MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): It’s back! The Montgomery Zoo and the Montgomery Area Zoological Society are thrilled to announce the return of Zoobilation: The Wildest Party in Town on Thursday, September 18. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. at the Montgomery Zoo.
Each year, this adults-only fundraiser brings together the River Region community for an unforgettable night of food, music, and fun. From mouthwatering samples provided by nearly 30 River Region restaurants to open bars, a buzzing digital auction, and live performances by local cover band, Zoobilation has become Montgomery’s go-to night out.
This year’s Zoobilation will be a little different from past years as the event will take place at the new temporary entrance, near the Mann Museum, due to the ongoing construction at the front entrance. Guests will enter by the Mann Museum, located on East Vandiver Boulevard. This has been the entrance for daily zoo admissions since construction started in June. Parking spots will be available at the museum parking lot and overflow will be near the ballfields down the street. Shuttle service for parking will be available during the event.
Tickets are available now and can be purchased online at
montgomeryzoo.com in advance or at the gate during the event. Individual tickets start at $65 per person with discounts being applied to groups of 10 or more. All guests must be 21 years old to attend. Call (334) 625-4905 for more details on tickets.
The silent auction will be live on September 11th to starting bidding. Interested parties can view and start bidding on items on our website:
biddingforgood.com/mazs.
This year’s event continues to support the Zoo’s mission and raise funds for the construction of the Reptile Facility. Some of the zoo’s reptile collection will be available for viewing during the event as well as information about the future facility.
“Zoobilation has become a tradition that Montgomery looks forward to every year,” says Marcia Woodard, Montgomery Zoo Director. “It’s more than just a party—it’s a night that helps us raise money for the future of the zoo.”
Sponsorships have been pouring in from around the River Region. This event and growth of the Montgomery Zoo wouldn’t be possible without our event sponsors. Pinnacle sponsors include: Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama; CBS-8 Action News; Cumulus Media Montgomery; WSFA NBC-12. Diamond sponsors include: Sabel Steel Services, Inc; The Rita and Mark Sabel Charity Trust Fund. Gold sponsors include: Agile Ticketing Solutions; Gardenia Cove Mental Health, P.C.; The JK Lowder Foundation; Lamar Advertising. Ticket sponsor includes: Hodges Warehouse and Logistics Silver sponsors include: Ronnie and Nan Bargainer; Brooks and Catherine Darby; ServisFirst Bank; SmartBank; WCOV News Fox-20. Bronze sponsors include: Cool Jewels; exploreMEDIA; Maxwell Gunter Spouses’ Club; McConnell Honda; The Big KD 94.1. Friends sponsors include: Alabama Steel Supply; John and Jill Mastin; Kwik Kopy Shop; Troy Public Radio
Food and Beverage for the evening will be provided by donors from around the River Region. Beverage Vendors include: Allstate Beverage; Bama Budweiser; Coca-Cola Bottling Montgomery; Hilltop Public House; Luke Lea Beverages; Reddy Ice; Republic National; United Johnson Bros. Food Vendors include: Bubbly Hen; Central; Chappy’s Deli; Chris’s Famous Hotdogs; Coosa Cleaver; Cork and Cleaver; Dreamland BBQ; El Taco Shop; Frenchie’s; Halsey Food Services; Jozettie’s Cupcakes; King’s Table Catering; Little Donkey Mexican Restaurant; Martha’s Place; Montgomery City Catering; Montgomery Zoo’s Overlook Café; PepperTree Steaks and Wine; Ravello Ristorante / Vintage Hospitality; Rock n Roll Sushi; Scott Street Deli; Silverwood Farms; Sol Restaurante Mexicano & Taqueria; Taco Mama; Tea Town; Walk-Ons Sports Bistreaux; Wishbone Café.
The digital auction will feature items from a variety of donors. Auction donors include: A Higher Standard Salon; Alabama Shakespeare Festival; Angel Nails; Angelo Curmaci, Charles Prod. Inc.; Arrowhead Country Club; Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort and Spa; Best Pawn & Exchange Co.; Bomb Party; Capri Theater; CC’s Daiquiris; Charlie’s Trophies; Chuck's Fish House; City of MGM / Harriott II; Cloverdale Jewelers; Cloverdale Playhouse; Cloverdale Service Center; Cool Jewels; Donna Andrews; Doug’s II Salon; Emily Jemison; Escapology; Heather McConnell; InStyle Hair Studio & Boutique; Interstate Batteries; IS4S Salute to Veterans Bowl; Jack Hankins; Jan Wasson; Janet Collins; Jeanne Charbonneau; Jeffrey Freeman /Jeffrey Wreaths and More; Jerry Cronier / Cronier's Jeweler; Joey the Jeweler; Julie O’Banion; Kacy Rizer; Keith Lawler; Launch / Prattville; Leon Barwick; Martin’s Restaurant; Maxwell AFB Thrift Shop; Melissa Warnke Candles & Home; Mister Ben’s Auto Spa; Moe’s Original BBQ; Montgomery Chamber of Commerce; Montgomery Country Club; Montgomery Vet Assoc; Montgomery Whitewater; Montgomery Zoo; Montgomery Zoo Animal Care; Montgomery Zoo Gift Shop; Montgomery, Prattville, and Pike Road Pediatric Dentistry and Family Orthodontics; Mulberry Mongoose; Nan Bargainer; Nature Planet, Seretha Jiminez; Renaissance / RSA; Renaissance Shoals Resort and Spa; Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel; Rich’s Car Wash; Rock & Roll Sushi; Rosemont Gardens; Shashy’s Café; Sip n’ Cycle Pedal Cruise; Steve Cole; The Gab Salon; The Purple Pearl; Troy Bank and Trust; Uncle Mick’s Cajun Café; W.A. Gayle Planetarium; Wild Republic; Wynlakes Golf and Country Club; YMCA (Greater Montgomery Area) and more!
Mark your calendars and grab your tickets, because the wildest party in town only comes once a year, and you don’t want to miss it!
The Montgomery Zoo will be closing early on September 18th at 12pm noon to set up for the event.
For tickets and more information, visit montgomeryzoo.com or call (334) 625-4905.
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The Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum is a 42-acre zoological facility located minutes from the heart of historic, downtown Montgomery. The Montgomery Zoo features a variety of exotic animals native to Africa, Asia, Australia, North America, and South America. A trademark addition of the Zoo is the Mann Wildlife Learning Museum, housing the one of the Southeast’s largest collections of preserved North American wildlife, artifacts, and fossils. The Montgomery Zoo is a department of the City of Montgomery.
Daily operating hours: 9:30am – 4:30pm, with last admission at 3:30pm.
Admission: Adults $19, Children (3-12 years) $15, Toddlers (2 years and under) FREE, and Seniors 65 years old and older $17.
MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): It’s back! The Montgomery Zoo and the Montgomery Area Zoological Society are thrilled to announce the return of Zoobilation: The Wildest Party in Town on Thursday, September 18. Gates open at 6:00 p.m. at the Montgomery Zoo.