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Wild adventures begin with Riverbanks membership!

Join the pack and receive free admission to the Zoo and Garden every day for an entire year, guest passes, discounts and a whole lot more. Plus, your membership contribution will help support our education and conservation programs, helping to make your Zoo and Garden the premier family choice for education and recreation in the Southeast.

Join Riverbanks today – Just Zoo It! It’s the best family entertainment value around.


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JOIN OR RENEW TODAY, VISIT TODAY:

No matter how or where you join or renew, your membership card will be available at the ticket booth on your next visit to the Zoo. All of your membership information, benefits and guest passes will be stored on a new, barcoded membership card, which will be yours, permanently. Simply join—or renew—online, at the gate or in the mail, and your permanent membership card will be activated—or reactivated—on your next trip to the Zoo. Then, just show your card at the turnstile each time you visit for a speedy entry experience!

Questions? Call 803.779.8717 x1111 between Monday-Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, or email societyinfo@riverbanks.org.

BENEFITS & PRICING:
All memberships include the following Primary Benefits:
Free admission everyday.
Free guest passes (each guest pass is a $11.75 value).
Free or discounted admission to more than 100 participating zoos and aquariums across the country. Learn more about reciprocal admission privileges.
Free subscription to Riverbanks magazine.
Timely and informative email updates.
10% discount in Zoo and Garden gift shops.
Discounted rates off special event admission.
Discounts off education adventures, including overnights and day camps.
Free admission to Members’ Night Out.
Choose the plan that fits you best! (click each plan level for benefits information)
+ Individual - $49
One named adult
Four free guest passes
One free visit to Lights Before Christmas
Primary benefits
+ Individual Plus - $69
One named adult
One guest anytime
Six free guest passes
One free visit to Lights Before Christmas
Primary benefits
+ Individual Explorer - $109
One named adult
One guest anytime
Six free guest passes
One free visit to Lights Before Christmas
Primary benefits
**PLUS**
Unlimited free rides and attractions all year long (guest passes do not apply; Sky-High Safari not included)
+ Family OR Grandparent - $79
Two named adults
Children 18 and under living in household OR Grandchildren 18 and under
Six free guest passes
One free visit to Lights Before Christmas
Primary benefits
+ Family Plus - $94
Two named adults
Children 18 and under living in household
Grandchildren 18 and under
Twelve free guest passes
Primary benefits
**PLUS**
Unlimited free visits to Lights Before Christmas
+ BEST VALUE - Family Explorer - $159
Two named adults
Children 18 and under living in household
Grandchildren 18 and under
Twelve free guest passes
Primary benefits
**PLUS**
Unlimited free visits to Lights Before Christmas
Unlimited free rides and attractions all year long (guest passes do not apply; Sky-High Safari not included)
+ Patron - $185
Two named adults
One guest anytime
Children 18 and under living in household
Grandchildren 18 and under
Twelve free guest passes
Primary benefits
**PLUS**
Unlimited free visits to Lights Before Christmas
Unlimited free rides and attractions all year long (guest passes do not apply; Sky-High Safari not included)
Behind-the-scenes Adventure Tour for two
Two membership cards
+ Curator - $250 (GOLD MEMBERSHIP)
Two named adults
One guest anytime
Children 18 and under living in household
Grandchildren 18 and under
Sixteen free guest passes
Primary benefits
**PLUS**
Unlimited free visits to Lights Before Christmas
Unlimited free rides and attractions all year long (guest passes do not apply; Sky-High Safari not included)
Behind-the-scenes Adventure Tour for two
Two membership cards
Private Gold Circle Event
+ Director - $500 (GOLD MEMBERSHIP)
Two named adults
One guest anytime
Children 18 and under living in household
Grandchildren 18 and under
Sixteen free guest passes
Primary benefits
**PLUS**
Unlimited free visits to Lights Before Christmas
Unlimited free rides and attractions all year long (guest passes do not apply; Sky-High Safari not included)
Behind-the-scenes Adventure Tour for two
Two membership cards
Private Gold Circle Event
25% discount on facility rentals
+ Benefactor - $1,000 (GOLD MEMBERSHIP)
Two named adults
One guest anytime
Children 18 and under living in household
Grandchildren 18 and under
Twenty free guest passes
Primary benefits
**PLUS**
Unlimited free visits to Lights Before Christmas
Unlimited free rides and attractions all year long (guest passes do not apply; Sky-High Safari not included)
Behind-the-scenes Adventure Tour for two
Two membership cards
Private Gold Circle Event
25% discount on facility rentals
Two complimentary tickets to Wine Tasting at Riverbanks Botanical Garden
Two complimentary tickets to Brew at the Zoo
Two complimentary tickets to Riverbanks ZOOfari
CONSIDER THE SAVINGS:
Your membership at Riverbanks offers the best family entertainment value around! Just consider the savings:
Regular Adult $11.75
Regular Child (3-12 years) $9.25
Lights Before Christmas Adult $8.00
Lights Before Christmas Child (3-12 years) $6.00
Daily Rides and Attractions Wristband Per Visit Per Person (not including Sky-High Safari) $20.00
Sky-High Safari $7.00
 
Compare and see for yourself: (click each plan level for more information)
+ Individual Membership-a greater than $78.50 value for only $49.00!
If 1 adult visits the Zoo twice at the cost of regular admission, it costs $23.50.
If 1 adult visits the Lights Before Christmas once, it costs $8.00.
The 4 free guest passes included in this membership have a value of $47.00.
Plus, as a member, you save $2 off tickets to the all-new Sky-High Safari vertical ropes challenge!
+ Family Membership-a greater than $182.50 value for only $79.00!
If 2 adults and 2 children visit twice at the cost of regular admission, it costs $84.00.
If 2 adults and 2 children visit the Lights Before Christmas once, it costs $28.00.
The 6 free guest passes included in this membership have a value of $70.50.
Plus, as a member, you save $2 off tickets to the all-new Sky-High Safari vertical ropes challenge!
+ BEST VALUE! Family Explorer Membership-a greater than $441.00 value for only $159.00!
If 2 adults and 2 children visit twice at the cost of regular admission, it costs $84.00.
If 2 adults and 2 children purchase daily rides and attractions wristbands in two visits, it costs $160.
If 2 adults and 2 children visit the Lights Before Christmas twice, it costs $56.00.
The 12 free guest passes included in this membership have a value of $141.00.
Plus, as a member, you save $4 off tickets to the all-new Sky-High Safari vertical ropes challenge!
Visit more and do more—you’ll save even more!
GIVE A GIFT OF MEMBERSHIP:

Memberships make great gifts and may be purchased at any Riverbanks ticket booth, over the phone or by mail. You can either pick up your gift of membership at any Riverbanks ticket booth and hand-deliver it to your gift recipient, or we can send your gift recipient notification of the gift and let her know she can activate her membership on her first visit to the Zoo!

To purchase a Gift of Membership: Download a printable mail-in form (PDF) or call the Membership Office at 803.779.8717 x1111 between 8:30am and 5:00pm, Monday through Friday.

MEMBERS’ NIGHT SERIES:
Explore * Learn * Enjoy
It’s Free, After-hours, and For Members Only
  • Three hours to stroll through the Zoo.
  • Three Friday evenings.
  • Free for members only (no guest passes please.)
Come one evening or all three—The choice is yours! (click each event title for more information)
+ May 24: Mighty Mammals
Tour the Elephant and Grizzly Bear Barns
Watch Wildlife in Action: Gorillas, Lions, and Meerkats
Feed the Giraffes
Walk about with the Roos
Ride the Carousel
Climb the Rock Wall
Plus, info tables, hands-on activities and more.
+ June 14: Bonkers about Birds
Wings of the South Bird Show
Watch a Feeding: Penguins, Vultures, Ground Hornbills
DIY Feeding: Lorikeets
Magic with Ray
Ride Carousel
Climb the Rock Wall
Plus, info tables, hands-on activities and more.
+ July 12: Cool Cold-blooded Creatures
Meet an Aquarist
See a Dive Demonstration
Chat with a Keeper: Galapagos and Radiated Tortoises
Watch a Feeding: Alligator
Walk about with the Roos
Magic with Ray
Ride Carousel
Climb the Rock Wall
Plus, info tables, hands-on activities and more.

2013 Dates: May 24, June 14 and July 12

Tummy rumbling? $1 Hot dogs, $ICEE, and $1 popcorn. Plus, 20% discount in Elephant's Trunk Gift Shop!

Gates open at 6:00pm. Parking only at the main Zoo entrance only. Valid membership card and ID required. Guest Admission: $5.

Questions? Email us.

RECIPROCAL ADMISSION PRIVILEGES:

Riverbanks members are entitled to free or discounted admission into more than 100 participating zoos and aquariums nationwide. Reciprocity applies only for admission to the main facility on normal operating days/hours and may exclude exhibits or events requiring an additional fee. Members must be prepared to show a current Riverbanks membership card, new travel passport* and a picture ID. It is highly recommended that you contact the institution you plan to visit ahead of time to verify reciprocity and to review the specific admission/membership policies, parking fees, guest privileges and discounts to that facility. View the latest Reciprocal Admissions List now.

*To request our new travel passport, call 803.779.8717 x1111 or email societyinfo@riverbanks.org.

ABOUT RIVERBANKS SOCIETY:
Established in 1976 by a group of concerned citizens, Riverbanks Society continues today as a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization supporting the needs of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Members and donors provide important resources for the research, education and conservation efforts of the Zoo and Garden, strengthening Riverbanks' position within the community as the premier family choice for education and recreation.
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