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OktoBEARfest

Presented by CFG Bank

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Sat., Oct. 19, 1:00 - 6:00pm
Sun., Oct. 20, 1:00 - 6:00pm

Fall-flavored beer sampling is back at the Zoo! Join us for OktoBEARfest featuring unlimited sampling of 60+ seasonal brews. Enjoy unlimited beer, wine, seltzer, and cider sampling, live music, local vendors, and, of course, all-day admission to the Zoo.

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What to Expect:

  • Zoo admission (10:00 – 5:00)
  • Unlimited sampling of 60+ brews with your souvenir tasting cup
  • Live music: 2 bands each day
  • Access to food and artisan vendors
  • Charm City Trivia (2:00, 3:00 & 4:00) and Stein Hoisting Competition (Women 3:00, Kids 3:15, Men 4:30)
  • Scheduled animal activities including an elephant pumpkin smash
  • WANT TO SKIP THE ENTRY LINE? Recycle your old cell phone or small electronic device, or give a $20 cash donation to the Zoo at the event entrance!

Animal Enrichment Pairings Sponsored by T. Rowe Price:

  • 2:00 – Goat painting paired with Two Roads Roadsmary’s Baby (Saturday only)
  • 2:00 – Pig bowling paired with Two Roads Roadsmary’s Baby (Sunday only)
  • 3:00 – Elephant Pumpkin Smash paired with UFO Pumpkin
  • 4:00 – Chimp enrichment paired with Schofferhofer Watermelon Mint

All proceeds benefit animal care and conservation!