A TASTING CELEBRATION!

Join us at Wine for Wildlife, an after-hours tasting event that brings together wine enthusiasts and wine professionals for an incredible evening in support of Seneca Park Zoo.

Guests can enjoy sampling 50+ sustainable and environmentally focused wines from leading regional wineries and national distributors. 

During the night, learn more about earth-friendly wine making, discover new vintages, meet animal ambassadors, savor small bites, enjoy live music, and gain a deeper understanding of how thoughtful vineyard production can create a healthier ecosystem – and delicious wines!

Get tickets before they sell out!

TICKETS

$75 Includes wine tastings, Wine For Wildlife glass, and
tapas stroll.

WHEN

September 26, 2025
5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
(Gates close at 7:30 p.m.)

WHERE

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

TASTING PARTNERS

Distributors

Banville Wine Merchants
Cuvée Imports
Empire Merchants North
F.L.X. Uncorked
Polaner Selections
M.S Walker

Wineries

Anthony Road Wine Company
Apollo’s Praise
Brisa Suave
Bonterra Organic Estates
Living Roots
Montezuma Winery
Osmote Wine
Ravines Wine Cellars
Ria’s Wines
Usonia Wine

EDUCATIONAL TASTING SESSION

6:30 – 7:00pm – “Grape Vibes: Hybrid Grapes and supporting thriving vines in the Finger Lakes” 

Enjoy an exclusive tasting of vintages from Montezuma Winery as you participate in a guided conversation with industry professionals on the importance of healthy vines and the connection they have to a thriving ecosystem in the Finger Lakes region. 

Tickets are $15 and available at checkout.  Space is limited.

MEET OUR FEATURED PANELISTS

Phil Plummer

Head Winemaker with Martin Family of Wineries *Montezuma & Idol Ridge

Shomari Smoak

Wine educator for Living Roots Wine, beverage education at New York Kitchen, and Sommelier

Brian Eshenaur

Associate Director at Cornell University’s Integrated Pest Management Program

EXPERIENCE

Activities

Live music by the Daniel King Quartet

Meet animal ambassadors

Purchase your favorite wines from the
night, thanks to
Pinnacle Wine & Liquor

Chat with wine professionals

Tapas Stroll

Enjoy a selection of six delicious and savory bites as you sip and stroll.

*Please note that regular Zoo food services and restaurants will be closed.

Parking Add-on

Add Reserved Parking to your purchase for $10 to guarantee a parking spot in Lot A, the closest lot to the zoo entrance. One add-on ticket required per vehicle. Limited to 100 tickets.

Money raised from this event goes directly towards Seneca Park Zoo’s education and conservation programs both here in our region and throughout the world.

SPONSOR THIS EVENT

Take your support further by becoming a sponsor!

Thank you to our Tapas Tasting Sponsor

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 Seneca Park. VIP parking is located in the front lot and is available as an add-on for purchase with ticket.

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 entry is at 7:30. Last call is 8:15 p.m.
 

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!

Questions? 
Angela Giuseppetti [email protected] 
585-295-7388