Join us for a night of pride, fun, and celebration as we celebrate the an adults' night out at Henry Vilas Zoo! With a jam packed schedule, you can do it all:

• Queer Ecology Trivia with great prizes and lots of sass, hosted by BIANCA LYNN BREEZE!
• Pop-up performances by Emo Knievel, Keri Triad, Venezia Sodi, and Victoria Lynn!
• Fun and informative chats about your favorite animals
• Complimentary face painting
• Free rides on the Conservation Carousel and Train
• Free Browse Feeding at our Goat Yard
• Exclusive access to our Animal Buildings
• Pride themed enrichment demonstrations
• Lawn games and plenty of spaces to relax and enjoy the evening with friends
• Multiple pop-ups with food & drinks for purchase

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

We'd like to extend a huge thank you to our booth and prize sponsors - most of whom will be present during the event and are represented below!

ADDITIONAL SPONSORS INCLUDE: Tellurian Pair Program, Madison Minotaurs, The Comfy Cauldron, Inky Dinky Doo Face Painting, Alyssa the Critter Sitter, We Will Always Be Here, and Our Lives Magazine.

FAQ

Which animals will be on exhibit? We give our animals the choice of whether they would like to be in their outdoor or indoor exhibit each day, and there may be times certain animals are not on display or certain animal buildings that are closed to the public. All of our animals who can be on exhibit will have indoor and outdoor access. Areas noted in the schedule as having enrichment or wildlife champions have a increased likelihood of animal sightings.

Is this event accessible? Henry Vilas Zoo has made great strides in building accessibility tools into the Zoo experience. We offer wheelchairs for rental and free sensory bag rentals with noise cancelling headphones for any guests who need those tools. All of our event paths are wheelchair accessible and have automatic doors. Some paths utilize hills and feature some uneven ground that can prove difficult for some mobility aid users. If you have specific concerns that we have not addressed or would like to discuss additional accommodation options, then please reach out to our Guest Services department at zoo@henryvilaszoo.gov.

Do I need an I.D. to attend? Yes, all guests will need to show a photo I.D. to attend. Guests must be 18 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 18 will be turned away. All guests will receive a wristband to identify their age that must stay on for the duration of the event. If you have questions about this policy, please reach out to our Guest Services department at zoo@henryvilaszoo.gov.

Can I purchase tickets at the gate? We highly recommend purchasing tickets in advance. If tickets are available when the gate opens, we will put them on sale. Gate sales are credit card only.  

I'm purchasing tickets for a group and I'm not sure about everyone's names or the spelling. Is there a way to purchase tickets without adding a name? Whenever possible, we ask that you provide the name of each ticketed individual. However, our admissions staff will not deny entry to a guest who is 18 years or older with a valid I.D. who is attending with the purchaser of the tickets regardless of name spelling or other identifiable changes in name. If you have questions or concerns about this policy, then please reach out to our Guest Services team at zoo@henryvilaszoo.gov.

WEATHER AND CANCELLATION POLICY

TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. If you cannot attend, then you can give your ticket to a friend or family member who is 18 . This event will run rain or shine. Please dress accordingly.

In the event of severe weather, Henry Vilas Zoo may cancel this event. You will be notified by email if the event is cancelled. Tickets for cancelled dates will be refunded in 3-5 business days.

Did you know your participation makes an impact? Every ticket purchase helps the zoo stay free, open, and accessible for all, 365 days a year! Thank you for making a difference!