Try a stout staring at a spider monkey or an ale while in awe of an anteater
Saturday, May 10th, 5-8 PM
Get ready to cheers to conservation! The Santa Ana Zoo is thrilled to announce its highly anticipated 3rd Annual “Brew at the Zoo” event, returning on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. This after-hours experience is exclusively for guests 21 and over and promises an unforgettable evening of craft beer, local flavor, and animal encounters—all in support of the Zoo’s mission.
Guests will explore the Zoo while enjoying unlimited tastings from 20 breweries, including several of the finest from San Diego through San Luis Obispo and even from as far as Miami:
- Tripping Animals Brewing,
- There Does Not Exist,
- Third Window Brewing Co.,
- Seek Beer Co.,
- Horus Aged Ales,
- Pure Project,
- Far Field Beer Co.,
- Creature Comforts Brewing Co.,
- Rom Beer Co.,
- Station Craft,
- Docent Brewing,
- Honey Pot Meadery,
- Pfeiffer’s Brewing Company,
- Bottle Logic Brewing,
- The Brewery,
- Radiant Beer Co.,
- Green Cheek Beer Co.,
- Santa Ana River Brewing Company,
- everywhere, and
- Cerveza Cito.
The evening will also feature complimentary bites from crowd favorites Hamamori and Lazy Dog, as well as Moon Goat Coffee, ensuring guests stay fueled as they sip, stroll, and discover the Zoo’s incredible animals and habitats in a unique twilight setting! “This event is one of our most popular and exciting fundraisers,” said Ethan Fisher, Director of the Santa Ana Zoo. “It’s a chance for the community to connect with the Zoo in a whole new way, all while supporting conservation, education, and animal care efforts.”
Tickets are going fast and can be purchased on the Zoo’s Website until sold out or event start. Prices are $70 each for Santa Ana Residents, Santa Ana Zoo Members, and Designated Drivers, or $80 each for non-members. All of the ticket sales go to charity in support of the Zoo. Photo ID and ticket verification are required upon entry. Parking is free but limited, and rideshare is highly recommended.
The Santa Ana Zoo is home to more than 260 animals, including some of the most interesting and engaging monkeys and several endangered species, like the golden-headed lion tamarins. The Zoo is open daily from 10:00am-4:00pm. To become a Member of the Zoo, please call (714) 953-8555 x10 or join on the Zoo’s Website. The Santa Ana Zoo in Prentice Park is located at 1801 East Chestnut Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92701.