Wine for Wildlife spotlights wineries with a focus on environmentally conscious winemaking. It’s the perfect event for wine lovers looking to learn more about how earth-friendly practices at vineyards make some of their favorite wines possible.
Spend the evening tasting earth friendly vintages, savoring small bites, meeting Ambassador Animals, connecting with wine professionals, and gaining a deeper understanding of just how impactful thoughtful wine production is not only for the environment but also for the flavor of your favorite wines.
Thank you to our presenting sponsor Brite for helping make this event possible!
Get tickets before they sell out!
$65 per person includes wine tastings, wine for wildlife glass, and access to grazing stations
September 25, 2026
5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
(Gates close at 7:30 p.m.)
Seneca Park Zoo
2222 St. Paul Street
Rochester, NY 14621
Live Music
Ambassador Animal Meet & Greets
Grazing Table
Interactive Butterfly Beltway Nature Cart
Purchase your favorite wines from the night for pick up later, thanks to our retail partner Pinnacle Wine & Liquor
Take home an earth-friendly wine glass made from 30% recycled, Ocean Bound Plastic
Osmote
Pinnacle Wine & Liqour
Polaner Selections
Ria’s Wines
Unwine’d
Fulkerson Winery
Anthony Road
Bodega Santa Julia
Fox Run Vineyards
Apollos Praise
Brisa Suave
Living Roots
Montezuma Winery
Cuvée Imports
F.L.X. Uncorked
Yalumba Winery
6:30 – 7:00pm –
Fox Run Vineyards – The Perfect Pair: Blending Sustainability into Award Winning Wine
Enjoy an exclusive tasting and guided conversation with industry professionals.
Tickets are $15 and available at checkout. Space is limited.
Sommelier and Wine Educator
at Living Roots
Community Science Coordinator at Seneca Park Zoo
Global Sales Director
of Fox Run Vineyards
Technical Specialist of Viticulture & Enology at FLCC
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.
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]
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