Zoo Camp Registration is NOW OPEN!
Hands-on animal encounters, outdoor adventures, and unforgettable summer memories at Hemker Park & Zoo.
Spots fill fast — register today!

Hemker Park and Zoo

Menu

Brew At The Zoo

Brew at the Zoo logo 2021

Brew At The Zoo

Brew at the Zoo

Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 5:00–9:00 PM

Experience Hemker Park & Zoo like never before during this after-hours summer fundraiser for Guardians of Conservation!

Enjoy a fun evening featuring:

  • Craft beer, wine, and spirits sampling

  • Live music throughout the zoo

  • A silent auction

  • Food available for purchase

  • A relaxed summer night surrounded by wildlife

VIP Experience
Upgrade your evening and enjoy:

  • Fast-pass entry

  • Exclusive VIP lounge with snacks

  • Animal Ambassador Meet & Greet (7:00–7:30 PM)

  • Commemorative swag

This event is rain or shine. All tickets are non-refundable.

Every ticket supports Guardians of Conservation, helping fund wildlife care, conservation, and education programs.

Get Your Tickets Today!

Purchase online by clicking the link below.

Drink Beer • Enjoy the Zoo • Save Wildlife

Tickets: General: $40 in advance, $45 at the door 

 VIP Tickets: $80.00/each includes fast check in, meet & greets, VIP Lounge, take home gift 

 Under 21: Regular zoo admission

Enjoy these vendors:

  • Bad Habit
  • Little Round Still Distillery
  • Teal’s Liquor
  • Coborn’s Liquor
  • PRESS Premium Alcohol Seltzer
  • C & L Distributing
  • Bernick’s Beverages
  • Third Street Brewhouse
  • Jack Pine Brewery
  • Spiritz Liquor
  • Rookies
  • Rolling Forks Winery
  • Round House Brewery
  • MPLS Cider and Crispin Cider

Sponsored by:

West Central Technology
West Central Technology
West Central Technology

A Legacy of Love

Founded by Mark & Joan Hemker, the zoo has become a labor of love to honor Mark’s legacy since his passing 2006.