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Honor Veterans Day For A Full Weekend At The Birmingham Zoo

Veterans, Active and Retired Military Plus Dependents Receive Free Admission

In honor of Veterans Day, all veterans, active and retired military and their dependents will receive FREE admission to the Birmingham Zoo on Saturday, November 9 until Monday, November 11. Guests must show proof of military service (military ID card, dependent ID card, or driver’s license with veteran’s designation).

While you’re here, guests can take a ride on the Red Diamond Express Train*, zip down the Full Moon Bar-B-Que Wild Slide*, and spin on the Protective Carousel*! Enjoy watching the Red Diamond Sea Lion Training and so much more! (*Rides are an additional cost)

Veterans Day Weekend at the Zoo offers something for everyone to enjoy! Get up-close to our resident lions during a special training demonstration at the Zoo’s Coca-Cola UNITED Predator Zone. Come and experience all the Zoo has to offer while creating memories that will last a lifetime!

Your Zoo also offers Military service members: active, retired, and their dependents a discount on Birmingham Zoo Memberships! Stop by our Membership Office for pricing, more information, and to purchase or renew your Military Family Membership!

The Birmingham Zoo is currently open daily from 9:00am until 4:00pm on Monday through Sunday.


Click here for Veterans Day press release.