BioPark Visitor Info & Tickets
Hours
- Zoo: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday.
- Aquarium: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday.
- Botanic Garden: 1 p.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday, 5-10 p.m. for River of Lights
- Tingley Beach: Daily from sunrise to sunset.
- Closed Jan. 1, Thanksgiving, and Dec. 25.
- We are currently closed on Mondays.
Timed-Entry Tickets
Single site timed-entry tickets are encouraged.
- Save with a membership.
- Combo tickets are currently unavailable
Maps
Visitors Are Encouraged to Purchase Tickets Online in Advance
We encourage our visitors to purchase tickets for the Zoo, Botanic Garden and Aquarium online in advance.
Timed Ticketing
A limited number of timed tickets are available each day. Guests can reserve a date and an arrival time online. Guests are welcome to stay as long as they like.
New Mexico BioPark Society members will continue to receive complimentary admission to the BioPark, but must now reserve a “ticket” online in order to visit. The ABQ BioPark does not offer refunds for guests who cannot attend their allotted time.
Our timed-entry tickets are available online through HoldMyTicket.com. For ticket help, please call 311 Community Contact Center at 505-768-2000.
Rain Checks and Refunds
No rain checks or refunds. We encourage guests to check the weather forecast before purchasing tickets as there are NO refunds or rain checks for inclement weather unless the ABQ BioPark and the City of Albuquerque makes the decision to temporarily close for safety.
Dining and Shopping
Indoor dining at a limited capacity is available at the Shark Reef Café and Cottonwood Café.
- You can order online here ahead of time from the Shark Reef Cafe for carry out or patio seating.
- You can order online here ahead of time from the Cottonwood Cafe for carry out or patio seating.
Guests are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottles, as public water fountains are off.
Pricing
Prices for Aquarium/Botanic Garden ticket OR Zoo ticket
Adults - $10 (New Mexico Residents*), $14.50 (Non-Residents)
Seniors (65+) - $5.50 (New Mexico Residents*), $7.50 (Non-Residents)
Youth (3-12) - $5 (New Mexico Residents*), $6 (Non-Residents)
Children (2 and under) and Members - Free
- The ABQ BioPark does not offer refunds.
- Rain checks are not given due to weather. Be sure to check the weather and plan your trip accordingly
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*The following qualifies as current proof of residency: current New Mexico driver's license or current utility bill in your name showing New Mexico address and a photo I.D.
Military Discount
Available to active and non-active personnel with military ID.
- $2 off general admission tickets for adults
- $1 off general admission tickets for youth ages 3-12
SNAP EBT Discount
Available to guests enrolled in New Mexico’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). To be eligible for the discount, guests must show their SNAP EBT card and a photo ID at the gate.
Adults - $3
Seniors (65+) and Youth (3-12) - $1
- Discount valid for up to six guests.
- SNAP EBT cards are used for identification purposes only. Tickets can be paid for with cash or credit/debit cards.
- Only New Mexico SNAP enrollees receive the discount at this time.
- Discount applies only during regular business hours and does not apply for admission to special events like Harvest Festival, Mother’s Day and River of Lights.
- This offer is not applicable to pandemic EBT cards.
Reciprocal Membership Discounts
We do offer reciprocal discounts of 50 percent off regular admission. To receive the discount, present your membership card with a valid ID. A list of participating parks can be found here.
Field Trips
Information about school field trips can be found here.
BioPark Music & Other Events
The ABQ BioPark is the perfect place to spend quality time with family while enjoying music, food, plants, animals and fun. Get tickets to all annual events here.