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Brews Around the Zoo 2026

February 21, 2013

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

3755 W. Seminole Boulevard Sanford, FL 32771

Brews Around the Zoo 2026

Day or Night? Choose Your Vibe

For the first time ever, Brews Around the Zoo is a 2-day event! Join us for a weekend of craft beer tastings, live music, and wild fun – with two unique experiences to pick from!

Both days, sample from 30+ tastings including craft beers, seltzers, canned cocktails, and wines while you stroll the Zoo and enjoy live entertainment.

  • Saturday | Nightlife, music, party energy
  • Sunday | Sunshine, animal encounters, with a more chill pace
  • Both days? | You know who you are. Cheers!

Saturday Nightlife

February 21, 2026
5:00 – 9:00 PM

Early Access & VIP – 4:00 PM

Kick off your weekend with craft beers under the night sky, live music, and a high-energy atmosphere. This is the classic Brews vibe: Saturday night out, partying as the sun goes down, and plenty of tastings all evening long.

Please note: due to nighttime hours, animal visibility is limited on Saturday.

Ticket options for Saturday:

  • VIP Admission

  • 2-Day Passes (With or without Early Access Saturday)

  • Early Access Admission

  • General Admission (Saturday)
  • Designated Driver Admission (Saturday –  Must be 21+)


Sunday Funday

Sunday, February 22
11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

(No Early Access or VIP)

Take it easy with a more relaxed vibe designed for a Sunday Funday feel. Enjoy daytime music, sunshine, and great views of the animals while you sip and stroll. Imagine chill weekend energy, without the brunch.

Note: The Zoo will be closed for regular admission this day. Brews Around the Zoo Admission only.

Ticket options for Sunday:

  • 2-Day Passes (With or without Early Access Saturday)

  • General Admission (Sunday)

  • Designated Driver Admission (Sunday – Must be 21+)


 

Other Ticket Options

 

VIP ADMISSION: $150
(Get 2 for $250)

Available Saturday Only

Includes early access at 4 p.m.
Access to exclusive VIP Area with dedicated tasting station
Private VIP restrooms
Full cocktail Bar
VIP Parking area
Networking opportunities with Central Florida’s fellow Zoo supporters

EARLY ACCESS ADMISSION: $60

Available Saturday Only

Includes access to Brews Around the Zoo one hour earlier, beginning at 4 p.m.

 

TWO-DAY PASSES: $76
(with Early Access Saturday: $86)

Access to BOTH Days

Save on tickets to both Saturday & Sunday events!

 

GENERAL ADMISSION: $50

Available for Saturday & Sunday

Unlimited samples of 30+ craft beverages
Craft beers, seltzers, wines, & canned cocktails
Live music performances each day

DESIGNATED DRIVER ADMISSION: $27

Available for Saturday & Sunday

Enjoy the vibes, atmosphere, & live music responsibly

 

Remember the evening with an Official Brews Around the Zoo Commemorative Mug!
Commemorative mug may be purchased online with your ticket or onsite during the event.

 

 


All guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend; valid ID and ticket required for admittance. Guests with infants and/or small children will not be permitted to enter the gates under any circumstances.

Only purchase tickets directly from the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. We can not verify the authenticity of tickets resold or sold elsewhere.

The Zoo will be open for regular operations from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, February 21. We will be closing early to prepare for the evening event.

This event is held rain or shine.

 


Thanks to our sponsors:

Wayne Densch Inc.

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