Milwaukee’s wildest party is returning to the Milwaukee County Zoo for a night of beer tasting, local food and raising funds for amazing animals at the Zoological Society’s annual Zoo Brew. Anyone 21 years and older is invited to sip selected beers from some of the region’s favorite local, craft breweries, as well as top national breweries, while enjoying the company of the Zoo’s iconic animal residents. A music performance by Spielmannszug Milwaukee Drum and Bugle Corps will add a German flair to the evening, sponsored by Molson Coors. Patrons will also be able to warm up around a cozy outdoor fire in the festive beer garden.
General admission and VIP tickets (which includes 1-hour early entry and special tasting glass) can be purchased online at zoosociety.org/ZooBrew.

Beer and cider vendors include: Lakefront Brewery, Lion’s Tail Brewing, North Pillar Brewing, Rookery Brewing Co., Schilling Hard Cider, St. Francis Brewing, Third Space Brewing, Torzala Brewing Company, Water Street Brewery, and more.

Food vendors will include: 18 Acres Food Truck, Banging’ Burgers, Bars & Rec MKEats, Carrie’s Crispies, Everyone’s Ice Cream, Fatty Patty MKE, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Usinger’s Famous Sausage, and more.