Events

Brew at the Zoo

When
Aug 1st, 2026
1:30pm - 5:00pm
Where
293 Sumner aveSpringfield

Brew at The Zoo, presented by PeoplesBank, returns to The Zoo in Forest Park on Saturday, August 1! Tickets are on sale now at www.forestparkzoo.org/brew and they WILL sell out.

Join us at The Zoo in Forest Park on August 1 for samples from your favorite local and national breweries, a homebrew competition featuring some of the area’s finest brewing talent, delicious food from a selection of food trucks and live music that’ll having you dancing from Stillwater Band all while surrounded by the sights and sounds of The Zoo’s 200+ animals.

Looking for more? Purchase a VIP ticket for additional time to sample and to participate in up-close animal encounters led by Zoo staff. VIPs also receive grain to feed the animals. VIP hour is from 12-1:30.

This is a 21+ event. No children, babies or other guests under the age of 21 will be permitted into The Zoo on August 1. All guests must have a pre-purchased ticket to attend and show a valid photo ID at the gate. The event is rain or shine. No refunds will be offered.

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