Nothing says summer in Portland like a warm evening outdoors with good food and live entertainment. Join us Fridays through August 23 for Zoo Nights: evenings filled with local music, food carts, activities for all ages, and the chance to get to know some of the animals active during twilight hours.
Food and snacks from local food trucks will be available, plus the ever-popular elephant ears, and selection of local beer and wine for adults.
Every ticket purchased helps the Oregon Zoo connect our community to the wonder of wildlife to create a better future for all.
Dates and music lineup
July 26 – Orquestra Pacifico Tropical
August 2 – Hit Factory with Patrick Lamb
August 9 – Melao de Cuba
August 16 – Jujuba
August 23 – Aaron Nigel Smith
Bands play 6:30 to 8:30 each night.
Entertainment for July 26
5 to 9 p.m. Bubble dance party at Rainforest Plaza
5 to 9 p.m. Rides: train and carousel
6:30 and 7:30 Performance: Puppet Theater at Central Plaza
Keeper chats and animal activities for July 26
5:15 p.m. Mountain goat or black bear keeper talk
5:30 p.m. Family Farm keeper talk
5:45 p.m. Animal encounter at Family Farm
6:00 p.m. Condor keeper talk
6:15 p.m. Orangutan or gibbon keeper talk
6:30 p.m. Polar bear activity
6:30 p.m. Giraffe keeper talk
7:30 p.m. Elephant keeper talk
Food and beverage for July 26
Visiting food carts
Alchemy Sandwich Co. (Amphitheater)
Six Stix Gourmet Pretzels (Amphitheater)
Pidgin Hole (Amphitheater)
Zoo favorites
Bar: Beer, Wine and Cocktails (two locations near amphitheater)
Bratwursts (amphitheater)
Cantina Bowl (Elephant Plaza)
Dippin' Dots and Churros (Elephant Plaza)
Elephant Ears (Elephant Plaza)
Growler’s Pizza (Elephant Plaza)
Portland Pretzel & Popcorn Co. (Elephant Plaza)
Sunset Highway Shave Ice Co. (Central Plaza)
Scoop and Swirl (Discovery Plaza)
Trailhead Snacks (Central Plaza)
Ticket prices
| Ticket Type | Admission |
|---|---|
| Adult (12+) | $26.00 |
| Child (2-11) | $21.00 |
| Infant (under 2) | Free |
| Member Adult (12+) | $20.80 |
| Member Child (2-11) | $16.80 |
| Income-Assistance Admission (up to 4 tickets per qualifying individual) | $12.00 |
Host your private event during Zoo Nights
Book our Polar Plaza event space to hold your own party during Zoo Nights. With live music, a dedicated catering staff, and a focus on sustainable Northwest cuisine, Zoo Nights is an unforgettable location for meetings, fundraisers, and picnics.
For more information, please submit an inquiry form.