Join Zoo Knoxville’s Circle of Friends
Each Circle of Friends membership includes the opportunity for exclusive access + a complimentary family membership (a value of $185) for two adults and your children or grandchildren (age 18 and under):
Complimentary unlimited admission and parking year round
Discounts on additional guest tickets
Reduced or free admission to 130+ zoos and aquariums nationwide
Discounts on events (“BOO! At the Zoo” and “Zoo Camp”)
15% discount on concessions and merchandise at the Zoo Shop
Discounts on private events (birthday parties and facility rental)
Join Zoo Knoxville's Circle of Friends today and experience the inside world of Zoo Knoxville like never before.
Keeper – $300+
Benefits at this level:
- Membership and all Circle of Friends discounts +
- Invitations to private preview parties, special receptions, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and sneak peeks at new animals
- 2 general admissions tickets for your guests
- 10 complimentary carousel and train ride tokens
- Recognition in Zoo Knoxville publications
Curator – $600+
Benefits at this level:
- Membership and all Circle of Friends discounts +
- 1 behind-the-scenes animal encounter — your choice from Tier 1 options
- Invitations to private preview parties, special receptions, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and sneak peeks at new animals
- 4 general admissions tickets for your guests
- 20 complimentary carousel and train ride tokens
- Recognition in Zoo Knoxville publications
Steward – $1,200+
Benefits at this level:
- Membership and all Circle of Friends discounts +
- 1 behind-the-scenes animal encounter — your choice from Tier 1 & 2 options
- Invitations to private preview parties, special receptions, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and sneak peeks at new animals
- 8 general admissions tickets for your guests
- 40 complimentary carousel and train ride tokens
- Recognition in Zoo Knoxville publications
Protector – $3,000+
Benefits at this level:
- Membership and all Circle of Friends discounts +
- VIP limo cart excursion — you and up to 6 guests will experience the zoo in a unique and memorable way
- 2 behind-the-scenes animal encounters — your choice from Tier 1 & 2 options
- 2 family gift memberships for you to share with anyone you choose
- Invitations to private preview parties, special receptions, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and sneak peeks at new animals
- 20 general admissions tickets for your guests
- 50 complimentary carousel and train ride tokens
- Recognition in Zoo Knoxville publications
Guardian – $6,000+
Benefits at this level:
- Membership and all Circle of Friends discounts +
- VIP limo cart excursion — you and up to 6 guests will experience the zoo in a unique and memorable way
- 3 behind-the-scenes animal encounters — your choice from Tier 1 & 2 options
- 4 family gift memberships for you to share with anyone you choose
- Invitations to private preview parties, special receptions, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and sneak peeks at new animals
- 50 general admissions tickets for your guests
- 100 complimentary carousel and train ride tokens
- Recognition in Zoo Knoxville publications
Conservationist – $12,000+
Benefits at this level:
- Membership and all Circle of Friends discounts +
- VIP limo cart excursion — you and up to 6 guests will experience the zoo in a unique and memorable way
- 4 behind-the-scenes animal encounters — your choice from Tier 1 & 2 options
- 8 family gift memberships for you to share with anyone you choose
- Invitations to private preview parties, special receptions, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and sneak peeks at new animals
- 100 general admissions tickets for your guests
- Unlimited complimentary carousel and train ride tokens
- Recognition in Zoo Knoxville publications
Benefactor – $15,000+
Benefits at this level:
- Reserved parking spot in premium location
- Personal concierge to plan and schedule your curated day at the zoo
- Early morning access to zoo one hour before opening coordinated through concierge
- 100 general admissions tickets for your guests
- Unlimited complimentary carousel and train ride tokens
- 5 behind-the-scenes animal encounters — your choice from Tier 1 & 2 options
- Membership and all Circle of Friends discounts +
- 8 family gift memberships for you to share with anyone you choose
- VIP limo cart excursion — you and up to 6 guests will experience the zoo in a unique and memorable way
- Invitations to private preview parties, special receptions, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and sneak peeks at new animals
- Recognition in Zoo Knoxville publications
