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Local Tourist Week Benefits
Available June 22 - 28, 2026
Coming to the Columbus Zoo? Members of other CMAP organizations can present their membership card to receive 10% off at our Zoo gift shops when they visit during Local Tourist Week! Columbus Membership Advantage members can also enjoy $2 off each ZooMORE wristband they purchase this week by presenting their valid membership card to any Guest Relations or Rides kiosk at time of purchase. BONUS: Get 4 free rounds of mini-golf when you buy 4 ZooMORE wristbands for $2 off/ wristband during our Adventure Nights on June 26th and 27th, 2026!
Columbus Zoo Members: You can save $4 on general admission to select Columbus museums and attractions through the Columbus Member Advantage program. No coupon is necessary. Simply show your valid Columbus Zoo digital membership card each time you visit!
See the list of discounts below.
Columbus Member Advantage
As a Columbus Zoo member, you can save $4 on general admission to select Columbus museums and attractions through the Columbus Member Advantage program. No coupon is necessary. Simply show your valid Columbus Zoo digital membership card each time you visit!
Columbus Member Advantage partners for 2026 include:
- Columbus Museum of Art. Save 10% in CMA’s Museum Store by presenting your valid membership card to a retail associate at your time of purchase when visiting during Local Tourist Week.
- Columbus Metropolitan Club (Discounted registration). Save $20 off a Public Ticket for weekly forum registration at The Columbus Metropolitan Club through the Columbus Member Advantage program the week of 06/22/26-06/28/26. Enter the promo code CMAPDis2026-27 before checking out from our registration site: CMC - The Community Conversation.
- COSI
- Dawes Arboretum. Save 10% in the Gift Shop by presenting your valid membership card to a guest services representative at the time of purchase when visiting during Local Tourist Week.
- Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Save 10% in our Garden Cafe and Botanica Gift Shop and Greenhouse by presenting your valid membership card to a retail associate at your time of purchase when visiting during Local Tourist Week.
- King Arts Complex
- LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Columbus. Save $5 on General Admission to LEGOLAND Discovery Center through the Columbus Member Advantage Program. No coupon required. Show your valid membership card to redeem this offer. Walk-up only. Terms & conditions apply. See an Admissions Associate for details. Valid 6/22/26 - 6/28/2026.
- National Veterans Memorial and Museum. Save 20% in the Museum Exchange Gift Shop by presenting your valid membership card to a guest services representative at the time of purchase when visiting during Local Tourist Week.
- Ohio History Center & Ohio Village. Save 10% in the History Store by presenting your valid membership card to a retail associate at your time of purchase when visiting during Local Tourist Week.
- The Wex ($2 off any film). Save 30% in the Wex Store by presenting your valid membership card to a retail associate at your time of purchase when visiting during Local Tourist (CMAP) Week.
- The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art and Technology. Save 10% in our Gear Shop by presenting your valid membership card to a guest services representative at the time of purchase when visiting during Local Tourist Week.
Important Terms & Restrictions: Discount valid for $4 off per person on general admission only unless otherwise noted above. Limit four (4) discounts per visit. Tickets must be purchased from the admissions area of the facility you are visiting. Cannot be combined with other discounts or offers. Not valid on prior purchases. No rain checks or refunds. Some restrictions may apply.
Offer Ends: December 31, 2026, unless otherwise noted
Reciprocity
Columbus Zoo Members Receive Access to 150+ Zoos and Aquariums
Your Columbus Zoo membership allows 50% discounted admission to more than 150 zoos and aquariums throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico. Present your current Columbus Zoo digital membership card and photo ID for each adult listed on the membership. Tickets can be purchased at each participating zoo’s ticket window. This offer is not available on pre-purchased tickets and cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts. Subject to change at any time. Zoo databases are not linked and reciprocal zoos are not able to verify your membership. Some organizations may require advanced reservations, limit entries, or limit the number of discounts per visit. We strongly recommend calling the zoo or aquarium that you are visiting prior to your visit.
Visiting the Columbus Zoo from a Participating AZA-Accredited Zoo or Aquarium
The Columbus Zoo offers a 50% discount on Zoo General Admission to members of the AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums on the list below. Reciprocal members must present a valid membership card (physical or digital) in their name and photo ID for each adult listed on the membership. If you do not have a valid membership card, please contact your zoo's membership office for a replacement. Present your membership card at any ticket window to receive discounted tickets for anyone covered on your membership. The reciprocal discount is not applicable to pre-purchased tickets, or tickets to Zoombezi Bay. Parking is $12 and is not included. This offer cannot be combined with any other offers or discounts, and is subject to change at any time.
Members Save at The Wilds
Located in beautiful southeastern Ohio, The Wilds is the largest wildlife conservation center in North America and offers incredible tours, experiences, and overnight stays, too!
- Columbus Zoo members receive a 50% discount on Open-Air Safari Tours* at The Wilds.
- Add The Wilds to your Columbus Zoo membership (same category) for a discount.
* Discount limited to family size on membership. Advance reservations required.
