Kick off the weekend with a lively Friday night at OktoBEAR-Eve—an exclusive 21+ event featuring seasonal brews, festive vibes, and wild encounters (leave the cubs at home for this one).

What to Expect:

Unlimited sampling: Beer, wine, cider, and seltzer samplings of 30+ flavors
An adults-only (21+) evening visit: Leave the cubs at home and enjoy the rare thrill of roaming the Zoo after hours.
Zoo After Hours: Access to Maryland Wilderness including NEW Red Panda habitat, Farmyard, Penguin Coast, and Northern Passage (closes at dusk). Please note: due to the time of day & fluctuating weather, we cannot guarantee that all animals will be out.
Access to live music, food & vendors: 2 live bands, plus artisan and food vendors

ZOO MEMBERS! Enter your membership number in the "discount" code at checkout to receive $5 off each and every ticket type thanks to our friends at CFG Bank.

On Friday, enjoy scheduled animal activities while sipping on your drinks presented by T. Rowe Price.

COMING SOON

Tiger's Eye Collective Tattooing:

A little ink to remember the unforgettable fun and memories made at OktoBEAR-Eve! Stop by Penguin Coast and make your Zoo memories permanent with a one-of-a-kind tattoo.

Seatings are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and pre-registration at Penguin Coast is required to help manage demand and wait times. Must be 18 years of age or older.

Friday 10/16 from 6-10pm.
Last guest gets the 9:30pm slot.

WANT TO SKIP THE LINE? Donate your old cell phone, small electronic devices, or give a $20 cash donation to the Zoo at the event entrance.

Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

All proceeds benefit animal care and conservation!

Contact the host of OktoBEAR-Eve