Denver Zoo Announces Free Days for 2026

There is never any shortage of fun and amazing things to do in Colorado. From the mountains to concerts, and more, there is a little bit of something for every resident in the state to enjoy.

One of the best things to do is to visit the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance. There are so many different animals to see, and if you are anything like me, this will be your only chance to see a lion or a tiger in real life.

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Every year, the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance does a handful of free days for you to enjoy. If you are on a budget, this is the perfect time to get the family out and enjoy the sights and sounds of the zoo.

What You Should Know About Denver Zoo Free Days

The Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance will have numerous free days in 2026. However, you cannot simply walk up to the gate and get in. Here is what you need to know. These free day tickets will only be available online, and you need to register for one of the many free days.

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Visitors will be able to book up to five tickets for each free day at the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance. These tickets will be timed entry and will be distributed digitally.

Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance Free Days

• Sunday, January 25 (Tickets released on January 11)
• Sunday, February 22 (Tickets released on February 8)
• Sunday, April 19 (Tickets released on April 5)
• Wednesday, November 11 (Tickets released on October 28)
• Saturday, November 14 (Tickets released on October 31)
• Sunday, November 22 (Tickets released on November 8)

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To get signed up for your free tickets to the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance free days, and to get more information, visit Denverzoo.org.