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Roar + Pour
BREC's Baton Rouge ZooFriday, April 17, 2026 5:30pm–8:00pm
The Baton Rouge Zoo Foundation proudly presents Roar and Pour on Friday, April 17, 2026. Now in its sixth year, this exclusive after-hours fundraiser offers an elevated experience for guests 21 and older, featuring an exceptional selection of wines, craft spirits, and cocktails. Savor delicious food samples from some of the area’s top restaurants, enjoy live music, and get up close with the Zoo’s Animal Ambassadors. Every sip and bite supports a great cause—proceeds from this fundraiser benefit the Baton Rouge Zoo’s conservation and education efforts. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of indulgence, entertainment, and wildlife wonder!
YOU MUST BE 21+ TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS EVENT.
Ticket Prices:
General Admission - $50
VIP - $75
Designated Driver - $30
VIP TICKET PERKS
VIP tickets are limited, so grab them fast! This year's VIP experience includes:
- One-hour early access into the event (4:30 PM entry)
- Express check-in line
- Commemorative Roar and Pour glass
- Unique themed cookie, provided by Three Sheets Baked
- Exclusive food and drinks
- Entry into a drawing for prizes from Stabs, Oxbow Rum Distillery and Landry Vineyards
Enjoy (1) free ride around the Zoo on our Champagne Train – only available during VIP hour
Want to be an in-kind vendor or sponsor? Click here!
For more information on sponsorship opportunities for Roar + Pour or any other event, email Sarah Campbell Remson at Sarah.Campbell@brzfoundation.org.
Thank you to our 2026 Sponsors and Supporters
