NOTE: The video in this story is from an earlier report.
FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The Fresno Chaffee Zoo is changing its prices – and while most have gone up, some have actually gone down.
They have also implemented a new pricing system, including value days.
General admission has increased by $5 per adult and $4 per child on Fridays through Mondays, and $2 per adult and $1 per child on Tuesdays through Thursdays. Family membership has also increased by $5.
| General Admission | New Price (F-M) | New Price (T-Th) | Old Price |
| Fresno County Adult | $23.95 | $20.95 | $18.95 |
| Fresno County Child | $15.95 | $12.95 | $11.95 |
| Out of County Adult | $28.95 | $25.95 | $23.95 |
| Out of County Child | $20.95 | $17.95 | $16.95 |
Despite these increases, individual membership has actually gone down – by $25.
The hook? Each additional adult must also pay the full $75 payment; in 2024, a $25 discount was provided.
| Member Admission | New Price | Old Price |
| Individual Membership | $75 | $100 |
| Family Membership | $190 | $185 |
| Additional Adult | $75 | $50 |
| College Student | $50 | NA |
The zoo is also doing away with its plus and premium pricing; instead, they are offering the “total zoo experience,” which provides entrance to giraffe feeding and Stingray Bay. They say buying the package saves guests a total of $6.
| Total Zoo Experience | New Price (F-M) | New Price (T-Th) |
| Fresno County Adult | $28.95 | $25.95 |
| Fresno County Child | $20.95 | $17.95 |
| Out of County Adult | $33.95 | $30.95 |
| Out of County Child | $25.95 | $22.95 |
Price changes went into effect Jan. 1, 2026.
Families who receive SNAP benefits will only be charged $5 per person on Welcome Wednesdays.
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