Sunset Zoofari
Sponsored by
June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31, 2019
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The Milwaukee County Zoo is excited to continue offering Sunset Zoofari, sponsored by Tri City National Bank, on select evenings this summer! Sunset Zoofari gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy music from popular Milwaukee bands and movies that the whole family will enjoy, surrounded by their favorite animals, either prehistoric or present, including the recently opened Elephant Care Center, as part of Adventure Africa.
Sunset Zoofari will take place: June 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Concerts will be held at the Zoo’s Flamingo Patio from 6:15 p.m. until 8:45 p.m. and movies will start at dusk at Caribou Field. Please note that carry-ins of alcoholic beverages are not allowed. Events will be held rain or shine. In the event of rain, check the Zoo’s Facebook page for location updates.
The 2019 Sunset Zoofari Concert and Movie Schedule:
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June 26
Downtown Harrison: Classic Rock
The Lego Movie: The Second Part (PG): It’s been five years since everything was awesome and the citizens are facing a huge new threat: Lego Duplo invaders from outer space, wrecking everything faster than they can rebuild. - July 3
3D: Acoustic Rock
The Sandlot (PG): In the summer of 1962, a new kid in town is taken under the wing of a young baseball prodigy and his rowdy team, resulting in many adventures. - July 10
Eric Barbieri and the Rockin’ Krakens: Classic Country to Hard Rock
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (PG): Teen Miles Morales becomes Spider-Man of his reality, crossing his path with five counterparts from other dimensions to stop a threat for all realities. - July 17
Dirty Boogie: Rock to Pop
The Princess Bride (PG): While home sick in bed, a young boy’s grandfather reads him the story of a farmboy-turned-pirate who encounters numerous obstacles, enemies and allies in his to quest to be reunited with his true love. - July 24
Our House: Rock & Soul
Viewer’s Choice: Vote on Facebook! - July 31
Caught in the Act: Funk/Motown
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (PG): It’s Harry’s third year at Hogwarts; not only does he have a new “Defense Against the Dark Arts” teacher, but there is also trouble brewing. Convicted murderer Sirius Black has escaped the wizards’ prison and is coming after Harry.
Sunset Zoofari entertainment continues within our animal exhibits! All animal buildings are open until 8:45 p.m., except the Aviary which will close at dusk. Be sure to stop by and say “hello” to elephants Ruth and Brittany in the new indoor Elephant Care Center!
Do you want to meet some of our “older” friends? Travel back in time at Brick Dinos, sponsored by Sendik’s Food Markets, open until 8:45 p.m.
Brick Dinos
Sponsored by Sendik’s Food Markets
Visitors have the opportunity to become LEGO® paleontologists in this new interactive exhibit! The exhibit showcases many LEGO recreations of fossils, dinosaur skeletons and paleontologist digs, and also allows guests to participate in interactive play bases. Don’t miss out on the chance to come face-to-face with a Masiokasaurus, a 13-foot-long dinosaur!
Admission: $3
Location: Otto Borchert Family Special Exhibits Building
Reduced admission rates are offered for Sunset Zoofari:
| Adults: | $8.50 |
| Juniors (ages 3-12): | $7 |
| Children (2 and under): | Free |
All rates include parking. (Zoological Society members are admitted free with a membership card.)
Bring your family and friends and enjoy a fun night at the Milwaukee County Zoo. For more information, call the Zoo at 414.771.3040.
Tri City National Bank customers: Go to any Tri City branch starting June 1, and get a ticket for a free ride on the Penzeys Spices Carousel while supplies last. Valid only during Sunset Zoofari. One ticket per person per bank visit. Visit tcnb.com for bank locations.
