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AS THE SUMMER HEATS UP, CHILL OUT WITH THE SMOOTH SOUNDS OF LIVE JAZZ DURING OUR WILDLY POPULAR THURSDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES!
One of the Zoo’s longest-running events, this series will showcase a diverse lineup of musicians from across the Midwest, covering jazz genres from classic to contemporary, smooth soul to blues, and even blending in the sounds of pop and R&B. All performances will take place under the Bicentennial Pavilion. This stunning space offers an open-air atmosphere as well as weather protection — a perfect place for attendees to relax for an evening of music, rain or shine.
Best of all, concerts are included with Zoo admission. Come early and enjoy a full day of Zoo fun, then stay late for a night of live jazz music! And, enjoy the ambiance of the Zoo after-hours along with:
– Live music from 5:30-8:30pm
– Specialty food that features a delicious new menu for purchase each night
– A full bar for those 21 years and older provided by Hotel Tango Distillery, official cocktail provider, and Daniel’s Vineyard. official wine provider
– Animals on exhibit until 7pm
– Bring a chair to relax and enjoy the music! A limited number of tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Animals And All That Jazz Series Specialty Food Menu
- Grilled Chicken Caesar – Marinated and grilled chicken, Romaine lettuce, croutons, parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing.
- Cobb Salad – Grilled chicken, jack cheese, shredded carrot, hard-boiled egg, tomatoes, bacon, cucumber with ranch dressing.
- Chicken Caesar Wrap – Grilled chicken, creamy Caesar dressing, parmesan cheese, romaine lettuce, garlic pesto tortilla.
- Veggie Hummus Wrap – roasted vegetables, red pepper hummus, spinach, tzatziki sauce, whole wheat wrap. (vegetarian)
- FRUITERIA –We will have our own FRUITERIA, which will offer fresh cut fruit & veggies, watermelon slices, agua frescas, special non-alcoholic drinks, and fun Latin inspired options.
** While some of the meals are gluten free, our kitchen does have nuts, flour, and shellfish, exposing our food to potential crossover contamination of these allergens.
Enjoy every summer concert performance for FREE with your Zoo membership! Members receive buy two, get two free ride tickets (limit of 20 tickets) from 5-7pm every night of the concert series.
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