ACE Gone Wild

Location

San Antonio Zoo
3903 N St Mary's St.
San Antonio, TX 78212
When:  Sun, Oct 18, 2026 from 08:15 AM to 05:00 PM (CT)
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Event Contact

Jason Knutson

jknutson@aceonline.org
Join us on Sunday, October 18th after our SeaWorld event for the first ACE South Central visit to the San Antonio Zoo!
Our visit will take place during Zoo Boo!, thier family-friendly Halloween celebration, so there will be plenty happening throughout the zoo to enjoy during your free time.

The cost will be $20 per person, which includes zoo admission, the Italian Buffet lunch, Zoo Train ride, gorilla enrichment and chat, and hippo drop feed and chat. There will also be a few additional surprises planned throughout the day for the group, so there will be even more to look forward to during your visit!

 

Tentative Schedule:
  • 8:15 a.m.: Check-in Begins at the Zoo Train Station
    • We will have a dedicated check-in table set up near the Zoo Train Station. ACE members will receive their zoo admission and train tickets here.
  • 9 a.m.: Zoo Train Takeover
    • ACE members will kick off the day with the first ride of the day aboard the San Antonio Zoo Train!
  • 9:30 -11:15 a.m.: Explore San Antonio Zoo
    • Enjoy time exploring the zoo and our Zoo Boo! festivities.
  • 11:15 a.m.: Gorilla Enrichment and Keeper Chat
    • The group will gather at Congo Falls for a special gorilla enrichment and chat with our Animal Care Team.
  • 12 p.m.: Lunch at Hippo Overlook
    • We'll have an Italian Buffet set up for the group at Hippo Overlook.
  • 1:15 p.m.: Hippo Drop Feed and Keeper Chat
    • Following lunch, ACE members will have the opportunity to enjoy a special hippo drop feed and chat with our Animal Care team. 
  • 1:30 - 5 p.m.: Explore San Antonio Zoo
    • The remainder of the afternoon will be open for members to explore the zoo and enjoy Zoo Boo! At their leisure.

 

Pricing:
  • ACE Members - $20.00
  • Non-ACE Members - $40.00

 

Registration:
  • Advance on-line registration is required.
  • Deadline to register for the event is 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, October 8th.
  • There is no late or on-site registration for this event.
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SCHEDULE ADVISORY

Inclement weather, equipment problems or other unforeseen circumstances may affect the published schedule. The park will do its best to provide ride times and rides as listed; however, the schedule of events remains tentative and is subject to change based on the park's operational status and local health restrictions at the time of the event.

ACCESSIBILITY

Should you need special accommodations such as a wheelchair, speech/hearing, etc., refer to the participating parks policy prior to the event date. Most parks offer a complete guide for guests with a disability.

REFUNDS AND REGISTRATION FEES

Refunds will not be given. Registration fees will not be prorated for partial attendance and tickets are nontransferable. Event attendee substitutions are at ACE’s discretion. Permission must be obtained prior to the event, in writing, from the event contact.

The payment of registration fees by, for, or on behalf of participants releases and holds harmless the American Coaster Enthusiasts Worldwide Inc. and its Officers, Directors, Executive Committee Members and representatives from any and all liabilities related to those activities. Returned checks and chargeback disputes will be treated as uncollected debt. ACE reserves the right to execute debt collection following the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.

COVID-19 SAFETY INFORMATION

Although our host parks are making every effort to keep you as healthy and safe as possible, there remains an inherent and elevated risk of exposure to COVID-19 in any public place and place where people are present. Refer to park policies for additional information, requirements and latest updates.

CODE OF CONDUCT

Members and their guests should be especially aware that their behavior affects ACE’s reputation, and they are expected to abide by ACE’s Code of Conduct at all times during the event and follow all host park policies, including, but not limited to, alcohol consumption. Members are responsible for the conduct of their nonmember guests. Parents and/or guardians are responsible for supervising minor event attendees. Members found to be in violation of the code are subject to ACE's disciplinary procedures, which may be in the form of, but not limited to, verbal or written warning, membership suspension or involuntary termination.

Any violations of park policies, including underage alcohol consumption are a violation of section C.1 of ACE’s Code of Conduct and could result in suspension of the member’s ACE membership as well as action by the park.

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