The “wildest” party of the year, Zoofari, returns to the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium! Zoofari will be held at the Columbus Zoo on Saturday, June 17, 2023. This year, they’ll be celebrating 51 years of Zoofari!
Party like an animal at this annual adult-only festival with 60+ of Central Ohio’s best restaurants and bars serving their signature dishes, as well as live music on several stages throughout the zoo from 7 pm – 12 am.
Your evening will be spent walking through the Zoo tasting food from fantastic restaurants, sipping drinks, and listening to live music from great bands.
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Zoofari Tickets
Tickets go on sale in March. The earlier you buy your tickets, the more you’ll save – a limited number of discounted tickets are available. This event is definitely a splurge, and the price seems to have gone way up for 2023.
Adventurer Level (1 registrant): $300
Tickets include food samplings, three drink tickets, complimentary water, and live entertainment. VIP and group tickets are also available.
Additional drink tickets may be purchased at the event for $6 each. Plan for a designated driver or a car service – cars can be left at the Zoo to pick up the next day!
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Many of the animals go in for the night and won’t be on view during Zoofari, but select regions will be open until 9 pm.
If you want to help out and save money on your admission, you can volunteer for a 3 hour shift and enjoy the rest of the event before or after of your shift. Check for volunteer opportunities here.
Proceeds benefit conservation and education programs at the Zoo. A portion of the ticket purchase is tax deductible too. Event is 21+ only.
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