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SUMMARY:Out of Valley Discount Days
DESCRIPTION:Make Brownsville Your Wild Weekend Hotspot\nGladys Porter Zoo Announces Out-of-Valley Discount Weekend Nov. 6–8\n \nVisitors living outside the Rio Grande Valley can save up to 65% on zoo admission and pair their visit with the Brownsville Latin Music Festival for an ideal autumn getaway \nGladys Porter Zoo is inviting out-of-town travelers to experience Brownsville as their ultimate weekend destination during Out-of-Valley Discount Weekend\, happening Friday\, November 6th through Sunday\, November 8th\, 2026. \n \nTimed in conjunction with the Brownsville Latin Music Festival\, this special promotional weekend offers guests residing outside of the Rio Grande Valley the biggest Zoo admission discounts of the year: $6.00 for adults (ages 14+) and $4.00 for children (ages 2 to 13)\, a massive savings of 65 percent off regular admission rates. \nWhether taking in world-class wildlife or moving to vibrant Latin rhythms\, visitors can build an unforgettable fall weekend itinerary in Texas’ southernmost destination: \n\nExplore Wildlife Wonders: Watch rare ocelots roam high above on the skywalk in the El Mundo Huasteco y Totonaco exhibit\, soar over the grounds on the Soaring Eagle Zipline\, dive into the Wild Explorer Virtual Reality Experience\, or feed giraffes\, flamingos\, and Galapagos tortoises.\nExperience High-Energy Latin Rhythms: Move your feet at the Brownsville Latin Music Festival at Livivo Music Hall! Catch Ache de Barrio with special guests Son Del Sur & KlaveFX Dancers on Friday\, Nov. 6\, and the legendary Del Castillo with The Sound Variety Band on Saturday\, Nov. 7.\nMake It a Weekend Getaway: Why limit the fun to just one day? Book your hotel stay directly at gpz.org and immerse yourself in Brownsville! Explore the stunning mural tour in the Mitte Cultural District\, discover rich local history\, and enjoy world-class wildlife and live music all weekend long.\n\n“Brownsville is truly the wild weekend hotspot of South Texas this November\,” said Cynthia Garza-Galvan\, Marketing Director at Gladys Porter Zoo. “By pairing our deepest admission discounts with the incredible energy of the Brownsville Latin Music Festival\, we’re giving families and travelers living outside the Valley the perfect reason to book a hotel\, stay the weekend\, and immerse themselves in the music\, nature\, art\, and hospitality that make our city so unique.” \nTo qualify for the discounted rate\, guests must present proof of residency outside the Rio Grande Valley (such as a driver’s license or utility bill) at the gate when purchasing tickets. Only one person per family or group needs to provide proof of residency. Visitors traveling from Mexico or international destinations may present a passport or official government ID. \nFor more information\, local hotel booking links\, and event schedules\, please visit www.gpz.org or call (956) 546-7187.
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SUMMARY:Salute to the Troops
DESCRIPTION:Gladys Porter Zoo Honors Military Families with\n“Salute to Our Troops” Discount Days Nov. 6–8 & Nov. 11\nIn celebration of Veterans Day\, active-duty service members\, veterans\, and their families receive discounted $6 adult and $4 child admission\, plus a chance to explore new zoo exhibits \n\nIn celebration of Veterans Day\, the Gladys Porter Zoo is expressing its deep gratitude to the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces by offering special discounted admission during its annual Salute to Our Troops Appreciation Days. This year\, military members and their families can take advantage of discounted entry over a four-day promotional window: Friday\, November 6th\, Saturday\, November 7th\, Sunday\, November 8th\, and Veterans Day\, Wednesday\, November 11th\, 2026\, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. \nTo honor active-duty service members\, retirees\, and veterans\, the Zoo is reducing admission to $6.00 per adult (ages 14+) and $4.00 per child (ages 2 to 13)\, representing a savings of nearly 65% off regular adult ticket prices. \nBeyond enjoying the Zoo’s lush grounds and diverse collection of wildlife\, visiting military families can awaken their inner explorer with several new major additions and immersive attractions: \n\nEl Mundo Huasteco y Totonaco (Phase II): Walk beneath rare ocelots roaming on elevated skywalks and observe primate species in habitats set among Mesoamerican-inspired architectural replicas.\nSoaring Eagle Zipline: Take in a bird’s-eye view of the Zoo’s lush grounds and waterways as you soar high above the park.\nWild Explorer Virtual Reality Experience: Step into a 360-degree motion-simulated safari and underwater journey.\nInteractive Animal Feedings: Enjoy hands-on wildlife encounters at dedicated feeding stations for giraffes\, flamingos\, and giant Galapagos tortoises.\n\n“As our nation celebrates Veterans Day\, we want to honor our military service members and veterans who sacrifice so much for our country\,” said Cynthia Garza-Galvan\, Marketing Director at the Gladys Porter Zoo. “This annual promotion is a small token of our appreciation. We invite military families from across our region to enjoy a day together\, explore our newest exhibit additions\, and make lasting memories at the Zoo.” \nTo receive the discounted rate\, visitors must present a valid military ID\, retiree ID\, or VA card at the gate when purchasing tickets. The discount applies to the military member and their immediate family. \nFor more information about Salute to Our Troops Discount Days or Zoo hours\, please visit www.gpz.org or call (956) 546-7187.
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