Zoo Brew at Blank Park Zoo

06/16/2026

Meet the Music, featuring Cover That! 🎤🎶🎙️

Cover That is your favorite cover band and party starter, playing all your favorite rock and pop hits! From '80s anthems to today's chart-toppers, the band delivers a high-energy performance that keeps the crowd singing along all night. Their setlist includes hits from Bon Jovi, Fleetwood Mac, Guns N' Roses, Maroon 5, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Idol, and more!

Don't miss them this Wednesday, June 17, at Zoo Brew presented by Veridian Credit Union. 🍻 Purchase your tickets today: blankparkzoo.com/zoobrew

06/11/2026

Thanks for surfing into summer with us last night! Through all the stages of Iowa weather, you all showed out and we had a blast!

Let's do it again next Wednesday! 🏄🎸🎶🍻🌊

06/10/2026

Who's ready for Zoo Brew, presented by Veridian Credit Union?! 🍻🏄 Tonight's schedule is as follows:

5:30 p.m. – VIP Early Entry
6:00 p.m. – Doors Open
7:00 p.m. – Band Begins (Events Center)
7:30 p.m. – Samples End, Discovery Center Exhibits Close
7:45 p.m. – Last Train Ride
8:00 p.m. – Outdoor Exhibits Close
8:30 p.m. – Last Admission
9:00 p.m. – Africa Bar, Center Bar, Eagle Bar, GoGo, and Gift Shop Close
9:15 p.m. – Last Call
9:20 p.m. – Merchandise Closes
9:30 p.m. – Bars Close / Band Ends
10:00 p.m. – Event Ends

We can't wait to see you in your best tropical attire! Purchase your tickets online or at the door: blankparkzoo.com/zoobrew 🌸

06/08/2026

Meet the Music Monday featuring Jake McVey! 🤠🎤🎶

Jake McVey is a country singer born in Iowa and has shared the stage with some of country music's biggest stars, including Blake Shelton, Thomas Rhett, Luke Bryan, Jason Aldean, Little Big Town, Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, and Dierks Bentley.

See Jake live at Zoo Brew, presented by Veridian Credit Union, on June 10. Enjoy local brews, food trucks, animal experiences, and live music throughout the evening!

Buy tickets here: blankparkzoo.com/zoobrew 👈

06/05/2026

TGIF 🥳🍻🌴🏄 Looking for something to do next week? Lucky for you, Zoo Brew presented by Veridian Credit Union kicks off Wednesday, June 10!

Enjoy:
🍔 Food trucks from Kulinary Khaos, Triple Bs, and Outside Scoop
🍺 Local brews
🤠 Live music from Jake McVey
🐟 Animal experiences
& more!

Grab your tickets today: https://tinyurl.com/zoobrew2026 🎟️

06/04/2026

⚠️🦺🍻 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED ⚠️🦺🍻

Looking for volunteer hours? We've got just the fast-paced, energetic environment for you! We need Zoo Brew bartenders, bar captains, guides and more.

Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/zbvolunteer

P.S. We kick off the 2026 summer season on June 10 with Jake McVey! 👀

06/03/2026

We're surfing into summer at Zoo Brew, presented by Veridian Credit Union 🏄🌊

Break out your best tropical attire, Hawaiian shirts, and surf-themed accessories for a night at the Zoo. Let's make our first Zoo Brew of the season one to remember! 🌺

June 10, doors open at 6 p.m. Purchase tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/zoobrew2026 🔗

06/01/2026

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BLANK PARK ZOO l DES MOINES, IAThe Blank Park Zoo roars to life after hours at Zoo Brew! The event series features live music and local brews throughout the summer. 

06/01/2026

Ok, final hours. For real this time. This is your LAST chance to get Zoo Brew, presented by Veridian Credit Union, tickets for 40% off. 🎟️

Grab 2 tickets for $30 and save $10 per ticket. Tag a friend you want to go with, and get your tickets today! https://tinyurl.com/zbflash 🙋‍♀️🙋‍♀️

DEAL ENDS THIS AFTERNOON!

05/30/2026

Ever wonder what the Zoo feels like after-hours? Now’s your chance to find out! 🌙

Experience the Zoo in a whole new way during Zoo Brew, presented by Veridian Credit Union. Explore habitats in the evening hours + discover what animals may be a little more active at night, and enjoy the Zoo at a slower pace than you might on a typical summer day.

P.S. The best deal of the year is happening NOW! 🍻 Grab 2 Zoo Brew tickets for just $30. https://tinyurl.com/zbflash