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Memberships
Membership includes:
  • Unlimited Free Admission to the Zoo for one year.
  • 15% off the total Aramark catering bill for events hosted at Turtle Back Zoo, Codey Arena, or Verona Boathouse (some restrictions may apply).
  • 15% off any purchase inside Savanna Café during the months of April and October, as part of Aramark's Member Appreciation Months.
  • 15% discount at the Turtle Back Zoo Gift Shop.
  • 15% discount for education programs (camps excluded).
  • Early registration for select educational programming.
  • Exclusive exhibit previews and members-only events including Meet the Keepers, Member Mornings and Member Late Nights.
  • Early registration and discounts on Zoological Society of New Jersey events, including Brew at the Zoo and New Exhibit Grand Opening Celebrations.
  • Reciprocal privileges with more than 110 affiliated zoos and aquariums across the country.
  • Free subscription to the Society's newsletters, Zoo News and Turtle Talk.
  • Discounts and offers from our business partners.
FAQs are in the Customer Service Link at the bottom of the page.

Individual
Price: $120.00
Good for ONE Named Adult ONLY.

 

****Student/Senior****
Price: $75.00
Student and Senior memberships can only be purchased in person at the zoo as ID needs to be verified for the discounted rate. 

Individual Plus One
Price: $145.00
Two Named Adults or One Named Adult and One Child.

Family
Price: $170.00
Two Named Adults and up to Four Children.

Family Plus Caregiver
Price: $190.00
Two Named Adults, up to Four Children, and One Unnamed Adult (caregiver, family member, guest, etc.).

Supporting
Price: $225.00
Two Named Adults, up to Six Children, and up to Two Guests per visit.

Membership includes everything mentioned above, plus:
  • Reusable Tote
  • Printed Animal Art Greeting Cards

All memberships are subject to entry requirements made by the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. The full list of entry requirements are listed here.
 
Paint. Sip. Safari.
Guests will enjoy this evening event after hours, creating memories and a painting of one of our wild animals! Funds raised at Paint. Sip. Safari. support the Zoological Society of New Jersey's commitment to the Turtle Back Zoo's education and conservation initiatives.

Only guests aged 21 and over will be permitted.

All guests must have a valid ID and possess a valid ticket.

All sales are final. In the event of inclement weather, patrons and vendors will be able to access indoor space.


General Admission Ticket
Regular Price: $95.00
Member Price: $85.00
Session Sip. Paint. Safari: Saturday, September 28, 2024 5:30PM - 7:30PM CLOSED

 
Premium Memberships
Membership includes:
  • Unlimited Free Admission to the Zoo for one year.
  • 15% off the total Aramark catering bill for events hosted at Turtle Back Zoo, Codey Arena, or Verona Boathouse (some restrictions may apply).
  • 15% off any purchase inside Savanna Café during the months of April and October, as part of Aramark's Member Appreciation Months.
  • 15% discount at the Turtle Back Zoo Gift Shop.
  • 15% discount for education programs (camps excluded).
  • Early registration for select educational programming.
  • Exclusive exhibit previews and members-only events including Meet the Keepers, Member Mornings and Member Late Nights.
  • Early registration and discounts on Zoological Society of New Jersey events, including Brew at the Zoo and New Exhibit Grand Opening Celebrations.
  • Reciprocal privileges with more than 110 affiliated zoos and aquariums across the country; free subscription to the Society's newsletters, Zoo News and Turtle Talk.
  • Discounts and offers from our business partners.

Supporting
Price: $225.00
Two Named Adults, up to Six Children, and up to Two Guests per visit.

Membership includes everything mentioned above, plus:
  • Reusable Tote
  • Printed Animal Art Greeting Cards

Patron
Price: $500.00
Two Named Adults, up to Six Children, and up to Four Guests per visit.

Membership includes everything mentioned above plus:
  • Reusable Tote
  • Printed Animal Art Greeting Cards
  • Reusable Water Bottle
  • Walking Tour

Benefactor
Price: $1,000.00
Two Named Adults, up to Six Children, and up to Four Guests per visit.

Membership includes everything mentioned above, plus:
  • Reusable Tote
  • Printed Animal Art Greeting Cards
  • Reusable Water Bottle
  • Behind-The Scenes Tour
  • Authentic Animal Art

All memberships are subject to entry requirements made by the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. The full list of entry requirements are listed here.

NOTE: If you opted into the Go Green program, keep your existing card and/or the attached digital pass for your reference.
 
Gift Memberships

Essex County Turtle Back Zoo membership makes a perfect gift. The Zoological Society of New Jersey has a variety of membership levels available, so there's sure to be a level that's perfect for that special person or family on your list. Zoo membership is the gift experience that keeps giving all year long!

Please Note: The email address you enter will be the one to receive the gift certificate along with the purchase confirmation. Please make sure it is a valid email address, and only enter the recipient's email address if you don't mind the recipient receiving the receipt with the purchase price on it.

New this year - Gift Recipients choose when to redeem the certificate to start their membership!!


Individual
Price: $120.00
One Named Adult.
 

Individual Plus One
Price: $145.00
Two Named Adults or One Named Adult and One Child.

Family
Price: $170.00
Two Named Adults and up to Four Children.

Family Plus One
Price: $190.00
Two Named Adults, up to Four Children, and One Unnamed Adult.

Supporting
Price: $225.00
Two Named Adults, up to Six Children, and up to Two Guests per visit


 

Patron
Price: $500.00
Two Named Adults, up to Six Children, and up to Four Guests per visit

 

Benefactor
Price: $1,000.00
Two Named Adults, up to Six Children, and up to Four Guests per visit.
 

 
Adoptions

From the 1,000 pound bull bison to the tiniest baby turtle, all of the animals at Turtle Back Zoo are supported by our Guardian of Wildlife Adopt-an-Animal Program. Make a difference by symbolically adopting one of the Zoo's many available species.

When you become a Guardian of Wildlife, your tax-deductible gift will strengthen our mission to conserve, educate, and inspire. Proceeds support animal welfare and enrichment activities within the Zoo.

Adopt one of our animals and become a Guardian of Wildlife today by picking a tier below!


Conservationist
Regular Price: $50.00
Member Price: $45.00
  • Photo of Animal (digital copy)
  • Personalized Certificate (digital copy)
  • Animal Fact Sheet (digital copy)

Advocate
Regular Price: $75.00
Member Price: $67.50
  • Photo of Animal (digital copy)
  • Personalized Certificate (digital copy)
  • Animal Fact Sheet (digital copy)
  • Vinyl Sticker

Enthusiast
Regular Price: $100.00
Member Price: $90.00
  • Photo of Animal (digital AND high quality physical copy)
  • Personalized Certificate (digital AND high quality physical copy)
  • Animal Fact Sheet (digital AND high quality physical copy)
  • Vinyl Sticker
  • Name on Digital Board inside the Zoo

Guardian
Regular Price: $200.00
Member Price: $180.00
  • Photo of Animal (digital AND high quality physical copy)
  • Personalized Certificate (digital AND high quality physical copy)
  • Animal Fact Sheet (digital AND high quality physical copy)
  • Vinyl Sticker
  • Name on Digital Board inside the Zoo
  • Authentic Animal Art*

*animal type subject to availability

 
Donations

The Zoological Society of New Jersey supports the Essex County Turtle Back Zoo. We appreciate your generosity in strengthening our shared commitment to conservation, education, and inspiration.

Consider your donation as a way to help grow and develop the Zoo by providing funding for new habitat design and construction, general zoo improvements, and conservation programs.

To make a donation in honor or in remembrance of someone, please follow this link.


Annual Appeal
 

Wildlife Conservation
 
Donating here ensures your contribution goes directly to Wildlife Conservation efforts. 

Animal Welfare
 
Donating here ensures your contribution goes directly to Animal Welfare and Enrichment.

 
Late Nights at the Zoo!
Admission to this event is FREE FOR MEMBERS!  
You must have a valid photo ID and membership for member entry. Have any questions or concerns? Please email membership@zoologicalsocietyofnj.org or call 973-731-500 x241. Not a member? Visit www.zoologicalsocietyofnj.org/join to learn more.

Fall Fest Adult Ticket
Regular Price: $25.00
Member Price: $0.00

Join us on Saturday, October 26 for Fall Fest at Turtle Back Zoo. Bring your family and friends to stroll the zoo, while enjoying specialty brews - coffee and beers, festive music and fun fall activities.

EVENT TIME: 5:30pm - 8pm 
MEMBERS FREE
$25 for non member adult 
$15 for non member child

Session Fall Fest Adult Ticket: Saturday, October 26, 2024 5:30PM - 8:00PM OPEN

Fall Fest Child Ticket
Regular Price: $15.00
Member Price: $0.00

Join us on Saturday, October 26 for Fall Fest at Turtle Back Zoo. Bring your family and friends to stroll the zoo, while enjoying specialty brews - coffee and beersfestive music and fun fall activities.

EVENT TIME: 5:30pm - 8pm 
MEMBERS FREE
$25 for non member adult 
$15 for non member child


 


 
 


 

 
Member Mornings

 

Join us at 9am on August 12th for some stretching, sun salutations and good vibes with the incredible Yoga Mechanics

Please register today as space is limited! 

Current Zoo Members get exclusive access to the Zoo one hour early!

 

About YOGA MECHANICS: We start from the premise that Yoga should be accessible and relevant. Yoga Mechanics teaches alignment yoga based on the foundations of anatomy and biomechanics. Each class is approachable and challenging all in one. We aim to educate you about your body and empower you through action. Our classes are woven with rich and contemplative content that draws you deeper into the physical practice. We hold a healthy space for you to consider your body and mind through a physical practice.

Practice through it all. The application for EACH individual WILL be different. Our staff is highly trained to facilitate movement in your body, encouraging both strength and flexibility. Health begins one movement at a time. Let's do it. https://www.yogamechanics.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw-5y1BhC-ARIsAAM_oKlbN2YH383L7ljlpEZDk2nOCH4QEWfI6ZVPhPanyIeMtCm6FD5nrtsaAjrtEALw_wcB


Member Mornings
Regular Price: $0.00
Member Price: $0.00
Session Member Mornings with Yoga Mechanics: Monday, August 12, 2024 9:00AM - 10:00AM CLOSED

 
Donor Wall

Donor Wall
 
Contributing to the Donor Wall at Essex County Turtle Back Zoo is a great way to support conservation, education, and inspiration! Dimensions for donor wall plaque measure 3"w x 1.5"h. For more information, please call 973-731-5800 ext. 241.