Whether you give Zoo Lights tickets, an adopted Zoo animal, a gift membership, or an unforgettable animal encounter, they’ll love their unique gift, and you’ll give twice — to your recipient and to Houston Zoo! View our Holiday Gift Guide below to get started on your holiday shopping and make it one to remember.
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TXU Energy presents Zoo Lights
Give the gift of Houston’s favorite holiday event with Zoo Lights tickets! Zoo Lights season is Nov. 17-Jan. 7. Buy early for the best price!
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Give a 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.
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Animal Art
From paw prints to broad brush strokes, each artist’s creation is one of a kind. Your purchase includes a custom painted canvas and a photo of the animal artist. Prices range from $30 to $200.
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Adopt an Animal
Celebrate your special someone’s love of animals by adopting an animal at the Houston Zoo. Adopt at the Guardian, Protector, Classroom, or Birthday level to receive a cuddly plush animal! Adoptions start at just $35!
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In-Person Animal Encounters
Give the gift every animal lover wants, an animal encounter gift certificate. Step into a zookeeper’s world to learn all about the incredible animals from the people who know them best – the zookeepers! Prices range from $90 to $220.
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Gift of Grub
This holiday season, give the Gift of Grub to your favorite animals at Houston Zoo! Your donation could help provide nutritious meals to our animals, like a feast of fish for our Humboldt penguins.