Zoobilation presented by Citizens Energy Group


Jun 14

Zoobilation presented by Citizens Energy Group

7 PM - 12 AM

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Tickets for Zoobilation 2024 are Sold Out

Indianapolis’ most anticipated event of the year takes place on the second Friday, June 14, 2024, beginning at 5:30pm with the Premium Experience presented by Ice Miller LLP and followed by general admission from 7pm to midnight.

For this single luxurious night, the Zoo’s familiar landscape of incredible animals and exhibits will be transformed with the rhythms of live music as well as the alluring scents of premium foods and beverages — providing the perfect party atmosphere. Our guests will indulge on premium wine, festive specialty drinks and exquisite cuisine served by a multitude of fantastic restaurants. Zoobilation is the hottest ticket in town!

The Midwest’s largest black-tie fundraising event, Zoobilation is also a party with a purpose, supporting the Zoo’s animal conservation mission. The Zoo’s largest single-day fundraiser, Zoobilation helps fund the care of the Zoo’s nearly 1,400 animals and 48,000 plants as well as its global conservation initiatives.

Zoobilation 2024
Enjoy an evening of pure indulgence that's just steps away from the city's center.

In 2024, Zoobilation will celebrate its 37th year. Zoobilation guests will sample the finest culinary creations from Central Indiana’s most popular restaurants, all vying for Zoobilation’s coveted people’s choice and blue-ribbon awards. Plus, attendees will sip cocktails, wines and other drinks, with beverages presented by Republic National Distributing Company and served at 15 public bars — all set amid the Indianapolis Zoo’s amazing animals and exhibits!​

As the sun sets on the city, attendees can dance into the darkness to rocking music presented by Bose McKinney & Evans LLP, with live entertainment featured on multiple stages throughout the Zoo.

Zoobilation was first held in 1986 at the home of Herb Simon, where just a few hundred guests gathered to support the Indianapolis Zoo and celebrate its good work. In the past quarter-century, the event has ballooned in attendance and prominence.

As a privately operated, nonprofit organization that receives no direct tax revenue, the Indianapolis Zoo relies on fundraisers like Zoobilation to help advance its animal conservation mission.

We’re tremendously grateful to all our partners who return year after year to support our Zoo and our mission.

Premium Experience
Enjoy the Indulgences of Zoobilation's Premium Experience!

Slow down and savor all Zoobilation’s amenities as a Premium Experience guest. Beginning at 5:30pm, the Premium Experience offers early access to the full event as well as other exclusive benefits, including opportunities to interact with some of the animals the fundraiser supports. Additionally, you’ll receive priority parking, an arrival gift and access to the air-conditioned “Chimpanzee Central Lounge” inside the Ascension St. Vincent Dolphin Pavilion.

For more Zoobilation information, please complete the contact form below.

Premium Experience
Restaurants & Entertainment
Event Extras
  • Zoobilation App

    Download our Zoobilation App today! Features include the event map, with restaurant and specialty bar locations, entertainment schedule and stage locations, sponsor den and table locations plus so much more. On the night of the event, you’ll also be able to vote for your favorite restaurant to win the People’s Choice Award.

    The app is available now for:

    Android » https://bit.ly/3gn4zlh
    iPhone » https://apple.co/3pxEqEt

  • Zoobilation Hotel

    JW Marriott is the official hotel of Zoobilation 2024.

    Book your room here: https://book.passkey.com/go/Zoobilation2024

     

  • Zoobilation Newsletter

    Receive reminders when tickets are going on sale and stay up to date with other Zoobilation announcements. Please fill out the contact form to be added to our mailing list!

Contact Zoobilation

We are happy to provide additional information to help you plan your Zoobilation 2024 experience! Please fill out our contact form.

THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS:

Title
Citizens Energy Group

Premium Experience
Ice Miller LLP

Entertainment
Bose McKinney & Evans LLP

Arrival Carpet
Moser Consulting

Official Weather Stations
FOX59/CBS4

Main Stage
Google Cloud

Entry Plaza Stage
Indiana Farmers Insurance

Flights of Fancy Stage
BMO Harris Bank

Corporate Gift Bag
Performance Tire Service Company

Photo Booth
Wells Fargo
Wise Financial | Northwestern Mutual

Official Hotel
JW Marriott

Beverage
Molson Coors
Republic National Distributing Company

Premium Experience Arrival Gift
IBJ/Inside Indiana Business

Event T-Shirt

 

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