Q 'n Brew

BBQ and Brews at the Zoo!

Enjoy barbeque and other summertime classics from great local restaurants at this family-friendly cookout. Refreshing beer and a fabulous bluegrass band will keep everyone rocking! Plus, enjoy up-close animal meet and greets, fun lawn games and thrilling tortoise races!

Join us for a laidback summer night with good food, live music, great people, and all our Zoo animal friends!

WITH EVENT ADMISSION, GUESTS WILL ENJOY:

• Full Zoo Admission
• Meet and Greets with behind-the-scenes animals
• Tortoise Races
• Lawn Games and Bubbles
• Live Music from Bluetastic Fangrass including covers and original material based in bluegrass, swing, and blues
• Exclusive Q 'n Brew Cup
• 3 Complimentary Drink Tickets (Designated Driver and Child ticketholders will not receive drink tickets and will have access to unlimited soft drinks and water)
• Great beer and wine including local and domestic options
• BBQ and other meals for purchase from local restaurants. Food is not included with your ticket purchase and must be purchased separately from participating food trucks and vendors

WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND PURCHASING TICKETS ONLINE:

• Zoo members and non-members are highly encouraged to reserve their tickets online. Tickets are limited and will likely sell out, so don't wait to save your spot!

EVENT EXTRAS:

• Barbeque plates and other dishes available for purchase from all vendors. Pricing varies per vendor
• Gift Shop will be open
• Carousel Rides
  • $2 for members - $3 for non-members
• Giraffe Feedings
  • $4 for members - $5 for non-members

ANIMALS:

• Be sure to catch our tortoise races and cheer on your favorite tortoise species throughout the event!
• Many of the Zoo's animal ambassadors will make appearances throughout the event to meet you!

What to Expect:

• A family-friendly experience with food vendors, drink vendors, Zoo animals, games, live music and more as you tour the Zoo.
• A limited number of tickets available for the event.
  
  • Members and non-members are highly encouraged to reserve their tickets online. Refunds or exchanges not available. Event is held rain or shine.
• Attendees are welcome to bring their own refillable water bottles and utilize our refill stations on Zoo grounds. It's going to be hot, so please stay hydrated! Water and soft drinks are available for free.
• Adult tickets come with three drink tickets redeemable for beer or wine. Additional drink tickets will NOT be available for purchase. Designated Driver Tickets holders will not receive drink tickets and are prohibited from drinking alcohol on Zoo grounds during Q 'n Brew.
• Proper ID will be required in order to receive alcoholic beverages. Those without IDs will not be served.