Thursday, Jul. 18, 2019 – Thursday, Jul. 18, 2019
06:00 PM – 10:00 PM
US/Central
Event Highlights
Guests wear provided headphones with three different channels of music – so everyone can pick their favorite genre and dance to the rhythm.
This evening will also include up-close animal experiences, and opportunities to learn about how important dance is to one local species, the Attwater’s prairie chicken. Other activities include arm marbling, temporary blacklight airbrush tattoos, and giant lawn games including Jenga, Connect Four, Ring Toss, and Cornhole.
Ticket Cost: $35
Note: Tickets include 1 free drink per guest.
Event Schedule:
6:00 – 8:00 p.m. – Guests may explore the zoo, ride the carousel and view TXU Energy Presents Dinosaurs at the Houston Zoo!
8:00 – 10:00 p.m. – Party at the Reflection Pool which will transform into a club
Specialty Drink: Disco Tea
Behind the nutty sweetness of the Amaretto, the Scotch adds a smoky & briny flavor creating the perfect balance with two spirits that simply complement each other.
Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Tickets will be sold at the event for an increased cost.
After Dark Series
Enjoy the Zoo with food, adult beverages and no kids! Don’t miss the newest way to experience the Houston Zoo. The Zoo is staying open late just for the 21-and-up crowd.
If you purchase the After Dark 3-Pack, you can save $15! The 3-Pack series includes:
After Dark 3-Pack Series Cost: $90
HOURS & ADMISSION
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Open 7 days a week, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (last admission 4:00 pm)
Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, All hours subject to change; see website for more details -
www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/hours/ www.houstonzoo.org/plan-your-visit/prices-and-discounts/ - Buy tickets: Online reservations are required for all guests. Members do not need reservations and can enter through our Member Entrance. Tickets will not be available for purchase at the gate. Buy tickets early for the best price! Free Tuesdays: Free daytime admission to the Houston Zoo is provided once a month from open until closing. See Prices & Discounts.
Directions & Parking
- Free Parking
- Paid Parking
- The Houston Zoo does not have its own parking lot; free parking is available in Hermann Park. Please note, parking is limited so consider arriving early or using public transportation. See parking options in Hermann Park.
Special Offers / Dining
Make sure to stop by Cypress Circle Café! This Green Restaurant Certified conscientious café focuses on providing locally sourced, sustainable fares that are delicious and wholesome for the entire family. You can skip the line and place your order online here.
Wherever you are in the Houston Zoo, you’re never far away from a snack. Cafes, carts and kiosks are located throughout the Zoo and feature items such as burgers, salads, hot dogs, soft pretzels, popcorn, fresh fruit, beverages and more.
Food Trucks
Themed food trucks with a variety of savory and sweet options. Visit the Masakan truck located near our jaguar habitat for Asian inspired cuisine, and our BBQ Americana trailer for smoked meats and classic sides.
Twiga Café
Visit Twiga’s spacious, cool dining room to snack on everything from hamburgers to salads to chicken tenders. Pizza, a variety of other kids’ options, and snacks like fresh fruit, cookies, trail mix, and more are also available. Sit outside and watch the giraffes or rhinos while you eat!
Albert & Ethel Herzstein Trading Post
Feeling the need for a sweet treat? Here’s your place. Located at the entrance of African Forest, the Trading Post offers Dole Whips as well as a variety of other snacks and treats, including cookies, large pretzels, and popcorn. You’ll also find beverages like soda, juice and Saint Arnold beer.
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