All ZOOfriends, 12-month memberships can be purchased at up to 17% off only at Mathis Home, OKC location, through July 31, 2025.

 

The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden, in partnership with long-time supporter Mathis Home, is excited to connect Oklahomans to wildlife and wild places with an exclusive sale on its ZOOfriends memberships.

For a limited time, Mathis Home is selling every level of ZOOfriends 12-month memberships at significant discounts and will contribute a large portion of that discount back to the Oklahoma City Zoo.  Oklahomans can purchase a Passport for 1, regularly $60, for just $51. The Zoo’s most popular Passport for 4, regularly $149, is on sale for $124, a $25 savings. As a wild bonus, Mathis Home is providing a free plush animal with the purchase of every membership along with exclusive perks for Mathis Rewards Members.

The ZOOfriends membership sale runs Friday, June 27 through Thursday, July 31, 2025, and all memberships must be purchased in-person at Mathis Home’s Oklahoma City location at 3434 W Reno Avenue. Membership purchases are limited to two memberships per customer.

“We’re incredibly grateful for the support and generosity of Mathis Home for hosting this value-driven promotion which makes the OKC Zoo more accessible for Oklahomans,” said OKC Zoo’s Executive Director/CEO, Dwight Lawson. “ZOOfriends memberships are a fantastic way to experience more of the Zoo all year long while building a deeper appreciation for the natural world.”

“As a family-owned company and as Oklahoma City natives, the Mathis family believes in supporting the organizations that make our city a great place to live,” said Rit Mathis, CEO, Mathis Home. “The OKC Zoo is a cherished part of Oklahoma City, and Mathis Home is proud to partner with an organization that brings joy, connection, and lasting memories to so many.”

A ZOOfriends membership is a passport to adventure providing unlimited general admission to the OKC Zoo visits for 12 months from date of activation. Imagine endless days of fun and discovery while seeing the Zoo’s wondrous wildlife and exploring world-class habitats including the latest and largest expansion to open, Expedition Africa, Sanctuary Asia, Oklahoma Trails, and Great EscApe. Members also receive discounts on unique experiences and tickets for favorite events including Oklahoma’s largest trick-or-treating event, Haunt the Zoo and popular winter holiday experience, OKC ZOO SAFARI LIGHTS. 

Along with unlimited Zoo visits, members can take advantage of these additional perks:

  • Free general admission to the OKC Zoo for 12 months from date of activation.
  • Members only entrance.
  • Electronic membership cards for your convenience.
  • Discount admission to hundreds of zoos and aquariums accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
  • Discounts on Wild Encounters, VIP tours and on special events like Haunt the Zoo, OKC ZOO SAFARI LIGHTS, Sip & Stroll, ZOObrew and many more.
  • 10% discounts on concession purchases and non-sale merchandise purchases.
  • Early hours access to the park in the summer season.
  • Discounts on summer camps and education classes.
  • A limited-edition, annual ZOOfriends car magnet, while supplies last!

 

Give the gift of a membership to family and friends. Customers can purchase a maximum of two memberships during this sale at Mathis Home. All memberships must be activated in-person at the Oklahoma City Zoo by Sunday, October 5, 2025. For additional details about the OKC Zoo and Mathis Home membership sale visit www.okczoo.org/mathis.

The Oklahoma City Zoo’s regular daytime hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily with the last entry at 4 p.m. Now through Labor Day, ZOOfriends members can enter early at 8:30 a.m. to beat the heat. Avoid the entry lines and purchase advance Zoo admission tickets online at okczoo.org/tickets. Located at the crossroads of I-44 and I-35, the OKC Zoo is a proud member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the American Alliance of Museums, and Oklahoma City’s Adventure District.

Stay connected with the Zoo on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Bluesky, Linktree and TikTok, and by visiting our blog stories. Zoo more with a ZOOfriends membership! As a ZOOfriends member of the Oklahoma City Zoo, enjoy free admission for 12-months, plus additional benefits and discounts. You will also be supporting the Zoo’s animal family, education programming, and conservation initiatives both locally and globally. Join or renew today at www.okczoo.org/membership.