BIRDS, BEES & BREWS!

Raise a glass and celebrate spring at our Birds, Bees, and Brews tasting event! Stroll the Zoo after-hours as you sample some of our region’s best brews – from cider and beer to local coffee and kombucha. Save the Date, May 9, 2025, early-bird tickets on sale February 7!

A TASTING CELEBRATION!

Cheers to spring! Kick off springtime in Rochester at Seneca Park Zoo with an after-hours tasting event highlighting inclusive local brews – from beer, coffee, and cider to kombucha and hop water. Enjoy tastings as you explore animal habitats, get close up with our animal ambassadors, snack at local food trucks, learn about animals and ecology from our naturalist team, and more. This 21+ night out is the perfect way to welcome the warmer months to come!

Love it? Take it home! Select tasting vendors will be selling products for guests to take home that night.

Raise a glass for a fundraiser that directly supports Seneca Park Zoo Society’s mission of providing education and conservation programs to our community and around the world.

Together we can connect with, care for, and conserve wildlife and wild places!

Get your tickets now!

SPONSOR THIS EVENT

Take your support further by becoming a sponsor!

SUPPORT THE ZOO AND REGIONAL BREWERS

This event will showcase some of the region’s best best brews –
from cider and beer to coffee and kombucha!

WHERE

Seneca Park Zoo
2222 St. Paul Street
Rochester, NY 14621

WHEN

May 9, 2025
5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
(Gates close at 7:30 p.m.)

TICKETS

Early Bird Tickets $55
February 2 – April 25

General Admission Tickets $65 starting April 26

Tastings from all vendors
Exclusive 5 oz. tasting cup
2 drawing tickets

We encourage utilizing rideshare/Uber/Lyft when possible as parking can be tough.
Use the drop off area for rideshares, getting you into the park and into the event faster!

Guest must be 21 years or older to attend.

2025 TASTING PARTNERS COMING SOON

NATURALISTS AT NIGHT*

*NEW* Conversations About the Wild World of Animal Reproduction

*Additional $5 at the Door, Limited Tickets Available

Session #1: 6:30 – 7 p.m.

Session #2: 7:30 – 8 p.m.

FOOD

Coming soon!

ACTIVITIES

Visit with our Animal Ambassadors Throughout the Night

Win Unique Prizes!

Bird Mate
Match Game

Cricket & Beer Pairing

EXPERIENCE

Coming soon!

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!

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

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 is Free – There are several open lots located throughout the Zoo.

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]