Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact Rowena White
203-257-0031
TICKETS ON SALE FOR THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF BEARDSLEY ZOO’S
WILD WINE, FOOD &amp; BEVERAGE SAFARI!
BRIDGEPORT, CT (April 1, 2026) Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo invites guests to experience one of the
region’s most anticipated events of the season
as the Wild Wine, Food &amp; Beverage Safari
returns this summer. This 21+ event is
celebrating 20 years and will take place on
Saturday, June 6th, offering an evening of
food, drink, and entertainment in a unique zoo
setting. Guests will enjoy tastings from more
than 50 restaurants, caterers, and beverage
vendors while exploring the Zoo after hours.
The evening will feature live music, interactive
games, a premium silent auction, and
opportunities to encounter some of the Zoo’s
animals up close. Tickets go on sale TODAY so
don’t miss your chance to eat, drink, and go wild for a great cause!
Click here for tickets and more details <a href="https://www.beardsleyzoo.org/wild-wine.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">beardsleyzoo.org/wild-wine.html</a>.
“This event continues to be a favorite across the region, bringing together great food, local vendors, while
attendees are able to experience the Zoo after hours,” said Dr. Jim Wharton, CEO of Connecticut’s
Beardsley Zoo. “Each year, we look forward to welcoming returning favorites and introducing something
new for our guests. We are grateful to our sponsors and partners who help make this event possible.
”
VIP Hour this year is hosted by Foolproof Brewery, BE Chocolat, David Alan Hospitality Group, Big G’s
Cookies, The Bites Company, and Sound Coffee. Guests will enjoy exclusive tastings from select premium
vendors featuring elevated bites and fine beverages. VIP Hour includes early entry for these exclusive
offerings along with special animal encounters. VIP tickets are limited and expected to sell out.
This taste expedition will feature delectable fare from some of the region’s most celebrated culinary
standouts, including: Abi’s Falafel, Blind Rhino, Braxtons Hospitality Group, Dave Grant Caterers, David
Alan Hospitality Group, East Coast Clambakes, Fortuna’s Catering, Garden Catering, Haven Hot Chicken,
Little Pub, Nuovo Pasta, Palmer’s Catering, Post Road Hospitality Group - Ryebird &amp; Saigon, Shake Shack,
Taco Loco, The Batch Pantry, Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl &amp; Grill, and Vazzy’s.
As one of the Zoo’s largest annual fundraisers, the Wild Wine, Food &amp; Beverage Safari supports animal
care, conservation initiatives, exhibit improvements, and educational programming. This is a 21+ event
and will be held rain or shine.
Thank you to our sponsors who make this event possible: Generous Guinea Hog Sponsors M&amp;T Bank,
Grand Gator Sponsor Liberty Bank, Big Hearted Bear Sponsors Aquarion and Coca-Cola Northeast,
Opulent Otter Sponsors: Industrial Health &amp; Safety Consultants, LLC, as well as Shoprite, and Don Julio.To volunteer, sponsor, purchase tickets, or more about the silent auction please visit the website at
https://www.beardsleyzoo.org/wild-wine.html. Stay updated by following us on Facebook and Instagram
for the latest news and announcements.
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About Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo Connecticut’s only zoo, celebrating 102 years, features 350 animals representing
primarily North and South American and Northern Asian species. Guests won’t want to miss our Red Pandas, Andean
bears, maned wolves, Mexican gray wolves, and American Red Wolves. Other highlights include our Spider Monkey
Habitat, and prairie dog exhibit. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and
participant in its Species Survival Plan (SSP) programs, the non-profit Zoo is committed to the preservation of
endangered animals and wild habitats. Tickets may be purchased on the Zoo’s website at beardsleyzoo.org

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