At the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to share the wonder of the animal world. A key part of our mission is to ensure that one wild experience is welcoming to all. Many programs and amenities are designed to make the Zoo and its programs accessible to our neighbors in southwestern Pennsylvania. These include:

Admission Discounts:

• OpporZOOnity Program – A modification of the 2023-2024 “Museums for All” program, the new OpporZOOnity Program, launching February 2025, provides affordable admission for residents of select counties who meet eligibility requirements. This new program will streamline the admission process, as well as alert you about other discounted Zoo opportunities. You must apply prior to your visit online only with a valid EBT card and a government-issued photo ID. For program details and to apply, please visit Plan Your Visit – Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium.

• Regional Asset District Summer Staycation – A limited number of free Zoo admissions may be booked with a valid Allegheny County Library Card through this summer program, which was immensely popular last year and is expected to return in summer 2025.

• Zoo Campership – To make our award-winning Zoo Camp accessible to campers who otherwise could not afford to attend, scholarships are available to cover the cost of registration, before-and-after camp care, a transportation stipend, and daily lunch.

• Ticket Donations – The Zoo often provides qualifying non-profit organizations with two complimentary tickets for the purpose of fundraising activities. There are a limited number of tickets available, so it is not always possible to honor every request. A donation form is available at Ticket Donation Request – Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium (article continues below ⇓)