TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT FOR THIS EVENT
SIGNATURE FUNDRAISING EVENT
Note to all Zoo guests: The Zoo will be closed on Thursday, June 20 as we prepare to host our Zoofari fundraising event. The Zoo will re-open on Friday, June 21.
SYM Financial Advisors presents Zoofari: Brews, Bites, & Beasts, a WILD fundraising event that offers guests aged 21 and older the chance to sample delicious bites and beverages from over 50 local and regional establishments all while enjoying live music and connecting with our amazing animals. Proceeds from this event support daily operations, education programs, and providing exceptional care for over 1,500 animals.
Must be 21 to attend. Proof of age is required at the gate. No exceptions.
Ticket Information:
- Tickets will go on sale to the general public on May 20, 2024.
- VIP Early Admission Ticket: $175
- Offers admission at 5:30 p.m., fewer lines, and all food and beverage samples.
- Additionally, your VIP ticket grants you access to the VIP Den area, which will offer light snacks and drink tickets redeemable at the Den.
- $115 of this ticket is considered a charitable donation to the Zoo.
- Early Admission Ticket: $150
- These tickets offer admission an hour early – beginning at 5:30 p.m. to explore the Zoo with smaller crowds for one hour and samples throughout the Zoo.
- Please note that this ticket type does not grant access to the VIP Den area.
- $100 of this ticket is considered a charitable donation to the Zoo.
- General Admission Ticket: $100
- Allows admission any time after 6:30 p.m. and all food and beverage samples.
- $50 of this ticket is considered a charitable donation to the Zoo.
- Member Pre-Sale: Current Zoo members will receive a link via email granting early access to Zoofari tickets on May 16, 2024. This limited quantity of pre-sale tickets will be available on a first come, first served basis. Click here to become a Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo member.
For more information, please contact development@kidszoo.org or 260-427-6800 ext. 151
Sponsorship:
Sponsorship opportunities for this event are sold out. If you are interested in other Zoo sponsorship opportunities, please contact Erin Ward at Erin.Ward@kidszoo.org or 260-427-6800 EXT. 152
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THANK YOU to our 2024 sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor:
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Special Thanks To Our Event Partners:
Heyerly’s Ice
2024 BANDS & MUSICIANS:
Aleena York
Alfie Jean & Fella Jack
Mathis Grey
Swimming into View
2024 Vendors:
2Toms Brewing Co.
ACME by Full Circle
Acres Away Winery
Ambrosia Orchard Cidery Meadery
Anheuser-Busch
Ash & Elm Cider, Co.
Auntie Anne’s
Baby Got Smac
Bad Dad Brewing Co.
Bagger Dave’s Tavern
Baker’s Dozen Donuts
Bell’s Brewery
Black Canyon Restaurant
Blondie’s Cookies Inc.
Boston Beer Co.
Byler Lane Winery
Cabana Bay, Java Beach, & Mad Horn Meadery
Casa Ristoranti Italiano
Chapman’s Brewing Co.
Charlie’s Place
Coca-Cola Bottling Co.
Constellation Brands
Cookie Cottage, Inc.
Copper Forge Distilling
Country Heritage Winery & Vineyard
Crazy Pinz
Crescendo Coffee & More
DeBrand Fine Chocolates
Dot & Line Brewing Co.
Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream
Fort Wayne Chocolate Fountain
Fortlandia Brewing Co.
Georgetown Family Entertainment Centers
Granite City Food and Brewery
Hop River Brewing Co.
JK O’Donnell’s
Kekionga Craft Co.
Kona Ice
Lagunitas Brewing Co.
Mark Anthony Brands International
McAlister’s Deli
Metazoa Brewing Co.
Molson Coors Beverage Co.
New Oberpfalz Brewing
One Love
Ophelia’s
P.F. Chang’s
Pilot Project Brewing
Poptique Gourmet Popcorn
Portillo’s
Quaff ON! Brewing Co.
Revolution Brewing
Rhinegeist Brewery
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Salsa Grille
Sassie Cakes
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Smile More Meal Prep LLC
Summit City Brewerks
Teds Beerhall
Tim Hortons
Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee
Two Bandits Brewing Co.
Upland Brewing Co.
Whip & Chill
Ziffle’s Rib Bar