The Rotary Foundation Event with A Twist.
Re-Discover the SF Zoo with a FUN day to celebrate the impact of EREY, Every Rotarian Every Year.
Get your EREY Day Passport stamped for visiting special stations along the EREY Day Zoo Trail.
You'll see the impact of our contributions to The Rotary Foundation come to life in our projects and each completed passport earns an entry for giveaways!
This event is open to all. Bring your family and friends.
It is an opportunity to show up, show off, and SHARE the Good that We Do.
*DAY PASS TO THE ZOO INCLUDED with EACH REGISTRATION TICKET
WHAT TO EXPECT:
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Start or End your visit (or take a break mid-day) with the EREY Day at the ZOO Program held in the Bernard Osher Great Hall at 1:30pm (arrive beforehand to get settled)
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Learn about SF Zoo Conservation programs.
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Hear how District 5150 impacts The Rotary Foundation Share Fund projects.
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Get your passport stamped on the "EREY Day Trail". Prior to event day, registrants will receive access to a customized zoo map aka the “EREY Day Trail” with the schedule of special activities and animal feeding times to help you plan your day.
Also Included:
- Prize giveaway opportunities
- Free ride on the beautiful, 105 year old Carousel
- Guided tour of the Insect Zoo ( 11:00 am - limit 30 ppl - sign up required)
- Schwag bag
- All day access to The Great Hall for a beverage, rest, park your gear, and socialize
- Speaker Program - begins at 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm
- Be the first to know the EREY Ticket Winners
- SF Zoo Docents Show & Tell station with cool animal artifacts
DATE:
- Saturday, November 7th, 2026
TIME:
- Event Entry: Open House style - between 10am and 3pm (Zoo Closes at 5pm)
- Speaker Program: 1:30pm – 2:00pm at the Bernard Osher Great Hall
Hot & Cold Beverages provided
LOCATION:
- Sloat Blvd &, Upper Great Hwy, San Francisco, CA 94132
PRICING:
- Adults - $45
- Youth (Under 12) - $30
- Children under 2 free
- Parking - Refer to parking information below
- If you are unable to attend or wish to make an additional contributions (in $10 increments) supporting District 5150 programs, your generosity is appreciated.
- DAY PASS TO THE ZOO INCLUDED with EACH REGISTRATION TICKET
FOOD:
- Event registration does NOT include a meal. Meal/Snacks within the Zoo are available for purchase as desired at the Lemur Café, located in the center of the Zoo, or at snack kiosks. Or bring your own.
- Complementary hot and cold beverages will be available in The Great Hall.
On Saturday, November 7, Rotarians from across District 5150, along with their family and friends, will come together at the San Francisco Zoo to celebrate Every Rotarian, Every Year and the incredible impact made possible through The Rotary Foundation. This special day is about fellowship, learning, and celebrating how our giving turns into meaningful projects in our communities and around the world.
We invite you to become an event sponsor and help us make the day even more impactful while showcasing the Rotary projects and causes you care about. Learn more and claim a sponsor spot here.
PARKING:
- There is a generous amount of on-site first come first serve parking for a fee.
- Parking voucher is purchased prior to leaving. Reduced rate ($15) parking vouchers are available to event attendees at the sign in table, payable in cash, credit card, or tap to pay.
- Additional parking is free on Sloat Blvd and nearby streets.
- MUNI: within San Francisco, take the Muni L Taraval line outbound to the Zoo. Muni bus lines 23 and 18 also stop at the Zoo.
Contact Lora Curran - loraacurran@gmail.com for more details
We are seeking volunteers to help on the day of the event, as SAA's or helping with sign-in activities. If you would like to join the team, please check the Volunteer box at checkout or contact Lora Curran for more information. Thank you!