zoo wine tour

Date & Time

August 8, 2024 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Early Entry: 6:30pm

General Admission: 7:00pm

Ends at 9:30pm

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Wild About Wine

Cheers to all wine lovers – join us for our annual wine-tasting event!  Wild About Wine will feature a variety of red, white, and rose wines from the Toast to the Wild Presenting sponsor – Cavalier Distributing, at 15 different stations throughout the Zoo. Stroll the Zoo sampling wine in your complimentary souvenir glass while listening to great music and visiting the different animal habitats. Food will be available for purchase at our casual dining locations. For our non-wine drinkers, there will be a beer and cocktail station available as well!

This event is part of Toast to the Wild, sponsored by Cavalier Distributing, which benefits the Lindner Center for Conservation and Research for Endangered Wildlife ( CREW ). Events increase exposure for CREW locally and all funds raised go directly to support ongoing research. These unique tasting events give guests the opportunity to enjoy an adult-only evening at the Zoo, try beverage samples, experience up-close animal encounters, and more!

Wild About Wine begins at 7:00 pm and is rain or shine. This event is for guests 21 and up, no exceptions.

We’ve gone digital with our Wild About Wine map this year! Be sure to have the Interactive Zoo Map link ready with location services turned on prior to arrival!

Wild About Wine is SOLD OUT

• Drink tickets
• Access to the entire Zoo for an adult evening!
• Commemorative Glass
• Animal Encounters
• Free rides on carousel and train are included with ticket
• General admission inclusions plus:
• Early Entry
• Additional drink tickets
• Opportunity to sample all stations throughout the Zoo first

Entertainment

Music from  Q102  DJ’s will also be playing throughout the night!

Heather Roush & The HeartStrings

Heather Roush & The HeartStrings  will be playing at Wild About Wine! They play country/bluegrass music all around the tri-state area.

Thank you for supporting “A Toast To The Wild – Tasting Series”!

This event is part of Toast to the Wild, sponsored by Paycor, which benefits the Lindner Center for Conservation and Research for Endangered Wildlife (CREW). Events increase exposure for CREW locally and all funds raised go directly to support ongoing research. These unique tasting events give guests the opportunity to enjoy an adult only evening at the Zoo, try beverage samples, experience up-close animal encounters, and more!

General Info

• Credit cards are accepted at food stations.
• Smoking is not permitted in the Zoo
• Event held rain or shine
• You will receive your lanyard with drink-sampling tickets upon presenting the event ticket at entry.
• This is an adult event; all guests must be at least 21 years old and present a valid photo ID.
• No babies or children permitted.
• Bags will be subject to search.
• Guests without valid photo ID will not be permitted to enter the event.
• If you have any accommodation requests, please contact  [email protected]  3 weeks prior to event.

What To Wear

Ideas for what to wear

FAQs and Policies

For questions about the event, you can send an email to: [email protected] .

The Early Entry experience includes entrance to the Zoo starting at 6:30pm, 30 minutes before the rest of the event plus additional drink tickets.

Please park in the Zoo’s main parking lot at 3427 Vine Street . Just look for the solar panels!

For taxi and driver drop-off, please direct vehicles to meet you at the Front Zoo Entrance (3325 Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH 45220)

Your confirmation email will have an attached PDF that holds your ticket. Print out a copy of the attachment/ticket and bring it with you the evening of the event.  If you did not receive an email, check your SPAM folder as well as your Trash folder.

If those turn up blank, please either arrive a little early with your confirmation number or email our Visitor Experience Team at  [email protected] .

Your Toast to the Wild ticket is good for admission beginning at 7:00pm (6:30pm for Early Entry) on the scheduled event date.  Please visit the ticketing page  to learn more about planning your visit to the Zoo.

You will find a variety of food options, available for purchase, throughout the event at select concession stands.

We also have a variety of vegetarian and gluten-free options available for purchase.

Yes, there will be stations serving complimentary Pepsi products and water during the event.

Yes, the events are held rain or shine – please make sure you dress comfortably for the weather.

$35 of each ticket goes directly to support CREW’s research both here and abroad.

The Center for Conservation and Research of Endangered Wildlife (CREW) was the first of its kind, state-of-the-art research facility dedicated to saving endangered plants and animals from extinction. The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is one of only three Zoos in the United States to have a facility dedicated to conservation and research. Read more about CREW. 

Toast to the Wild events are for adults only as they feature alcoholic beverages – you must be at least 21 years old to attend.

Once we have reached capacity via pre-purchased ticket sales, we are unable to sell any additional tickets at the door. We highly recommend you pre-purchase your tickets.

Please dress comfortably for a fun evening at the Zoo – remember the events are rain/shine and feature both indoor and outdoor habitats throughout the Zoo.

What to wear ideas

$35 of each event ticket is tax-deductible. You can find this information on your receipt.

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Unique wine tours & tastings in malibu, wine tours in our slice of malibu wine country, unique wine tastings & experiences for adventurers, thrill seekers, and wine connoisseurs.

Malibu Wine Hikes & Tours strives to provide a memorable experience for adventurers, thrill-seekers, and wine connoisseurs, or those who are simply looking to have a great time and try new things in the beautiful Malibu Wine Country in California.

The three types of tours offered are great fun and highly educational, with skilled tour guides leading excursions through scenic Saddlerock Ranch , an 1100-acre vineyard and working ranch with photo opportunities, beautiful views, and nature abound!

Whether you live nearby or are visiting from far away, these Malibu wine tours will give you a fresh, different perspective of a familiar part of Southern California that is at the same time wild, untamed, and so, so classic. Explore our vineyard on a unique Malibu, California wine tour.

Nature-Focused Wine Tour: Wine Hike

For those looking to get out into the bright sunshine and move their bodies, the hiking tour may be the wine hiking tour for you! Walk through the vineyard and enjoy learning about the history of the ranch, the local flora and fauna of the Santa Monica Mountains, and the grapes that are grown on the property, with a brief mid-hike beverage offered and many stops to see the beautiful sights.

Adventurous Spirited: 4x4 Malibu Wine tour

For those more interested in riding around the ranch in style, this vineyard tour takes you and four other friends to several spots to enjoy awe-inspiring views, gorgeous picture-taking spots, delicious snacks, and beverages, and learn about the history of Saddlerock Ranch.

Explore Across Malibu: Wine Tasting VW Bus Tour

For those looking to experience more of what Malibu has to offer, this VW bus tour through Saddlerock Ranch and out onto the Malibu roads. You will be able to enjoy an exciting music-filled ride in the vintage Volkswagen Bus, take gorgeous pictures by the beach and taste some of the most delicious wines Malibu has to offer!

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Private wine tour.

For bachelorette parties, corporate events, birthdays, or other private events, a private wine tour will enable you and a much larger group to either do a wine tasting hike or a 4×4 vineyard tour together, with no outside parties able to book spots with your group!

This can be great for an experience that will more intimately accommodate you and your party. Have a group over 5 people? Rent multiple 4×4 vehicles with plenty of snacks and beverages for a more sizable group.

Lunch or further snacks may be catered in for your event, with our preferred local catering company, Blue Table, offering choices of sandwiches, salads, cheese and charcuterie boards, and dessert options for a party that may coincide with lunch or dinner.

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Delight in a delectable mix of wines from around the world, hors d'oeuvres, live music and more. Bring your friends for a fun group outing or make it a romantic couple's night out. You deserve it!

All participants must be age 21 or older. Valid ID will be required. Toledo Zoo reserves the right to refuse entry to any individual or party who does not comply with this policy. Refunds will not be issued for tickets purchased for any party that is under the age 21 or cannot provide valid ID at time of entry.

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Wine Tasting at Riverbanks Botanical Garden

April 19, 2024 | 7:00 – 9:30 PM

Join us for an evening of elegance and exploration as you sample hand-selected wines and light bites in one of the nation’s most beautiful and inspiring gardens.

Wine Tasting at Riverbanks Botanical Garden is a delightful journey for seasoned wine enthusiasts and newcomers. Come sip, savor, and unwind with us. For those who prefer hops to grapes, an assortment of craft brews can be sampled in the Beer Garden.

Tickets should be purchased in advance. A limited number of tickets available.

Event Features:

Sip from a selection of over 120 varieties of wines.

Sample light bites from top-rated local restaurants.

Listen to live music and dance at the all-new silent disco.

All proceeds support the care and conservation of wildlife and wild places.

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Sustainable Wine+Dinner Series 2024

Farm-to-table dinners, local wineries, and an exciting take on conservation and sustainability.

For these exclusive evenings under the stars at the L.A. Zoo, we’ve partnered with California wineries whose offerings serve as the inspiration for custom four-course menus created by our own executive chef, Adam Young. 

Along with the spectacular views of the Zoo, guests will be able to see sustainability from different angles—from agriculture to food and wine production to wildlife conservation. Each evening focuses on a different topic and features conversations with a curator or keeper and wine introductions from winery representatives.  

$175 / $165 for GLAZA Members 

Limited tickets available online only. Must be 21+. 

WINERY: CAELLA WINES

Thursday, April 11, 2024  6 to 9 p.m.

PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES

Wild Mushroom Tart

Goat Chevre mousse

Dungeness Crab Tostada

Chili pepita aioli, lime slaw, avocado mousse

Thai Chicken Cup

Mixed herbs, cucumber, pickled red onion, peanuts, endive

FIRST COURSE

Roasted tomato, cucumber, English peas, pickled onion, arugula, torn bread, cider vinaigrette

Wine Choice: 2021 Caella Wines Pinot Noir

Pan Seared Diver Scallops

Creamed corn, fennel & pork belly hash, grilled asparagus, citrus beurre Blanc

Wine Choice: 2022 Caella Wines Sparkling Wine (Sauvingnon Blanc)

Mango Passionfruit Cheesecake

Graham Cracker Crust

To request a vegetarian entree or to advise of any food allergies, please email  [email protected] by April 4. We are unable to accommodate any other substitutions to the menu. However, we can share ingredients or other information before you purchase a ticket.

WINERY: Ramona Ranch Winery

Thursday, May 9, 2024  6 to 9 p.m.

Wine Choice: 2022 Ramona Ranch Viognier

Fried Zucchini Bite

Herb goat chevre, red pepper relish

Beet Cured Salmon

House made Boursin, red onion jam, crostini

Ginger Soy Braised Pork Belly Bao

Pickled vegetables, char chili aioli

Wine Choice: 2022 Ramona Ranch Grenache

Grilled, Pickled & Fresh Stone Fruit

Honey mascarpone, crispy prosciutto, pistachio gremolata, arugula

Wine Choice: 2021 Ramona Ranch Sangiovese, Reserve

Porcini Rubbed Beef Filet

Creamed spinach, potato pave, grilled broccolini, sauce au poivre

Wine Choice: Ramona Ranch Indulge Ten-Year Tawny Port, Reserve

Lemon Panna Cotta

Blueberry compote, shortbread cookie

To request a vegetarian entree or to advise of any food allergies, please email [email protected] by May 2. We are unable to accommodate any other substitutions to the menu. However, we can share ingredients or other information before you purchase a ticket.

The Sustainable Wine+Dinner Series is for guests aged 21 and older. Seating is limited. GLAZA reserves the right to cancel and/or reschedule this event for the sake of public health and safety. All ticket sales are final. 

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Summer Wine Fest

Friday, July 28

6:30–10 p.m.

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Get ready to stroll, sip, and savor at Lincoln Park Zoo’s annual Summer Wine Fest!

This 21+ event will feature more than 50 different varieties of wine from 20 wineries, all of which you’ll enjoy while wandering through the zoo’s lush gardens and alongside animal habitats.

Tickets are limited so grab yours today to enjoy an evening filled with delicious wine and live music at Lincoln Park Zoo.

The Summer Wine Fest VIP experience is back and better than ever!

Digital Program

Click here to download the Summer Wine Fest program

Ticket Information

Vip ticket $79 | 5:30 p.m. admission.

VIP Exclusive

•  An additional hour gives you extra time to sample at the south end of the zoo, plus first access to the north end wine samples when that area opens at 6:30 p.m.
• $10 food voucher to be used at any of our open food establishments
• Exclusive wines for VIP guests only

Also Included

• Twenty tastings of varietals and blends from leading winemaking regions
• Guided garden tour with Lincoln Park Zoo’s horticulture experts
• Lincoln Park Zoo souvenir tasting glass
• Event-exclusive food available for purchase…details to come!
• Free rides on the AT&T Endangered Species Carousel
• Live music performance from local Chicago band Funk Brotherz
• After-hours access to Lincoln Park Zoo’s gardens and exhibits
• Lawn games and plenty of spaces to stroll, sit, and sip with friends and family!

General Admission $55 | 6:30 p.m. Admission

Please note: this event is for guests 21 and older only. no guests under 21 will be permitted into summer wine fest., supported by.

Summer Wine Fest will take place throughout Lincoln Park Zoo’s buildings and grounds.

Animals at Lincoln Park Zoo have the choice to be indoors or out, in view of the public or not. This is a zoo policy that promotes positive animal welfare. We hope many animals will choose to be outside, but they may prefer to spend their evening indoors.

Yes! To learn about accessibility at Lincoln Park Zoo, please visit lpzoo.org/accessibility .

Summer Wine Fest is an age 21+ event only. Children, including infants, are not permitted.

Maybe. If tickets remain available, a limited number will be for sale at zoo entrances. We highly recommend purchasing tickets in advance, though, as this event always sells out quickly!

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All Lincoln Park Zoo event tickets are nonrefundable and nontransferable to another event. If you are not able to make it to the event, feel free to give your ticket to a friend or family member. All events will be held rain or shine. Please dress accordingly!

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Saturday, May 4, 2024 5–8 PM VIP hour 4–5 PM

Roar and pour. it’s a wild wine-tasting event where guests can sip, stroll, and enjoy the spectacular zoo’s views.

For ages 21+ only. Children of any age will not be admitted. Event held rain or shine.

General Admission $95/person

Includes unlimited wine tastings, one souvenir glass, train ride (until 6 PM), and giraffe feeding (until 6 PM).

VIP $130/person

Includes all general admission perks, plus early entry/VIP hour (4–5 PM), appetizers, and animal encounters.

Event Information

Dress comfortably for this casual wine festival, you’ll be outside and walking mostly on grass. The evenings can get chilly this time of year, so bring layers!

Food & Drink

Outside food or drink is not allowed at Roar and Pour. Your General Admission ticket includes unlimited tastings, and if you’re a Roar and Pour VIP, appetizers are included too.

Food and non-alcoholic beverages are also available for purchase.

Getting Here

Whether you take a train, plane, car, or bus, transportation in Santa Barbara is incredibly accessible. Check out  transportation options here.

There is limited parking at Roar and Pour for $11/vehicle. Cars may be left in the lot overnight but must be picked up by 9:30 AM on Sunday.

Transferring Tickets

To transfer your Roar and Pour ticket to someone else, simply print the ticket and give it to that person (or email and have them print it out). They will need to bring the printed ticket AND their photo ID at event check-in, but the name on the ID does not need to match the name on the ticket.

WINES AND MORE

A Roaring Good Time

• Tastings from the region’s leading wineries and breweries
• Souvenir wine glass
• Unlimited giraffe feedings (until 6 PM)
• Unlimited train rides (until 6 PM)
• Zoo animals out late and zookeeper talks
• Unique and beautiful event venue

Wineries Wanted

The success of Roar and Pour is due, in great part, to the generous donations of our winery partners. Won’t you join us this year? Register for Roar and Pour early, as space is limited.

Directions and Parking

From U.S. 101, exit Cabrillo Boulevard.

Take East Cabrillo Boulevard to Niños Drive.

The Zoo is on the right after 1/10 mile.

The Zoo is approximately 30 minutes from Ventura, 50 minutes from the Santa Ynez Valley, and 90 minutes from Los Angeles.

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Malibu Family Wines and Safari: Feed Yaks & Zebras at a Malibu Winery

Located in the hills above Agoura Hills, lies a 1,000 acre winery that is home to one of the only wine safaris I have ever heard of. This is in addition to the fantastic outdoor seating area, and the atmosphere they have at their traditional wine tasting counter, which makes for fun half-day adventure in the Malibu Hills. I mean, when have you got to feed Yaks and Zebras on the same day that you tasted upscale wine? Here is all the information.

• Wine Safari prices vary but start at $65 for 90 minutes (As of 2016)
• Busy on the weekends
• Also offer hiking tours as well
• Information as of 2016

When you arrive for the safari, you will be shown the awesome stadium-style seating jeep that you will be using for this adventure. They usher you onto the back property and then start the tour of the massive grounds.

The first animals we saw were the small herd of four buffalo that greet guests as they enter. I have always liked buffalo, so it was fun to see them up close.

Next, we went to the area where we got to interact with the animals and feed them. Our guides had a selection of carrots that we used to feed everything from alpacas and mini horses to yaks and zebras. It was great; here are some pictures.

I would have to say my personal favorite was the yak; he reminded me of my bulldog and seemed like a big teddy bear.

From there, the tour headed around the family’s house and past the giraffe, which was featured in Hangover 3, and a camel. We couldn’t interact with either of these, but they were still fun to see from afar.

The tour also has a few fun stops along the way, like the door to nowhere and a frame that “frames” one of the best views on the property.

About halfway through the tour, you will see a lake and a small house that we were told you could rent. This seems like it would be an enjoyable way to spend a night with friends on the property, and I might have to look into it more sometime in the future.

The bus continued to wind around the property until it stopped at a quaint little house that is one of the most used wedding spots on the property, and it is easy to see why.

The house has a bedroom and area for the bride and groom to get ready in it, and it overlooks the Conejo Valley.

Even the altar where the ceremony takes place is beautiful and minimalistic, making it perfect for a lovely wedding. Combine that with hills full of vineyards, and you have a great spot to get married or just to relax and take in the views.

This is where you will taste wine as well before heading back to the main area to taste the rest.

The Tasting Area

After heading back to the main area, we walked the ground to see some of the cool attractions they have here as well. One of the most famous is the wine sign that mimics the love sign in Pittsburg. It is heavily photographed, and you can see it at the top of this post.

They also have a wagon with a fish tank, lots of old cars and tons of seating, even an old school bus you can sit in.

The best part about it is that you can bring your own food in to have a makeshift picnic while on the grounds trying wine. It is by far one of the most fun wineries I have been to in a while.

All in all, Malibu Family Wines is a great way to get out of the city and spend a fun day with friends. I can’t wait to go again and would love to hear what you think in the comments.

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Wine in the Wilderness

Wine in the wilderness june 1, 2024 | 6-9 pm | utica zoo.

Wine in the Wilderness is the Utica Zoo’s annual 21+ wine tasting event that takes place right here on zoo grounds annually in June.

The 24th Annual Utica Zoo Wine in the Wilderness is Saturday, June 1st, 2024 from 6pm-9pm at the Utica Zoo! Sample New York State wines from wineries and enjoy LIVE music, food trucks, and a wide variety of vendors. Wine in the Wilderness is rain or shine and strictly 21+ with valid ID. See below for a list of everything that will be included at this year’s event!

Sponsorship opportunities are available. E-mail [email protected] to inquire.

Interested in being a winery or vendor at this event? Email [email protected] for more details! 

*Please Note: the Utica Zoo will close at 1pm on the day of the event for setup. We will reopen at 6pm for the event!*

• Member Admission - Pre-Sale $30
• General Admission - Pre-Sale $35
• Member Admission - At the Door $35
• General Admission - At the Door $40

Designated driver tickets do not get a wine glass and will not be served alcohol at the event.

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Physical ticket locations:.

We will announce any changes that get made to this list prior to the tickets being put on sale!

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Purchase your tickets today.

*To get your Zoo Member discount for digital tickets, enter the email address associated with your zoo membership in the “promotional code” area of ticket checkout! For new members, it may take a few days for the code to register! If that still doesn’t work, you may not have entered an email when you made your membership. Reach out to [email protected] to verify your membership and enter an email.*

Online ticket sales will close on June 1 at 5 pm.

Live Music by:

Free first come first served parking at the Utica Zoo with free overflow parking at  MVCC  Payne Hall parking lot and the  Parkway Rec Center . Shuttle buses will take you to and from the zoo at no cost from 5:30 to 10:00 pm. Attendees may be dropped off and picked up at the zoo. Uber, Lyft, and local taxi companies are highly suggested.

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Wine in the Wilderness 2024 runs from 6pm to 9pm on June 1st!

Everyone – regardless of age – will need to pass through our ID check when entering the zoo. Please make sure you keep you ID on you at all times! 

Wine in the Wilderness is a Wine tasting event, and your ticket (unless you are a Designated Driver) will get you a wine glass and FREE tastings at ALL of the featured wineries. You will also be able to purchase bottles and other merchandise from these wineries should you want event more from them specifically. 

We will have a number of featured market vendors at Wine in the Wilderness all selling a variety of different things. Stay tuned for a complete list of this year’s vendors soon!

This year there will be plenty of choices for food while here at the event so stay tuned to see what this year’s options will  be!

The main change this year will be the layout of the event as a whole! Due to prior years having crowd issues, we have opted to utilize more of the zoo this year to help spread the event out and let it breathe a little easier. Due to this, the event has been spread to our Backyards & Barnyards section, our Zebra View Pavilion, Our Eagle View Pavilion, and even closer to our Overlook (in addition to all the normal places i.e. the Rotary Pavilion, Plaza, and Watering Can Garden).

Smoking will be permitted at the event IN THE DESIGNATED SMOKING AREA. This area will be located between our Kookie’s Q and Rotary Pavilion. There will be signs clearly marking its location. 

While we will have SOME space available to visitors to park at the zoo, we will have OVERFLOW parking at the Parkway Rec Center AND MVCC’s Payne Hall lot. These overflow areas WILL have shuttle buses running to and from them from 5pm until 10pm. 

Tickets will be purchasable at their Pre-Sale rate up until 5pm on June 1st! 

Tickets are available digitally through the links on this page OR through one of the many ticket selling locations around the area (see above). 

While cash is NOT required to enjoy the event, some food trucks and vendors MAY require it. If you don’t bring cash with you, there will be and ATM located in our Visitor Center’s Gift Shop! 

Due to needing a few hours to setup for the event, the zoo will close down at 1pm on June 1st. So if you are planning to visit the zoo during normal hours keep that in mind! 

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• Children 1 & Under FREE
• Child 2 to 12 $6.00
• Adult 13 to 61 $9.00
• Senior 62+. Military, College w/ID $8.00

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SOLD OUT: Wine Gone Wild 2024

Saturday, april 6, 2024 6:00 pm — 8:30 pm, this event has sold out tickets will not be sold at the gate..

You won’t want to miss Reid Park Zoo’s Wine Gone Wild, presented by A Thru Z Consulting & Distributing! Raise your glass at this party for a purpose, as ticket proceeds for this event support education programs, conservation efforts, and care for the animals at the Zoo. Stroll through the Zoo as you sample fine wines and spirits from top regional wineries, distilleries, and beverage partners, and enjoy delectable food tasting and refreshing activities.

$65 General Public, $60 Zoo Members

$130 Premium Experience Ticket, $125 Premium Experience Zoo Members (see details below, limited availability)

This event may sell out.  Tickets go up $10 at the gate. Ages 21 and over only – no children or strollers will be admitted. ID required. No refunds – the event is rain or shine. Thank you for your support of Reid Park Zoo and the animals with your ticket purchase.

Your Wine Gone Wild Ticket Includes:

• 10 tasting tickets
• A commemorative sampling glass
• A wide variety of wine and spirits: 1764 Vineyards , Arizona Hops & Vines , Bawker Bawker Cider House , Birds & Barrels Vineyards , Flying Leap Vineyards , Hamilton Distillers – Whiskey Del Bac , Lightning Ridge Cellars ,   Page Springs Vineyards & Cellars ,  Parch,   Sandor Vineyards/Sonoran Wines , Soaring Wines , Sonoita Vineyards , Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits,   Strive Vineyards , The Meading Room , Twisted Union Wine Company
• Light food sampling from Craft Culinary Concepts, Gourmet Girls Gluten Free Bakery/Bistro , Popped Artisan Popcorn . Cafe will be open for a limited selection of items for purchase. Better Birdie Food Truck will be onsite for food sales.
• Live music by Onesall 
• Animal encounters and activities
• Wine glass painting with CJ Creative Studio
• Spa Zone with Cday & Spa Mobile Services, Mary Kay, glitter tattoos, It’s AB with specialty products

Designated Driver Tickets:

$30 General Public, $25 Zoo Members

Includes: souvenir cup with unlimited soda

Winos for Rhinos Premium Package — SOLD OUT

Get up close and personal with this behind-the-scenes Rhino encounter! Speak with our rhino’s animal care specialists all about these majestic animals and their conservation efforts in the wild. This package includes everything above plus a commemorative “Winos for Rhinos” t-shirt, a bottle of wine, and early access to enter the Zoo at 5:15 p.m. to begin your rhino experience.

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Philly Wine Fest

Philly wine fest is coming to philadelphia zoo, join us for one of two sessions (1-3pm or 4:30-6:30pm) on saturday, may 18..

Philadelphia Zoo is partnering with Craft Hospitality to bring a fabulous selection of wines to the Zoo for  Philly Wine Fest: Spring Edition on Saturday, May 18 . More than two dozen wineries will be pouring a wide selection of specially curated seasonal reds, whites, rosés, and more. The event will take place exclusively on the Zoo’s Impala Lawn with live entertainment performing throughout the day on Impala Stage. Guests are invited to choose from two sessions, 1:00-3:00pm or 4:30-6:30pm, with Early Access options available for admission an hour before the rest of the crowd.

Ticket prices vary from $45 to $69, with early bird pricing expiring soon. This adults-only event is limited to those 21 or older with valid identification. Tickets to the Philly Wine Fest also grant attendees complimentary access to visit the Philadelphia Zoo any time prior to their Philly Wine Fest session time. Once the session begins, guests will enjoy their tasting on Impala Lawn.

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Get ready for an experience you’ll always remember!

Want to get up close and personal with your favorite wildlife, sit back and relax, or tackle a challenging adventure? Choose your safari!

Butterfly Jungle Safari

• $15 per person

Visit Butterfly Jungle in an all new way! Learn about the butterfly life cycle on your way into the Hidden Jungle aviary, then become immersed in the wonder of colorful, fluttering butterflies.

Wildlife Safari

• Ages 3 & up
• $92 & up per person

Travel in the back of a covered, open-air safari truck into our expansive savanna habitats, with an expert guide.  

Behind-the-Scenes Safari

These Safaris are guaranteed to thrill and amaze! Your guide will escort you to a variety of locations around the Park to see animals up close and share stories of wildlife care and conservation.  

Cart Safaris

• $60 & up per person

Sit back in the comfort of a Safari cart, as you enjoy a 60-minute guided tour of the Park’s spacious African or Asian savanna habitats, led by one of our knowledgeable guides. 

Sun Up Cheetah Safari

• $90 & up per person

Come join us at the Safari Park to see what happens before we open our gates to visitors, including watching a cheetah run at top speed!  

Ultimate Safari

• $710 & up per person

Enjoy a custom safari experience of a lifetime! The Ultimate Safari is your key to exclusive areas, wildlife interactions, and the very best in personalized service.

Roar & Snore Safaris

• $160 & up per person

Pack up your “trunk” for a sleepover adventure at the Safari Park! Choose from several age-appropriate sleepover categories with their own themes.  

Flightline Safari

• Ages 8 & up
• $81 & up per person

Soar as high as 130 feet above the ground, with a spectacular bird’s-eye view of rhinos, giraffes, and other wildlife in the savanna habitats below you.

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The zoo will be closed Friday, April 12 due to the weather. 

Wine Safari

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Traverse the globe without ever leaving The Zoo at The Zoo in Forest Park's Wine Safari! This after-work event pairs wines from around the world with animals from the same region, allowing you to travel from country to country meeting the wildlife that inhabits it and trying the wines that are made there.   

This 21+ event takes place at The Zoo in Forest Park and includes animal encounters, bite-size appetizers and wine samples. 

*ALL IDs WILL BE CHECKED AT THE DOOR.*

TICKETS: $50 Your ticket includes wine samples, hors d’oeuvres, parking and animal encounters/keeper talks.   Pre-purchased tickets are required to attend and all attendees must be 21+ with a valid ID. 

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The fine print:.

- All attendees must be 21+ to attend Wine Safari. Anyone without a valid form of photo ID or anyone under the age of 21 will be denied entry without a refund. All attendees will be required to show photo ID.

- Proper photo identification includes a valid driver's license, passport or U.S. military card. Pictures of ID will not be accepted.

- Ticket sales are final. No refunds will be offered. 

- The event is rain or shine, so be sure to dress for the weather!

- The saftey of our animals, guests and staff is of the utmost importance. Anyone who compromises the saftey of any humans or animals will be removed from the event without refund. Bartenders at each station reserve the right to deny service. 

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San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew Celebration is Back To Delight the Taste Buds While Saving Wildlife

SAN DIEGO (July 14, 2023) – San Diego’s wildest tasting event returns to the San Diego Zoo on Sept. 23, when more than 3,000 attendees will enjoy sampling a multitude of mouthwatering menu items and refreshing beverages from more than 100 restaurants, dessert shops, brewers, wineries and other vendors. The San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew Celebration is a yearly gala that serves up fun, entertainment, food and beverages.  

During the San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew Celebration, guests will enjoy a multitude of entertainment experiences—including live music, dancing and other amazing activities. The festival started as Kicks for Critters in 1980, and has grown exponentially. Today, it is one of San Diego’s premier tasting events, with the unique task of helping make possible wildlife conservation work not only in San Diego, but worldwide though the Alliance’s eight conservation hubs on six continents.  

General admission tickets for the San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew Celebration are $150. The fun begins at 7:30 p.m. and continues until 11 p.m. For guests looking for extra-special pampering, VIP admission is “the ticket.” VIP guests enter at 6:30 p.m. and enjoy exclusive access to a VIP lounge throughout the night—including hosted food and drinks, VIP-only restrooms, plush lounge furnishings and special wildlife encounters. VIP admission is $275 per person. Tickets for the San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew Celebration may be purchased by calling 619-718-3000 or by booking online at zoofoodandwine.com . Guests must be at least 21 years of age to attend; no children or strollers are permitted. 

Food and beverage vendors interested in participating in the San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew Celebration can view an online application https://zoofoodandwine.com/food-vendors . 

About San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance   San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is a nonprofit international conservation leader, committed to inspiring a passion for nature and working toward a world where all life thrives. The Alliance empowers people from around the globe to support their mission to conserve wildlife through innovation and partnerships. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance supports cutting-edge conservation and brings the stories of their work back to the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park—giving millions of guests, in person and virtually, the opportunity to experience conservation in action. The work of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance extends from San Diego to eco-regional conservation “hubs” across the globe, where their expertise and assets—including the renowned Wildlife Biodiversity Bank—are able to effectively align with hundreds of regional partners to improve outcomes for wildlife in more coordinated efforts. By leveraging these skills in wildlife care and conservation science, and through collaboration with hundreds of partners, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance has reintroduced more than 44 endangered species to native habitats. Each year, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s work reaches over 1 billion people in 150 countries via news media, social media, their websites, educational resources and the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorers television programming, which is in children’s hospitals in 13 countries. Success is made possible by the support of members, donors and guests to the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park, who are Wildlife Allies committed to ensuring all life thrives.

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Ice Cube, Blues Traveler and Cake to play OKC's Zoo Amphitheatre this summer: What to know

The first round of concerts for this summer's season at Oklahoma City's legendary Zoo Amphitheatre has been revealed.

With the historic venue under new management and undergoing renovations, its team announced Tuesday morning a diverse lineup of five shows for August and September.

On Aug. 2, the 90-year-old outdoor stage will host Rock and Roll Hall of Fame rapper Ice Cube and his "Legends of Hip Hop Tour" featuring E-40 and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony .

Grammy Award winners Blues Traveler and platinum-selling rockers Big Head Todd and the Monsters will perform Aug. 3 at Zoo Amp.

British New Wave stalwarts Howard Jones and ABC , along with platinum-selling Brit-funk band Haircut One Hundred , will turn Aug. 24 into '80s night.

On Sept. 1 , Dirty Heads and Slightly Stoopid will bring reggae-rock to the Zoo Amphitheatre .

“The Distance" hitmakers Cake will perform at the revamped OKC venue on Sept. 8.

More summer concerts at the Zoo Amphitheatre are expected to be announced soon.

OKC's Zoo Amphitheatre undergoing infrastructure updates

The venerable venue at the Oklahoma City Zoo is undergoing infrastructure and facilities updates before this year's outdoor concert season begins, with a focus on retaining the amphitheater's history and integrity.

Last month, it was revealed that the Zoo Amp has brought on a seasoned local management team with the backing of national partners SaveLive to produce the 2024 concert season and beyond. SaveLive also manages the OKC venues The Criterion, Tower Theatre, Beer City Music Hall and Ponyboy.

The Zoo Amphitheatre's storied history dates back to 1933, when construction started on the venue as part of the Civilian Conservation Corps , an economic recovery program established to provide jobs during the Great Depression.

Over the past nine decades, the amphitheater has hosted concerts by some of the top names in music, including Marvin Gaye, Willie Nelson, Chicago, ZZ Top, Grateful Dead, Sting, Dire Straits, the Steve Miller Band, Santana, Judas Priest, Joni Mitchell, Heart, Lynyrd Skynyrd and iconic Oklahomans the late JJ Cale, Vince Gill , the late Toby Keith and The Flaming Lips .

The newly announced shows will be the first concerts at the legendary venue since Oklahoma pop-punk band The All-American Rejects performed there last October.

When will tickets go on sale to this summer's Zoo Amphitheatre shows?

Tickets for the newly announced August and September shows at Zoo Amp go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 12.

A venue presale will launch at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 11.

To buy tickets, register for the presale and get more information, go to http://www.okczooamp.com .

Fans also can follow the venue on Facebook at facebook.com/okczooamp and on Instagram at instagram.com/okczooamp .

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