Zoo Brew, the Santa Barbara Zoo’s annual fundraiser that caters to beer and animal lovers, will be held 5-8 p.m. Saturday, June 7.

All proceeds benefit the animals at the Santa Barbara Zoo. Tickets can be purchased online here.

Attendees can sip a variety of beverages and chat with the local brewers who crafted. VIP ticket holders enjoy early entry and appetizers.

This year’s event features 25-plus beverage makers from California, including beer, cider, hard seltzer, and wine. Pub food, non-alcoholic beverages, and merchandise are also available for purchase.

General admission tickets are $75 per person and include unlimited beer tastings and a Zoo Brew 2025 commemorative tasting cup.

VIP tickets are $110, and include all general admission perks, plus early entry/VIP hour (4-5 p.m.) and appetizers.

For ages 21+ only. For more about Zoo Brew and to see participating partners, click here or call 805-962-5339. 

To request accommodations or for inquiries about accessibility, email the accessibility team at welcome@sbzoo.org.