Note to all Zoo guests: The Zoo will be closed on Thursday, June 15 so we can prepare for our Zoofari fundraising event. The Zoo will re-open on Friday, June 16.
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 15, 2023.
- 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.
- 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.
- General Admission Tickets: $85
- Allows admission any time after 6:30 p.m. and all food and beverage samples.
- Member Presale: Current Zoo members will receive a link via email granting early access to VIP and General Admission tickets on May 11, 2023.
For more information, please contact development@kidszoo.org or 260-427-6800 ext. 151
Sponsorship:
For information about sponsorship availability, please contact Erin Ward at
Erin.Ward@kidszoo.org or 260-427-6800 EXT. 152
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THANK YOU to our 2022 sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor:
Savannah Sponsors:
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Special Thanks To:
2022 Vendors:
2 Toms Brewing Co.
AALCO Distributing
Ash & Elm Cider Co.
Bad Dad Brewing Co.
Bagger Dave’s Burger Tavern
Baker Street Steakhouse
Beach House Beverages
Bell’s Brewery
Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano
Black Canyon Restaurant
Blondie’s Cookies
Boston Beer Co.
Byler Lane
Casa Ristorante Italiano
Catalyst Distilling
Chapman’s Brewing Co.
Chow Down Korean Tacos
Club Soda
Coca-Cola
Cookie Cottage
Country Heritage Winery
Crazy Pinz
Crossroads Kombucha
DeBrand Fine Chocolates
Dot & Line Brewing Co.
Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream
Eddie Merlot’s
Elysian Brewing Co.
Five Star Distributing
For Goodness Cakes!
Fort Wayne Chocolate Fountain
Fortlandia Brewing Co.
Full Circle BBQ
Georgetown Entertainment
Gnonetowm Brewing Co.
Hartland Winery
Hop River Brewing Company
Hotel Tango Fort Wayne
JK O’Donnell’s Irish Ale House
Kekionga Cider Co.
Kona Ice
Landing Beer Co.
Mad Anthony Brewing Company
McAlister’s Deli
Mercadito Taqueria Food Truck
Mike’s Hard Lemonade Co.
Molson Coors
New Holland Brewing
PF Chang’s
Poptique Gourmet Popcorn
Proximo
Revolution Brewing
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Salsa Grille
Sassie Cakes
Saugatuck Brewing Co.
Shigs in Pit BBQ & Brew
Smile More Meal Prep & Catering
St. Julian Wine Co.
Summit City Brewerks
Ted’s Beerhall
The Hoppy Gnome & GnomeTown Brewing Co.
Traveling Tom’s Coffee
Trubble Brewing
Two Bandits Brewing Co.
Whip & Chill
Yuengling
Ziffles Rib Bar
2022 BANDS:
JacksonVibe
Joey Lamping
Karlea & Andy
Mathis Grey
Swimming into View
The Paper Heart