Arts & Entertainment

Tickets on Sale Now for ZooFari at the National Zoo

Join zoo patrons for a delicious evening of gourmet food, fine wines, celebrity chefs, and conservation.

ZooFari is back with more than 100 of the area’s finest restaurants at the National Zoo Thursday, May 15 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Join zoo patrons for a delicious evening of gourmet food, fine wines, celebrity chefs, and conservation.

Also at ZooFari, you'll have the chance to bid on exclusive zoo tours, animal-themed art, one-of-a-kind gifts, memorable activities, top dining experiences, and more.

Celebrity chefs will battle for the title of Zoofari Grill Master using a mystery ingredient from the Zoo's Animal Kitchen. Sponsored by Capital One Bank and hosted by Tommy McFly from Fresh 94.7 FM.

More than 100 of the area's finest restaurants including Central, Proof, and Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak and Stone Crab will offer some of their finest cuisine. (See full list of confirmed restaurants.) ZooFari is the perfect opportunity to enjoy wine from local and international vineyards. (See full list of participating wineries.)

Feel like splurging? Go for the VIP Bao Bao Tour Package: $6,000. The package includes a private behind-the-scenes tour to meet Bao Bao, 10 VIP tickets, 5 valet passes, admission to the pre-ZooFari cocktail reception, and access to both the Premier Pavillion and the LivingSocial Lion Lounge.

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