EL PASO, TEXAS (KFOX14/CBS4) — The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is inviting adults to dress up, sample craft beer, and support wildlife conservation during Brew at the Zoo next month.

According to the El Paso Zoo, the 21-and-over event runs from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, and will include craft beer, live music, animal experiences, and after-hours activities.

Guests are encouraged to wear costumes while exploring the zoo at night. Organizers say the evening will feature live bands and DJs, animal ambassadors, select habitat viewing, special animal enrichment sessions, local vendors, zoo eateries and arcade games.

Proceeds will support the zoo’s conservation initiatives and education programs aimed at connecting the community with wildlife and the natural world.

Supporters of the event include Dave & Buster’s El Paso, Flix Brewhouse, SSA Group, and Dick Poe Chrysler Jeep.

Ticket options include:

– Early Access: $60

– General Admission: $40

– Group Six-Pack, Early Access: $330

– Group Six-Pack, General Admission: $220

– Designated Driver: $15

Early Access and General Admission tickets are limited. Tickets must be purchased online at ElPasoZoo.org, and none will be sold at the zoo. Guests must be 21 or older and present a valid ID.

The zoo said it will enforce its “No wristband, no pour, no excuses” policy. Guests are encouraged to drink responsibly and plan ahead with a designated driver, ride-share service or public transportation.

More information and tickets are available here

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