Current Schedule

ZOO
The zoo is open 7 days a week
10:00am - 4:30pm
Last entrance 4:00pm

Education and Discovery Center
Open daily 11:00am - 4:00pm
(May close for private programs)

Train And Carousel
OPEN for the season!
$2 per person, per ride
(Weather dependent)

Pony Rides
Expected to open mid May 2022

Budgie Exhibit
Will not be opening this year
due to the Avian Flu

Admission
    Bergen County Resident    Non-Resident
Adult (15-61) $4 $8
Child (3-14) $2 $5
Child Under 3 Free Free
Senior (62+)/Disabled $1 $2
Active Military Free Free

Proof of residency is required for the
Bergen County Resident discount.

Tickets may be bought at the gate
or skip the line and purchase tickets online:

Membership:
Come Here Often?
Consider a membership that gives you unlimited free admission!
AL THOMAS 
Art Show


Saturday May 21, 2022
10:00am - 3:00pm

A showing of Al Thomas art
free to attend with zoo admission
Members Night 2022

Wednesday June 1, 2022
(Rain Date June 2)

Join us for our annual Members Night to celebrate YOU and your memberships that help support the zoo. 
Enjoy a relaxing evening with food, drinks, ice cream, live music, animal demonstrations and so much more!

This is for our current members only!
But it is not too late to become a member today

Everyone must pre-register for this event
The deadline is May 25, 2022 to sign up for this free event

Members can bring guest at $15/person

Nestled in the lively town of Paramus, the Bergen County Zoo is a green oasis in a busy world. This Zoo is located in Van Saun Park, a name that has been in the area since the 1600's. This scenic Zoo and Park is a great escape from the perils of life.  The park has a playground, pavilions, dog park, sports and open fields, a pond, lots of history, and of course the Bergen County Zoo. Stop by sometime to relax and take a deep breath of fresh air, learn that charm that has drawn people to this place, and appreciate the world and animals around you!
Gift Shop
 
The Gift Shop is now operated by the Friends of the Bergen County Zoo!

We have snacks, ice cream, a great variety of plush animals, shirts, and educational books!

Stop by sometime and see the great gifts you can get yourself or others!
Education and Discovery Center

The Education and discovery Center is the first building on your right once you enter the zoo. It is where we house some of our reptiles and amphibians. We host our birthday parties, summer camps, and scout programs. The center has a theatre, classroom, activities, and bathrooms. 

Education and Discovery Center
The Education and discovery Center is the first building on your right once you enter the zoo. It is where we house some of our reptiles and amphibians. We host our birthday parties, summer camps, and scout programs. The center has a theatre, classroom, activities, and bathrooms. 

Click the image to go to their page!
Education and Discovery Center
The Education and discovery Center is the first building on your right once you enter the zoo. It is where we house some of our reptiles and amphibians. We host our birthday parties, summer camps, and scout programs. The center has a theatre, classroom, activities, and bathrooms. 

Click the image to go to their pag
Sponsor An Animal

Sponsoring an animal is a simple but effective way to personally help an animal. Your sponsorship will help cover the cost of veterinarian care, exhibit improvements, enrichment supplies, as well as their grocery bill! (Those cows eat a lot of hay!) With amounts starting at $25 you can chose a specific animal to sponsor. It's a great gift idea for yourself as well as for others, and its even tax-deductible!

Conservation 

Here at the Bergen County Zoo we believe that animal preservation is key for future success. No Animal should go extinct especially if it is because of poachers, deforestation, or global change. Every year we find communities that help animals thrive in the wild and keep them off the endangered species list. 
Become A Docent

Do you love the zoo?
Have extra time on your hands?
Looking for a way to support this great zoo?

Then consider becoming a docent!!!
We have a program for volunteers to help this special Zoo!!!