Looking for Christmas gifts in Houston that go beyond the ordinary? Give someone a memorable experience, a year of adventures, or a gift that makes a difference. The Houston Zoo Holiday Gift Guide has ideas for kids, families, couples, friends, and anyone who’s hard to shop for.
View our Holiday Gift Guide below to get started on your holiday shopping.
Houston Zoo Membership
Give the gift that keeps on giving all year long! A Houston Zoo membership is a unique present everyone is sure to enjoy.
A Houston Zoo membership gives your recipient 12 months of Zoo admission, exclusive Member Mornings, a dedicated member entrance, discounts at participating zoos and aquariums, and more. Order your membership gift certificates online today!
Get 10% off * a membership gift certificate this holiday season with discount code MERRY26.
BUY A MEMBERSHIP GIFT CERTIFICATE
BUY AN ASANTE OR FLOCK MEMBERSHIP GIFT CERTIFICATE
*discount excludes Lone Star, Asante or Flock membership
Give Them a Holiday to Remember:
TXU Energy presents Zoo Lights
Make the holidays merry and bright with tickets to TXU Energy presents Zoo Lights! Glowing animal displays and festive treats turn an evening at Houston Zoo into a holiday experience worth sharing. Plan a family outing, surprise someone with a festive date night, or make new memories with friends. Zoo Lights runs November 19, 2026, through January 3, 2027.
Give Them an Up-Close Animal Experience:
Animal Experiences & Tours
Give someone a chance to experience Houston Zoo in a whole new way. Animal experiences and tours offer special opportunities to get closer to wildlife and our Zoo residents. Step behind the scenes for an unforgettable encounter with one of your favorite animals! Explore available experiences and tours, such as our new Pantanal Premium Experience, Reptile Experience, and more. Give an unforgettable gift for someone who loves a hands-on adventure or wants to make a special occasion even more memorable.
A Gift With a Wild Side:
Adopt an Animal
Make their holiday extra special with a symbolic animal adoption from Houston Zoo! Houston Zoo’s symbolic animal adoptions include fun keepsakes like an animal plush, adoption certificate and photo, with additional perks available in select packages. Each adoption supports the Zoo’s mission to save animals in the wild. Choose a favorite animal and find the right package for your gift list.
Gift of Grub
This holiday season, give the Gift of Grub to your favorite animals at Houston Zoo. With the first $100,000 in donations being matched dollar-for-dollar, you’ll deliver double the grub!
