Senior Citizens Appreciation Day presented by Hill Insurance Service, LLC
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Free admission for seniors 62+ from 8:30 a.m. – Noon
Join us for a special early-morning experience at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo created especially for senior citizens(62+)! Register ahead to receive free admission and complimentary continental breakfast from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Enjoy special keeper talks, access to senior-specific exhibitors, tour the zoo and walk the zoo’s scenic Wildlife Trail.
Please RSVP for the Continental Breakfast during registration
Schedule of Events:
9:45 a.m. Elephant Creature Chat Caring for Aging Animals (Yoga Demonstration) - Helga Beck Asian Elephant Preserve
10:30 a.m. Tiger Creature Chat - Wildlife Trail
11:15 a.m. Penguin Creature Chat - Penguin Coast
12:00 p.m. Siamang Creature Chat Senior Companionship -Social Animals Building
*Schedule Subject to Change
Be sure to sign up for a Senior Membership to take advantage of senior member early-entry days on the second Wednesday of each month— from June through October. Visit the Membership page to learn more about our Senior Memberships.
Calling Local Artisans and Businesses!
Friends of the Zoo is offering a great opportunity for local artisans and businesses to participate in Senior Citizens Appreciation Day.
To apply - fill out the online form below.
APPLY TODAY!
For more information, please contact Development Associate Olivia Fottrell at [email protected] or (315) 435-8511 x8518
Thank You To Our 2026 Sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor
Conservation Sponsor
Conservation Sponsor
Exhibiting Sponsor
