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The Friends of the Bergen County Zoo is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is dedicated to providing financial support to the Bergen County Zoological Park.
For all Bergen County Zoo related inquiries, please visit the official Bergen County Zoo website
or contact Coleen Rugani: 201-634-3110 | CRugani@BergenCountyNJ.gov
Zoo admission is FREE
Since a large number of our animals are housed inside during the winter months for their well-being and can’t be seen by guests, as of November 1st 2025, Zoo Admission will be free until sometime in the Spring of 2026. Please feel free to visit the Zoo and the Education Building and enjoy those animals that are still on view to the public.
Train CLOSED 11/25/25 for railroad maintenance.
TRAIN & CAROUSEL
TRAIN
Tickets are $3.00 per person, per ride.
​​Tickets may be purchased at the facility at the zoo ticket booth.
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Train open from 10:00am - 3:15pm
Last train ticket sold at 3:00pm​​
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Open every day (weather permitting) until November 27th.
After November 27th, the train will be open select days.
See below for the winter train schedule.
CAROUSEL
Tickets are $3.00 per person, per ride.
​​Tickets may be purchased at the facility at the zoo ticket booth.
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Carousel open from 10:00am - 4:00pm
Last carousel ticket sold at 3:45pm​​
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Open every day (weather permitting) until November 27th.
After that, the carousel will be part of Winter Wonderland
Find more info: www.bergencountywinterwonderland.com
CLOSED
LAST DAY FOR TRAIN AND CAROUSEL FOR THE SEASON IS JANUARY 4TH, 2026.
GIFT SHOP
The Gift Shop is located at the very beginning of the zoo gates.
The Gift Shop is expected to be open 7 days a week from April - October.
It may open during nice days throughout the off-season, weather permitting!
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Members save 10% off their purchase!
Just show your membership card before your transaction!
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We have something for everyone!
From snacks, to stuffed animals, to magnets... The Gift Shop has that special gift for yourself or your little one!
Stop by sometime and check out the store!
ZOO HOURS OF OPERATION
April - November
10:00AM - 4:30PM
Last entrance at 4:00
November - March
10:00AM - 3:30PM
Last entrance at 3:00
Due to the climate of the winter months, the Bergen County Zoo is discounted
in the off-season because not all of the animals are out.
They are kept on the premises, but are not out for public viewing.
ZOO ADMISSION RATES
BERGEN COUNTY RESIDENT
OUT OF COUNTY RESIDENT
$10.00
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$7.00
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Free
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$4.00
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$4.00
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Free
$6.00
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$4.00
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Free
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$2.00
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$2.00
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Free
ADULT (15 - 61)
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CHILD (3 - 14)
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CHILD (under 3)
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SENIOR (62+)
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DISABLED
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ACTIVE MILITARY (must show ID)
BUYING TICKETS
General Admission
Admission Tickets can be purchased at the Ticket Booth located right outside the zoo gates.
Admission Tickets can also be purchased online.
Membership Pass
Come to the zoo often and want
UNLIMITED FREE ADMISSION for a full year!?!
Join the Friends and purchase a membership!