2025 Schedule
| JUL 13 - 17 | 10:30AM - 8PM | |
| JUL 18 | 10:30AM - 10PM | OPEN LATE FOR SUMMER NIGHTS |
| JUL 19 - 24 | 10:30AM - 8PM | |
| JUL 25 | 10:30AM - 10PM | OPEN LATE FOR SUMMER NIGHTS |
| JUL 26 - 31 | 10:30AM - 8PM |
| AUG 1 - 2 | 10:30AM - 8PM | |
| AUG 3 | 10:30AM - 7PM | |
| AUG 4 - 10 | 10:30AM - 7PM | |
| AUG 11 - 15 | 10:30AM - 6PM | |
| AUG 16 - 17 | 10:30AM - 7PM | |
| AUG 18 - 21 | CLOSED | |
| AUG 22 | 5PM - 9PM | SENSORY NIGHT: REGISTRATION REQUIRED |
| AUG 23-24 | 10:30AM - 7PM | |
| AUG 25-28 | CLOSED | |
| AUG 29 | 8PM - 12AM | WATERPARK AFTER DARK: REGISTRATION REQUIRED |
| AUG 30-31 | 10:30AM - 7PM | OKTOBERFEST |
| SEP 1 | 10:30AM - 7PM | OKTOBERFEST |
| SEP 2 - 5 | CLOSED | |
| SEP 6 - 7 | 11AM - 6PM | OKTOBERFEST |
One-Day Pass
| Adult | Child/Senior | |
| Online Price | Starting at $34.99 | Starting at $31.99 |
| Gate Price | $46.99 | $43.99 |
- Admission for one (1) for any day during the normal Zoombezi Bay operating season. Guests ages 3+ need a day pass for admission.
- Includes free admission to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium next door.
- Prices are subject to change.
Ride and Slide Pass
| Adult | $49.99 |
| Child/Senior | $46.99 |
- Includes a Zoombezi Bay Day Pass and a one-day ZooMore ride wristband for all Adventure Cove and Columbus Zoo rides.
- Rides are open during Columbus Zoo and Aquarium operating hours, enjoy them as much as you want in that time!
All-Inclusive Pass
| Guests ages 21+ | $134.99 |
| Guests under age 21 | $104.99 |
- Admission to Zoombezi Bay and the Columbus Zoo
- Free Parking
- Food every 30 minutes from any Zoombezi Bay restaurant
- All-you-can-drink Pepsi products
+ more for guests 21+!
Terms and Conditions
- All prices for all ticket and membership types are subject to change at any time without advanced notice.
- Ticket types may be removed from any operating day without advanced notice due to operational considerations, including but not limited to, attendance capacity.
- Membership types may no longer be offered at any time without advanced notice.
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and/or Zoombezi Bay reserve the right to change operating days and hours without notice. Please call ahead to verify operating dates and hours. A ticket or membership to the Zoo and/or Zoombezi Bay is a revocable license and may be confiscated without refund of purchase price. Violation of park rules may result in expulsion without refund. Clothing and/or tattoos with inappropriate/offensive words, phrases, or graphics are prohibited. While in the Columbus Zoo, shirts and footwear with soles must be worn at all times. Conduct that is disorderly, disruptive, or in poor taste is prohibited.
Season Pass: Thrills and Chills All Summer Long!
- Unlimited visits to Zoombezi Bay between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend.
- Complimentary visits to the Columbus Zoo during Zoombezi Bay's normal operating season.
- Free parking and an exclusive park entrance just for Season Pass holders!
Parking Rates
Rates apply to both Zoombezi Bay and Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.
- CAR: $10.00
- BUS: Free
Hint: Season Pass holders receive free parking all season long!
Zoombezi Bay is Cashless
Zoombezi Bay is cashless, but we offer ways to convert your cash into a pre-paid debit card while you're here (at no cost to you).
Empowering People. Saving Wildlife.
For each admission ticket sold, $1 of the purchase price is dedicated to support the Zoo’s local and global conservation efforts. We thank you for helping to support our mission, together we continue working to protect the future of wildlife. Thank you for making a difference.
Zoombezi Bay Mobile App
Plan your visit in the palm of your hands! The free Zoombezi Bay app allows you to map out your visit ahead of time, find lunch options throughout the water park, and so much more. You'll love it!
Other Discounts and Promotions
To remain inclusive and accessible to our community during the operating season, Zoombezi Bay offers several promotional events and discounts.
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Members
Already a member of the Columbus Zoo? You receive a discount on season passes to Zoombezi Bay!
This season pass is good for one (1) named individual to Zoombezi Bay, and discounted rates for children ages 3 - 9 are available.
| Zoo Member Price: $129.99 | Regular Price: $139.99 |
Learn more about the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, and find the membership plan that's right for you today. ZOO MEMBERSHIPS
COTA Bus Admission Discounts
Zip to the Columbus Zoo with COTA!
Riders on COTA's ZooBus will receive:
- $5 admission to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
- $10 off general admission to Zoombezi Bay
| May 10 - May 25 | Weekends Only |
| May 26 - September 1 | Daily |
| September 2 - December 31 | Service has concluded for the season |
Receiving Your Discount
When you board the Zoo Bus, kindly ask your Operator for a Zoo Bus Coupon. They will distribute one per customer. Once you arrive, go to the admission windows at the Columbus Zoo or Zoombezi Bay, where you will present your coupon to receive the COTA Zoo Bus discount.
Day Pass Discounts
Zoombezi Bay will occasionally share discounts on Day Passes throughout the season, and you can find them here when offered.
Group Discounts (Day-of Visit)
- Minimum 25 guests
- $ 34.99 each
Tickets can be purchased at the entry gate.
Military
To thank active and non-active duty military personnel for their service, Zoombezi Bay offers service members a $6 discount on up to 6 day passes ($39.99 for adults and $36.99 for children/seniors after the discount) when they show a valid military ID.
Day passes must be purchased at the Zoombezi Bay front gate.
Seniors
Seniors ages 60+ received discounted admission to Zoombezi Bay.
- $3 off/$ 42.99 at the Zoombezi Bay front gate.
Please note that online prices above are lower than gate prices.
Tickets After 4:00 p.m.
Tickets to Zoombezi Bay after 4:00 p.m. are only $19.99! Purchase them online or head to the main gate to purchase yours upon arrival.
Parking is an additional $10.
Two-Day Pass for the Columbus Zoo and Zoombezi Bay
Want to spend a full day at each park? We have an option for that!