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Bears and Brews - May 17, 6:00 - 9:30 pm

From Dens to Drafts. Hibernation is Over! This Zoo After Hours event welcomes adults age 21+ for a spring evening among the animals of the Minnesota Zoo. Make it a date night or invite a whole herd of friends for cold drinks, dining, dancing, music, and animal activities. And as you explore every trail, you’ll be joining us in our work to save wildlife across the world.

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Zoo Access
All Animal Trails and Habitats – including Farm Babies!
Treetop Trail
20+ Vendor Sampling Stations
Food & Bar Stations
Free Carousel Rides (weather permitting)

Activities and ticket inclusion - 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Silent Dance Party in Discovery Bay
Trivia
Gift Shop
Photo Opportunities
Free Parking

Ticket Information

Tickets are limited, non-refundable, and unexchangeable. Advanced, online ticket purchase is required to attend.
Parking is complimentary during our Zoo After Hours events.

• Member Adult: $40
• Non-member Adult: $45
• Tickets will increase by $5 on day of event, if still available

$40 Member tickets are limited to those covered by your Minnesota Zoo membership. If you have a "plus" or "dual" zoo membership, you may bring the same number of guests as for a regular Zoo visit at the $40 ticket price. Attendees not covered under a membership must pay the Adult $45 ticket price.

Want to purchase more than 15 tickets? We’re here to help with group sales! Contact [email protected] or call 952.431.9585 for personal assistance in making group ticket purchases.

Additional FAQs

• Tickets are limited and non-refundable. You must purchase tickets online in advance to attend the event
• 21+ Event
• Onsite ID Check and Wristband Stations
• Those under the age of 21 including infants and children will not be admitted.
• The Minnesota Zoo is a smoke-free, vape-free facility and requests responsible drinking.
• No outside food or beverage during Bears and Brews events.

The Minnesota Zoo will make all reasonable modifications to policies and programs to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to enjoy all its programs, services, and activities. Information about how to request ADA accommodation is included in the order confirmation.