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Creep on Over to Boo at the Zoo

Zoo Members Get in Free!

 

BROWNSVILLE, TEXAS – OCTOBER 23, 2018 – The 29th annual Boo at the Zoo is creeping around the corner.  This year’s spook-stravaganza is set for Tuesday, October 30th and Wednesday, October 31st from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on both nights.  Zoo members are allowed into the event an hour early, which is at 5:00 p.m.

 

Boo at the Zoo is a family-friendly alternative to trick or treating on the streets.  Families are encouraged to dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes and enjoy all the fun things the Zoo has to offer.  Boo at the Zoo features more than 50 treat stations and carnival-style games located throughout the Zoo.

 

New this year, we will be hosting the cake walk and placing treat stations and games in the Special Events building instead of the haunted house.

 

The Russell Aquatic Ecology Center will be transforming into the site of an underwater shipwreck, complete with pirates and swimming mermaids. Bring your whole family inside to pose for a picture with these maidens of the sea.

 

Pre-sale tickets are on sale now at the Gladys Porter Zoo office for $2.50 per person. On event days, tickets prices will go up to $3.50 per person.

 

Zoo Members not only receive free admission to Boo at the Zoo, but they can also come into the event before everyone else.  Members are allowed to enter Boo at the Zoo at 5:00 p.m. through the new Membership Office, located in the Zoo parking lot.  Members can pick up their free tickets from now until Oct. 29 at the Membership Office.

 

Members will need to show proof of their membership to receive their tickets by bringing their membership cards and a valid driver’s license.  If membership cards were lost or stolen, please contact the Zoo office at (956) 546-7187 ext. 344 to purchase replacement cards.

 

Parking for Boo at the Zoo is limited so arrive early, car pool or have someone drop you off so you can enjoy the festivities without delay.

 

Special thanks to Boo at the Zoo sponsors McDonald’s, Metro by T-Mobile, City of Brownsville, Stripes-Laredo Taco, Texas Gas Service, 5 News, XERV 9, and digital 101.5 for helping to make this event possible.

 

For more information, visit our website www.gpz.org or call the Zoo at (956) 546-7187.

Zoo Hosts 6th Annual Brew at the Zoo

There’s something brewing at the Zoo and you won’t want to miss out! Raise your glasses for animal conservation at the 6th Annual Brew at the Zoo, hosted by the Gladys Porter Zoo and Brownsville BeerFest. Brew at the Zoo will be held on Thursday, September 20, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

 

Ticketholders to this event will enjoy craft samples from some of Texas’ most popular breweries paired with food from restaurants from around the Valley. Restaurants will be competing for the People’s Choice Award, which guests will have the opportunity to vote for. Last year’s winner, El Amigo Seafood Restaurant, will be defending their title against several other restaurants.

 

Aside from the delicious food and drinks, this year’s guests will also be able to enjoy live music by Lost Puppies and The Reverie.  The 6th Annual Brew at the Zoo will also feature fun games, such as Jumbo Jenga and a Beer Pong Tournament.

 

A special thanks to L&F Distributors and all participating restaurants for helping to make this event possible.

 

Tickets are on sale now at the Gladys Porter Zoo office, Los Trevi Drive Thru locations and online at www.gpz.org.

 

Only 500 tickets will be sold for this exclusive event. Non-Zoo members can purchase tickets for $25 pre-sale and $30 on the day of the event. Zoo members will receive a discounted rate of $20 pre-sale and $25 on the day of the event. Guests are asked to keep in mind that this event is intended for ages 21+. For any questions, please call the Zoo at (956) 546-7187.