel ride, dance party, and more. 

Safari Society—$1,500+ 

Looking for a greater degree of involvement in the L.A. Zoo, for yourself or loved ones? Then the Safari Society is perfect for you! Join the “inner circle” of Zoo supporters who enjoy special access to exhibits and programs, plus a range of customized activities, admission for you and your household 363 days a year, and other great benefits.