Membership

Zoo Membership (Annual Pass)

Friends of the Zoo (FOZ) members are essential partners of Dickerson Park Zoo. FOZ members can take pride in knowing their local support helps protect animals around the world.

Sign up with a PassPlay Digital Membership Today!

Bye-Bye Paper. Hello Conservation.

Friends of the Zoo Membership is now digital. This move rewards our members and reduces our use of paper.

PassPlay is a digital membership card accessible on your Apple or Android wallet or through the PassPlay app.

Follow these easy steps to access your digital membership. Then, start visiting to gain rewards.

  1. Within a few days of purchasing or renewing your Friends of the Zoo membership, you will get an email invitation from PassPlay Account Services. Check your spam folder, and if you have not received your PassPlay invitation within 10 business days, please email info@dickersonparkzoo.org.
  2. Download the PassPlay app on Google play store or the iPhone app store.
  3. For iPhones: enter your membership information into the PassPlay app. For Android phones: click the link and your information; your member login information will autofill in the PassPlay app.
  4. Add your FOZ pass to your mobile wallet.
  5. When visiting Dickerson Park Zoo present your digital card from your mobile wallet or on the PassPlay app at the admission gate, along with your photo ID.

FOZ PassPlay Loyalty Program:

  1. Follow the steps above to download the PassPlay app and your digital FOZ membership card.
  2. Open the PassPlay app and select POINTS. You will see a list of current QR codes to scan along with their locations.
  3. Click SCAN QR CODE, your camera will open and scan to claim the points.
  4. Redeem your points for fabZOOlous prizes at the Safari Trading Company gift shop, Outback Cafe՚ and more.

If you have renewed your FOZ membership, please allow 10 business days for your expiration date to update on the PassPlay app.

FAQ’s About PassPlay:

What is the Loyalty Program and how do I participate?

Starting in 2025, Friends of the Zoo is moving to digital membership passes. On the PassPlay app, click EARN POINTS, scroll down for a list of current QR codes throughout Dickerson Park Zoo, click CLAIM POINTS, point your camera phone at the QR to scan and automatically earn points!

How do I earn points on PassPlay?

You earn every time you visit! Plus, look for QR codes located in different areas of the zoo; scan them to add points to your account. Purchases at the café’ and gift shop earn points; plus, watch for special events and opportunities to earn more. Point totals and rewards are viewable on your PassPlay digital membership.

How do I redeem my points on PassPlay?

The main screen on the PassPlay app will show you how many rewards you have earned. Click on REDEEM REWARDS to see all the fabZOOlous options. When you want to redeem your reward, click your reward and present the screen to a zoo staff member.

I can’t access the PassPlay Loyalty Program in the app, what should I do?

If you are a current FOZ member and having issues scanning the QR codes, log out of the PassPlay app, un-install the app, reinstall the app, and log back in to update.

I lost my FOZ digital pass, can I get another one?

Each membership card has a max of FIVE downloads. If you lose your card, go back to the original PassPlay email from PassPlay Account Services and download your card again. If you have reached your max downloads, email: info@dickersonparkzoo.org.

How do I get my free day passes?

The guest passes will be on the PassPlay app under rewards. The passes are for daily admission only and are not valid during special events.

I don’t have a smartphone, what do I do?

FOZ members who do not have a smartphone can use their membership receipt and photo ID for initial entry into DPZ. Please come to the zoo administration office (open M-F, 8 am to 5 pm) to get a paper copy for $5. Keep your receipt or paper pass with you to show if visiting reciprocal zoos or aquariums. Always call in advance to confirm if the zoo or aquarium is participating in the reciprocity program.

If you need further assistance, please call 417-833-1570 or email info@dickersonparkzoo.org.


Important information

If you join online and plan to visit before receiving your PassPlay invitation, please bring your receipt and photo ID as proof of membership purchase. ALL MEMBERSHIP HOLDERS MUST BE ADULTS. Children or grandchildren of the passholder will be listed, but the named pass holder must be 18+.

Zoo Membership Benefits

The following benefits are for all membership levels:

  • Free daily admission to the zoo for one year from date of purchase.
  • Half-off general admission for additional kids or guests per visit (discount may not be combined with any other coupons or offers.)
  • If purchasing a membership please note:
    Free admission passes will be added to your PassPlay account once activated.
  • Subscription to the zoo’s magazine WildTimes.
  • 10% discount at the Safari Trading Company and the Bush Country Café (20% discount for Pride Packs). (Must show PassPlay for discount.)
  • Discount on birthday parties and Wildlife Zooniversity classes and camps.
  • Discount on pre-purchased Titus Express Ride Pass.
  • Free or discounted admission to zoos and aquariums participating in AZA Reciprocity Program. Current Reciprocal List download a PDF of zoos and aquariums.
  • Multiple ways to earn PassPlay points for fabZOOlous rewards!
  • Unique and fun private events for members only!