Early-Bird tickets are on sale now! A limited number of full priced tickets are available at the gate, while supplies last.
Jan 2 – April 17 | $55
April 18 – May 1 | $65
Includes tastings from all vendors
Exclusive 5 oz. tasting cup
May 1, 2026
5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
(Gates close at 7:30 p.m.)
Seneca Park Zoo
2222 St. Paul Street
Rochester, NY 14621
Join us in the Rocky Coast Gallery as our Naturalist Team chats about the wild world of animal reproduction featuring exclusive animals from our ambassador program. Learn the fun and interesting ways animals flirt, pick a mate, and procreate.
Session #1: 6:30 – 7 p.m.
Partners coming soon!
Meet Beekeepers & see a live hive with Empire State Honey Producers Association
Pollinator & Snow Leopard Naturalist Stations
Test your taste buds with cricket & beer pairings
Docent chats about the “birds and the bees” of Seneca Park Zoo animals
Money raised from this event goes directly towards the Seneca Park Zoo’s education and conservation programs both here in our region and throughout the world. Together we can connect with, care for, and support wildlife and wild places!
We can’t wait for you to join us. Just a few
things to help you get ready for a night of fun:
Rain or Shine – This is an outdoor event, and there are limited indoor and covered areas. Dress appropriately for the weather.
Parking – There are several open lots located throughout the Zoo. We encourage utilizing rideshare/Uber/Lyft when possible as parking can be tough.
This is a 21 & Over Event – Valid 21+ photo ID is required for entry. Children are not permitted.
Tastings – Beverage tastings will start at 5:30 p.m.
Last call is 8:15 p.m.
Navigate The Night – There will be tasting maps located throughout the Zoo that share where vendors and activities are located. The animal enrichment schedule will be posted at the entrance and online day of the event.
Take Home Your Favorites – Select tasting partners will be selling at this event. Refer to the full participating vendor list above to see which products you can purchase to enjoy at home. Purchased items can be picked up from Zoo staff at the beverage Check-Out tent when you exit the Zoo.
Last Entry – Is at 7:30 p.m. If you leave the event for any reason, you will be unable to return.
Safety First – Your safety is our priority. All bags will be subject to inspection by security. Outside food and beverages are not permitted and will be confiscated at the entrance.
Smoke-Free Park – Smoking and vaping of any kind is only permitted in parking lots outside of Zoo grounds.
Zoo Accessibility – Wheelchairs are available at our ZooShop, free of charge. Limited availability on a first come, first served basis. To reserve a wheelchair, contact [email protected]
Get your tickets now!
Keep in touch with your friends at Seneca Park Zoo on this event and more! There’s always something happening at the Zoo.
