Massachusetts Residents Get Half-Price Weekend at Southwick’s Zoo

Family fun at an affordable price? Yes, please.

Southwick's Zoo in Mendon, MA is offering Massachusetts residents a weekend of family fun, food, rides and plenty of animals all at a price that won't break the bank.

On Saturday, September 6 and Sunday, September 7, Massachusetts residents with a valid ID can enter Southwick's Zoo at half price, just $15 per ticket.

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What Is Southwick's Zoo?

New England's largest zoo is celebrating 60 years of family fun.

It's home to over 850 animals ranging from alligators to zebras and everything in between.

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Its property is huge, nearly 500 acres. It's the only zoo in the area to feature rhinos, lions, tigers, a beautiful chimpanzee exhibit and many more unique animals.

Unique Experiences

You'll easily be able to spend the whole day at Southwick's Zoo as the property offers so much beyond the wildlife.

There are animal encounters (at an additional price) to experience, including one of my favorites, the deer forest.

This fenced-in area boasts 35 acres of open forest for the deer to graze as guests are welcome to feed them.

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More Than Just Animals

In addition to offering plenty of sweets and treats throughout the park, Southwick's Zoo has a variety of rides for families to enjoy.

Pony rides and camel rides are available for kids.

The train ride is perfect for all. It takes you through wetlands where more wildlife can be spotted. This is a family favorite of ours.

There's even a zipline, carousel, sky ride and petting zoo.

The Massachusetts resident discount for September 6 and 7 is only valid at the gate.