ZOOFARI 2026
presented by Wells Fargo
Friday, June 12, 2026
Attend a party with a purpose!
Dress in your best, bold summer cocktail attire as we celebrate the Zoo's conservation efforts and showcase the 2026 featured animals: FLAMINGOS! Indulge in sweet and savory bites from dozens of St. Louis restaurants, sip refreshing drinks and dance the night away with a nationally acclaimed cover band on the main stage.
ZOOFARI tickets are non-refundable. ZOOFARI is a 21+ event.
Tickets on sale NOW
Member Admission $200
General Admission $250
(7:15 p.m. entry)
VIP Tickets -
6 p.m. EARLY entry!
Want early access to the restaurants? Purchase a VIP ticket and be among the first guests to indulge in this one-of-a-kind culinary experience! Stroll along the Zoo’s pathways to discover bite-sized tastings from more than 30 of St. Louis’ finest restaurants and caterers. You'll also receive name recognition in the event program.
Make it a Group Celebration!
Bring your flock to ZOOFARI and enjoy extra party perks!
You'll receive early admission, access to the Pre-Party, a flamingo-themed wearable accessory per ticket and recognition at the event.
- Leaping Lemur — $3,500 (6:45 to 11 p.m.)
8 tickets, first access to the restaurants, table accommodations in a reserved sponsor zone, a wearable animal-themed accessory per guest and name recognition in the event program - Flapping Flamingo — $5,000 (6:45 to 11 p.m.)
12 tickets, first access to the restaurants, table accommodations in a reserved sponsor zone, a wearable animal-themed accessory per guest and name recognition in the event program
Flapping Flamingo $5,000
2026 Participating Restaurants
| 801 Chophouse 801 Fish 801 Local Across The Board 314 Anthonino's Taverna Bandana's Bar-B-Q Bogart's Smokehouse Bold Spoon Creamery Brio Tuscan Grille Cake Snob Casa Don Alfonso Clara B's Kitchen Table DeeBeeQue BBQ & Catering Dulce Pop STL Edera Italian Eatery Fennel Cooking Studio Fired Up Jellies and Jams Guido’s Pizzeria and Tapas June's Breakfast and Patio Kern Meat Company Lefty's Bagels Levels McAlister's Deli | Neon Greens Oceano Bistro Olive + Oak Orlando's Catering and Event Design Pappy's Smokehouse Patty's Cheesecakes Peel Wood Fired Pizza Pretzel Boy's Puddin Puddin Saint Louis Zoo Catering Salt and Smoke Serendipity Homemade Ice Cream Shake Shack Super Smokers / Papa's Diner Taco Drip STL Texas Roadhouse Ted Drewes Frozen Custard The GOAT Brand The Joy of Pancakes The Melting Pot Time Savor Chefs Walnut Grill |
Be a sponsor, help support a celebration that makes an impact.
Elevate your company or family experience by sponsoring ZOOFARI. All sponsors receive first access to the restaurants at 6:45 p.m. before other party guests, table accommodations in a reserved sponsor zone, a wearable animal-themed accessory per guest and recognition in the event program. Sponsors at the Jumping Jaguar level or higher will be invited to the Pre-Party starting at 6 p.m.
Sponsorship ticket packages range from one to 30 tickets.
For additional information about sponsorship opportunities or to secure your participation, please contact Liz Hickox, Corporate Partnerships Manager, at ehickox@stlzoo.org or (314) 646-4867.
What to Wear
Celebrate the flamboyance of flamingos in your creative cocktail attire! Think island vibes with vibrant blues and pinks, as well as flowers and feathers! We encourage guests to wear tuxedo jackets with shorts, festive dresses and comfortable footwear.
Entertainment
Main Stage:
A-Town A-List
Carousel Plaza:
DJ Chris Brown
ZOOFARI Planning Committee
| ZOOFARI Co-Chairs | ZOOFARI Honorary Co-Chairs |
| Annie Lux Stephanie Schwendinger | Don and Karen Jubel |
Thank you to all ZOOFARI 2026 Sponsors!
Leader of the Pack
Wells Fargo
Tip of the Iceberg
World Wide Technology
A ZOOFARI Beer Sponsor
Anheuser-Busch
Gentle Giraffe
Bayer
Mid America Chevy Dealers
Paz Family Foundation
U.S. Bank
Playful Penguin
Acropolis Investment Management
Alberici Constructors, Inc.
Ameren
Jim Berges and Elizabeth Mannen Berges
Cequel III
Edward Jones
Emerson
First Bank
Graybar
Harbour Group
Heartland Coca-Cola
Don and Karen Jubel
PGAV Destinations
Roofers Mart
Thompson Coburn