Roars and Pours
Roars and Pours
Friday, June 13, 2025 6:00 - 9:00PM 21+ only $35 day of walk-up We're opening the zoo afterhours for adults (21+) only! Explore on a summer evening and enjoy zoo experiences at your own pace. Activities include live music, Giraffe Encounter ($5), a zookeeper chat, special animal experiences, Zoo Farm feedings, and free carousel rides! Beer, wine, cider, non-alcoholic beverages, and food available for purchase. Tastings will be available from some of the featured wineries and breweries! This event is for 21+ years only and valid photo ID is required. VIPs will receive early admission in private area with welcome drink with souvenir cup and appetizers. Pre-sale and VIP ticket sales have ended. Sponsored by: Event Schedule: 6:00-8:30 Live music: Patrick Dansereau Band (main plaza) 6:00-8:30 Conservation Cruise running - $5.00 6:00-8:00 Carousel rides - free 6:00-8:30 Zoo Farm open 6:30-7:30 Giraffe Encounter feedings - $5.00 (new Giraffe Platform) 7:15 African Wild Dog Encounter zipline 8:00 Red panda zookeeper chat 8:30 Last call for drink and food Event Map: