Endangered Species Day
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May 16, 2026
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9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Buzz on over and explore all the Zoo has to offer! Discover an all-new A Bug’s World exhibit, now open daily. (Exhibit is not included with Zoo daytime admission) Plan Your Visit Today >
Tap into your wild side at Brew at the Zoo on Saturday, August 29th, an adults-only evening event, and sample hundreds of beers, hard seltzers, and ready-to-drink cocktails from dozens of local, regional and national breweries (see list below). Enjoy live musical entertainment, animal encounters, and more at Rhode Island’s largest outdoor beer festival.
This is a 21+ event, and no person under the age of 21 will be permitted (including infants). All attendees are required to show a valid ID. Rain or shine, tickets are non-refundable. See below for important event information.
5-8 pm GENERAL ADMISSION $75 – Includes commemorative souvenir pint glass (while supplies last), unlimited beer samplings, live band entertainment, animal encounters, and more! General admission ticket holders will receive a small beer tasting cup to sample all craft brews available at the event. There is no extra charge per beer sample. Please drink responsibly.
4-8 pm VIP ADMISSION $100 – Includes all General Admission benefits PLUS express check-in to the event one-hour early at 4 pm. Meet the brewers and sample some of their limited edition/premium beers before the crowd! Limited number of tickets available!
DESIGNATED DRIVER $40 – Responsibly enjoy the event with your friends! Includes all General Admission perks, minus the alcohol plus a voucher valid for a burger/hot dog/pizza and a soft drink.
Please Note: We have festive food carts available, and the Zoo’s two cafes will be open for food purchases. Attendees of this event are NOT permitted to bring food or beverages into the premises, excluding pretzel necklaces.
Participating Breweries as of May 4, 2026. More to come!

Tap into your wild side and join us as a beverage provider at the 13th annual Brew at the Zoo on Saturday, August 29, 2026! Fill Out the Participant Registration Form >
Questions? Please contact Miguel Rodriguez at mrodriguez@rwpzoo.org or call 401-785-3510 ext. 507.
Support the event and earn a complimentary ticket to Brew at the Zoo or the Jack-o-Lantern Spectacular! Volunteer shifts are available for set up and breakdown of the event. All volunteers must be 21+ and capable of heavy lifting (30lbs). For more information and to sign up, please email us at volunteer@rwpzoo.org