Kick-off your summer at the most unique beer festival inside the perimeter, Brew at the Zoo! 

Enjoy beer and wine samples from breweries all over including Georgia, live music throughout the Zoo, yard games, and so much more while savoring incredible views of our animals. 

Join us after–hours to sample beer from some of Georgia’s top breweries; jam to live music around the Zoo; compete in yard games; hang with your herd; and so much more as you’re inspired by views of some of our planet’s most amazing wildlife. Don’t miss our longest-running beer festival tradition – find out why Brew at the Zoo has been a Memorial Day weekend favorite for more than 18 years! 

VIP early entry: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. |    Main Event: 5:30 – 9:00 p.m. (Last event entry 7:30 p.m.) 

TICKETS

Early Bird Sale (March 28 – April 25)

  •  Member General Admission: $50
  • Non-Member General Admission: $60
  • VIP: $120

General Sale (April 26 – May 24 or until sold out)

  • Member General Admission: $60
  •  Non-Member General Admission: $70
  • VIP: $130
 Non-Member & VIP Tickets Member Tickets

General Admission

  • Beer and wine sampling from over 30 breweries while supplies last  
  • Collectible 5 oz. tasting mug for sampling  
  • Animal viewing and scheduled Keeper Talks  
  • Live music to keep you partying all night  
  • Complimentary rides until 8:30 p.m. on the Endangered Species Carousel  
  • A variety of delicious food options will be available for purchase throughout the Zoo (card only)

VIP

All General Admission offerings, plus:

  • Early admission at 4:30 p.m.  
  • Exclusive access to the all-new VIP lounge in the Michael &Thalia Carlos Ballroom of Savanna Hall  
  • Select beer and wine tastings in the VIP lounge 
  • Private restrooms in Savanna Hall 
  • Groove to the beats of DJ Kate 
  • Charcuterie box from Graze Craze to nibble while you explore (limited number of vegetarian boxes available) 
  • Walk away with a swag bag bursting with goodies: a commemorative Brew at the Zoo bag, T-shirt, bottled water, and snacks 
  • Limited edition Brew at the Zoo pint glass to take home 

Adults Only: This is a ticketed rain-or-shine event for those aged 21 and up only. Physical IDs will be checked at the door; guests under 21 will not be admitted. Please drink responsibly and prearrange a safe ride home.

Participating Breweries

What's Brewing?

Tickets include a selection of samples from top Georgia breweries and cideries, check back soon for the full list!

Tunes

Who's playing?

  • High Cotton: An americana party experience | 7:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. | near Grand Patio
  • Rock Duo: Covers of your favorite rock ‘n roll songs | 5:30 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. | outside Zambezi Elephant Center
  • SBC Duo: Acoustic jams | 4 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Entry Plaza 

Frequently Asked Questions

See the FAQs

Sponsorship Opportunities:

Interested in having a presence at Brew at the Zoo? Contact corporaterelations@zooatlanta.org for more information. 

Questions?

Email publicevents@zooatlanta.org.  

As a nonprofit organization with a vital mission, Zoo Atlanta appreciates your support!

While you sip, your ticket is hard at work supporting conservation initiatives to protect species and their habitats, here at home and around the globe.

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