SF Zoo Free Admission Day
San Francisco Zoo | Sloat Blvd. and The Great Highway, San Francisco, CA 94132
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SF Zoo Free Admission Day
The San Francisco Zoo, Northern California’s largest zoological park and conservation center, periodically offers free admission for San Francisco residents.
When is the next free zoo day for SF residents?
Next verified free days:
January 7, 2026
February 4, 2026
March 4, 2026
April 1, 2026
May 6, 2026
June 3, 2026
July 1, 2026
August 5, 2026
September 2, 2026
October 7, 2026
The free days are often the first or second Wednesday of the month. However, dates often announced on VERY short notice with as little as 24 hours in advance and sometimes months are skipped altogether. Check the calendar.
This urban oasis, nestled against the Pacific Ocean, provides a comfortable climate all year round. You’ll enjoy seeing the 250 different animal species in naturalistic surroundings, along with their many zoo activities and events.
San Francisco Zoo Free Day
Hours 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. – Last Entry 4 pm (time changes seasonally)
Great Highway, between Skyline and Sloat Boulevards, next to the Pacific Ocean.
FREE for SF residents only (valid ID required)> Arrive Early: Last admission to the Zoo on a free day is typically one hour before closing time
You must be a resident of San Francisco and bring one of the following:
- A valid driver’s license
- A valid identification card
- A utility, phone or other local bill that has your name and address, along with a current, valid photo I.D.
Parking in the main lot is $13. Free street parking is available along Sloat Blvd. A pedestrian drop-off area is located on Sloat Blvd. and 47th Avenue with a grand walkway leading directly to the main entrance.
2026 General Admission Prices
| Description | Weekdays | Weekends & Holidays |
|---|---|---|
| SF Zoo Members | Free | Free |
| Adult (12-64) | $29.00 | $31.00 |
| Seniors (65 and over) | $24.00 | $26.00 |
| Children (2-11) | $20.00 | $22.00 |
| Children (under 2) | Free | Free |
| Parking | $13.00 | $15.00 |
| Valet Parking | – | $25.00 |
2026 SF Resident Admission Prices
| Description | Weekdays | Weekends & Holidays |
|---|---|---|
| SF Zoo Members | Free | Free |
| Adult (12-64) | $26.00 | $28.00 |
| Seniors (65 and over) | $20.00 | $22.00 |
| Children (2-11) | $17.00 | $19.00 |
| Children (under 2) | Free | Free |
| Parking | $13.00 | $15.00 |
| Valet Parking | – | $25.00 |
Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.
Cost: FREE*
