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More ooohs and new aaahs at the wildest event of the summer!
Please join us Friday, June 14, 7 p.m. - 11:30 p.m., as the Detroit Zoological Society hosts our spectacular, annual 21-and-older fundraising gala Sunset at the Zoo, presented by Strategic Staffing Solutions. Featuring the new Cotton Family Wetlands and Jane and Frank Warchol Beaver Habitat, the event will offer a sensational boardwalk-themed evening complete with tantalizing cuisine, delectable drinks, magnificent entertainment, astonishing acts, thrilling games and phenomenal auction prizes.
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Sunset at the Zoo is not just a great party – it raises critical funds to support the Detroit Zoological Society and our mission of Celebrating and Saving Wildlife.
Guests will mix with 2,000 “party animals” at twilight while enjoying:
- Tantalizing Tastes and Delectable Drinks: a champagne welcome, superb strolling supper and dessert reception offering tastes of signature dishes from more than 40 of metro Detroit’s best restaurants plus hosted bars featuring zoo-themed specialty drinks
- Magnificent Music: dancing under the stars to long-time favorite The Jerry Ross Band
- Gripping Games: entertaining games to test your strength and skill
- Astonishing Acts: thrilling performances by the Detroit Flyhouse
- Phenomenal Prizes: the perennially popular Sunset Keys and both silent and live auctions featuring exquisite merchandise and “zoonique” experiences
- Plus: exclusive access to the Detroit Zoo’s award-winning habitats including the new Cotton Family Wetlands and Jane and Frank Warchol Beaver Habitat
Sunset at the Zoo is a rain-or-shine event. Sunset tickets are non-refundable.
Guests must be 21 years of age or older.
The Zoo reserves the right to request ID at the door

