Become a Member

Membership Benefits

Membership contributions are non-refundable and tax-deductible as permitted by law. To invite you closer to the mission you support, all members receive:

Free access to the aquarium year-round

Enjoy what is new and next as a member! While daily admission is free for members, advance reservations are highly recommended due to the high demand for tickets
Unlock exclusive benefits during each visit with a digital membership card, located in your account

Additional Benefits Include

Discounts at the aquarium and online

40% discount on 4-D Experiences
10% discount at the Shedd Store
10% discount at Shedd restaurants
10% discount at our online store

Special member pricing

20% discount on Extraordinary Experiences like Penguin Encounters and Must See Tours
Discounts on Learning programs like Shedd Scouts
Discounts on after-hours events like Jazzin' at the Shedd

Member-exclusive moments and insider access

Invitations to special events to deepen your connection to Shedd, including to our SheddTalks virtual chats and Member Nights for exclusive time in the aquarium
Opportunities to sign up first for program launches, events and more
Automatic enrollment into member eNews for updates on new animal arrivals, event launches and more

Reciprocal benefits

As a part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Reciprocity Program, members at the Advocate level and above receive special benefits at several participating zoos and aquariums across North America

Renewing members: Enjoy legacy pricing through Fall 2025. Please see your renewal notice to activate your offer online.

Questions? We’re here to help! You can call our Member Hotline at 312-692-3284 or email [email protected] .

Already a Member? Log in to access your member benefits.

^$ 85 Supporter

Legacy Pricing Available with Your Renewal
Member benefits for one cardholder, including year-round free admission, and discounts on experiences, programs and events.
^$ 135 Partner

Legacy Pricing Available with Your Renewal
Member benefits for two people. This level allows one or two cardholders 18 years or older, one of which must be present on the day of your visit to receive access.
^$ 225 Family

Legacy Pricing Available with Your Renewal
Member benefits for two adults and all household children under 18 years old. This level allows two cardholders, one of which must be present on the day of your visit to receive access.
^$ 275 Advocate

Legacy Pricing Available with Your Renewal
Member benefits for two adult cardholders, two adult guests and all household children under 18 years old. A cardholder must be present on the day of your visit to receive access.
^$ 500 Sponsor

Access for two adult cardholders, three adult guests and all household children 18 and under. One cardholder must be present on the day of visit to receive access to member benefits.
^$ 1,000 Ambassador

Member benefits for two adult cardholders, four adult guests and all household children under 18 years old. Ambassadors receive invitations to exclusive events. They provide critical support for the outstanding animal care Shedd provides, both at the aquarium and around the world.

For information about joining Shedd's Aquarium Council at the Aquarium ($1,500), Fellow ($2,500), Guardian ($5,000), and Conservator ($10,000) membership levels, please see our Aquarium Council page or call Member Services at 312-692-3284.

Special offers apply only to Supporter through Advocate level memberships. Discount applied in cart.