Zoofari
Zoofari 2025
Thursday, June 26 | 5 - 9 pm
Unleash your wild side for this special 21+ expedition, featuring cuisine from around the world, animal and zookeeper meet and greets, adult beverages, and exclusive zoo experiences. With the entire zoo available to explore, bring a friend or two to experience the magic of the natural world!
What to expect...
Let your inner explorer come to life as you:
- Indulge in delectable global cuisine and mouthwatering desserts throughout the zoo, crafted by Vespa Catering (the folks behind Maribella Ristorante, R Wine Bar, and Brix Wine Bar).
- Experience the thrill of feeding majestic reticulated giraffes up close.
- Gain fascinating animal insights from our Animal Care and Education experts.
- Meet and mingle with our adorable farm and ambassador animals.
- Discover fascinating marine life through an interactive experience with horseshoe crabs.
- Tour our veterinary clinic and check out the inner workings of our animal care facilities.
- Learn about all the exciting new developments right here at YOUR Great Plains Zoo!
how will the proceeds be used?
Proceeds from Zoofari will directly support three core programs of the Sioux Falls Zoo & Aquarium (SFZA): education programs, Zoo & Aquarium for All, and animal care.
- Education Programs: Each year, SFZA's educational programming and outreach engages more than 50,000 learners of all ages through on-site classes, field trips, summer camps, and ZooMobile visits that connect visitors to nature, promote environmental awareness, and bring wildlife experiences directly into the community.
- Zoo & Aquarium for All: This initiative provides reduced-price admission to ensure that thousands of socially and economically disadvantaged individuals in our region have access to the enriching experiences of the Sioux Falls Zoo & Aquarium.
- Animal Care: SFZA's commitment to exceptional animal care requires more than $500,000 annually to fund nutritious diets, veterinary services, medications, vaccines, enrichment activities, training, and more, to ensure the very best lives for our animals.
Global cuisine by vespa catering
Get a taste of what to expect...
Stay tuned for a more detailed menu!
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