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Membership FAQs

I have been prompted to change my password, but I am experiencing difficulty accessing my online account. What should I do?
  • Please be sure your password meets the following criteria*:
    – at least 12 characters long,
    – at least one lowercase letter -or- one uppercase letter
    – at least one number value,
    – at least one special character (i.e. !, @, #, $, etc.).
    – Your password cannot contain your name(s), username, or organization name in any text direction.
    – Passwords must be changed every 365 days.
  • *If your existing password does not meet the above requirements, you will be prompted to reset your password.

  • Wait 10 minutes after password change: Once you have changed your password, make sure to allow at least 10 minutes before logging in again.
  • Password Reset 404 Error: If you are prompted to reset your password upon signing in and you receive a 404-error message, please use the “Forgot Your Password?” link on our Sign-In page to reset your password using the criteria listed above.
  • Locked Out? If you are locked out of your account, it will automatically unlock after 30 minutes.
  • If you encounter any errors along the way, please contact us and we’d be happy to help you reserve tickets. You can email us at [email protected] or call us at 719-424-7830 or 719-424-7893.
Do I need ticket reservations to visit the Zoo as a member?

We require advance tickets for members and guests of Individual Plus, Family, Grandparent and Family Plus membership levels. If you arrive without a reserved ticket, we cannot guarantee tickets will be available. If we are sold out of tickets at that time, we will not be able to accommodate your entry. Reserve Member Tickets here

Can I apply my tickets toward a Zoo membership?

Yes – Daily admission tickets (does not include special or nighttime events) may be applied toward a membership within 3 days. You must contact our Membership department before purchasing your membership to apply tickets to your upgrade. Depending on the membership, please note not all tickets may be applied. Only one receipt can be applied per membership and your tickets cannot be applied toward gift memberships for other families. Sky Ride tickets may not be used toward a Sky Ride Day Pass. Daily Admission tickets cannot be applied to the Third Adult add-on. Call our Membership department at 719-424-7830 or 719-424-7893 with your ticket receipt’s order number to upgrade.

*Note: An order number from the original ticket is required for an upgrade. This number can be found on your admissions receipt.

Can a “Plus” person (Individual Plus or Family Plus) come by themselves or bring my kid(s)?

No. A primary card holder listed on the membership card must be present in order to bring a “Plus” guest. You may add one named Third Adult to any membership at any time for an additional $70 (minimum age requirement is 18).

If you are an existing member and would like to add a Third Adult to your membership, please call our Membership Office at 719-424-7830 or 719-424-7893.

Can a Third Adult on my membership bring a “Plus” person?

No. A listed named Third Adult member can come to the Zoo by themselves with advance reservation, but only the primary card holder(s) can bring a guest. For Family/Grandparent or higher level memberships, a named Third Adult can bring children listed on the primary membership.

I have an Individual Plus membership that I use to bring in another adult and my infant; how do I reserve their tickets correctly?

The second adult you are looking to bring as your “plus” guest will need a Member Adult ticket for the same date and time as your member ticket. Because Individual Plus memberships do not allow children to be listed under the membership, your child will need a 75¢ Non-Member 2 & Under ticket for the same date and time as your member tickets.

Can I get a refund on my membership?

No. All membership purchases are final and cannot be refunded or partially refunded after purchase. We do offer the ability to transfer your membership to another family or individual, or upgrade to a higher level, but cannot downgrade, refund, or extend membership expiration dates for any reason.

What is the best way to purchase / renew a membership?

You can purchase your membership online at any time. To renew online, sign into your Zoo account here. Bring the confirmation email and a valid photo ID upon your first visit to the Zoo.

Memberships may also be purchased at the Zoo between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Memberships cannot be started or renewed during special or nighttime events, like Electric Safari or Boo at the Zoo. Please note, it can take up to 14 days to receive your membership card, but don’t wait for us! Visit the Zoo anytime after purchase by checking-in with a photo I.D.

Can I use my Cheyenne Mountain Zoo membership at other zoos?

It depends on policy of the individual zoo or aquarium you plan to visit. We recommend reaching out directly to their admissions or membership program to ask about their reciprocal membership discount program as it pertains to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.

Can I use my membership from another AZA-accredited zoo or aquarium for free or discounted entry to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo?

No. Because we are one of only a handful of AZA-accredited zoos that doesn’t receive any tax support, we rely more heavily on our admissions revenue than other tax-funded zoos and aquariums do. Because of this, we do not participate in reciprocal membership discount programs. You can find non-member admission tickets here.

How long is my membership valid?

Your membership is valid until the last day of the month you purchased it, one year from purchase. When renewing early, you will keep the same expiration date as before.

We recently renewed our membership, but now we are moving. What can we do?

You may “gift” the remainder of your membership to a family member, or friend.

I joined at one level, but now my circumstances have changed. What can I do?

You may upgrade your membership at any time. You may also add one Third Adult to any membership at any time for an additional $70 (minimum age requirement is 18). Your upgraded membership will keep the original expiration date. You cannot downgrade a membership while it is active, but upon renewal you are welcome to change your membership level if necessary.

Can I loan out, or share, my membership card to someone else?

No. Digital or paper membership cards are not to be shared with anyone other than those named on the membership. All named members are required to present a valid photo ID every time they visit CMZoo. Without this identification, we’re unable to verify that you are a part of our CMZoo family and will therefore require that you pay for a non-refundable non-member ticket. So be sure to bring your valid photo ID with you every time you visit CMZoo!

Who can attend members-only events?

Anyone listed on a membership (adults, children and Third Adults) can attend members-only events. Unless included on a ‘Plus’ membership (Individual Plus or Family Plus/Grandparent Plus), no guests are admitted to members-only events.

Want to stay up on member events? As a current member with a valid email address, you will receive The Waterhole email newsletter once a month. You may subscribe now by scrolling to the bottom of any page and completing the newsletter form if you are not currently receiving The Waterhole emails. Or, check out the Events & Programs page and Events Calendar to learn about what is new at the Zoo.

As a member, where can I check-in?

Members can use any open window at the front gate between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Please have your advance tickets and valid photo ID ready. If you have your membership card, you are welcome to present that in addition to your ticket reservation and photo ID, but your membership card is not required for your entry.

Can I include my grandchildren on my membership even if they don't live with me?

Yes. Grandchildren 18 and under can be listed on any level membership (except for the Individual Plus category).

I have Mountaineer Sky Ride Day Pass. Who can ride?

Anyone listed on your membership can ride the Sky Ride for free during regular hours of operation. This includes “Plus” guests on both the Individual Plus and/or Family Plus/Grandparent Plus memberships and Third Adults. Additional guests are not covered on the pass.

*Please note, the pass does not include after-hours events or members-only events. Please visit the Mountaineer Sky Ride page for hours of operation and the number of riders per chair.

My child will be visiting the Zoo with their school field trip, will our membership cover their visit?

School visits that include either a Zoo Exploration Tour or a Docent-led tour are not included in your basic membership benefits.  Please visit our Schools & Groups page for more information about school groups.

Is there a discount on memberships for the military?

Yes. The military discount is $25 off any membership level. The military discount is offered to all active duty, veteran and retired military personnel any day of the year. You must show any of the following to qualify for the discount for you, your spouse and your dependents living in the same household:

  • A valid military / retired military ID
  • A copy of your DD214
  • Your state driver’s license printed with veteran indicator or military identifier
  • Your ID issued by the VA, VFW or American Legion
  • A military spouse ID, if the military member is not present

The military discount is available on all levels of membership. This discount cannot be combined with any other offers. A valid military ID is required upon purchase and every time you check in as a Zoo member. The purchaser of the membership must be military and listed on the membership; the discount is not applicable to gift recipients. Please call 719-424-7830 or 719-424-7893 for more information.

How do I gift a membership to someone?

A gift membership for any level of membership can be purchased online to begin immediately, or, can given as a membership gift certificate to be activated within one year of purchase by contacting the Membership department. For more details, please visit our Gift Membership page.

I was gifted a Zoo Membership, how to I redeem it?

If you receive an email from CMZoo that you have been given a membership, your membership is already active. Welcome to the Zoo family! Please go here for more details on how to redeem your membership gift.

How do I download my digital membership card?

You can download your digital membership card one of two ways: through the eMembership Card app available on the stores, which includes access to additional Zoo resources, or directly to the wallet of your smartphone. Complete
download instructions can be found on the Digital Membership Card page

When can I download my digital membership card?

Your digital membership card is available to download as soon as your membership card is active! All memberships are active once the transaction has been complete online, in-person or over the phone.

Why do I get an error message that says no record found when I try to download my digital membership card?

If you have an active membership but receive an error message, this either means your account information is not up to date or you have a duplicate account. Please contact the Membership department at [email protected] or 719-424-7830 so that we can assist you!

I downloaded the eMembership Card app and can see my membership information, but I don’t have the option to add the card to my wallet. What do I do?

If your active membership account has been successfully found, but the “Add to Wallet” button doesn’t generate, you’ll need to close out of the app completely and reopen the app. If the “Add to Wallet” button still doesn’t generate, please contact the Membership department at [email protected] or 719-424-7830 for additional assistance.

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