OktoBEAR-Eve

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.

• 5:30 – Animal Ambassador presentation

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!