Toast a Timeless Treasure at Riverbanks Botanical Garden

Celebrate the Zoo’s 40th Anniversary at Wine Tasting on Friday, April 25
 
COLUMBIA, SC – Wine Tasting at Riverbanks Botanical Garden will take place on Friday, April 25, from 7:00pm-9:30pm, concluding a day-long celebration in honor of Riverbanks Zoo’s 40th anniversary.
 
Tickets are now on sale for the spring fundraiser hosted by Riverbanks Society. Guests will enjoy a palate-pleasing bouquet of more than 100 varieties of wine ranging from floral and fruity to dry and nutty. In addition, for those who prefer hops to grapes, an assortment of select brews will be available for sampling.
 
Several of Columbia’s finest restaurants and caterers will be on hand offering an assortment of appetizers. Restaurant partners include Hudson’s Classic Catering, Liberty Tap Room and Grill, Melting Pot, Miyo’s, Pearlz Oyster Bar, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, as well as Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s Events and Hospitality catering division. The Jamie Beresford Band will complement the evening with live jazz.
 
A limited number of tickets will be sold. Advance admission prices are $40 for Riverbanks members and $50 for the general public. Any tickets remaining the day of the event will be $60. All proceeds benefit wildlife conservation and education efforts at Riverbanks. Tickets may be purchased online at www.riverbanks.org or at any Zoo and Garden ticket window.
 
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden encourages responsible drinking. Proper photo identification is required and no one under the age of 21 will be permitted. To help ensure the safety of our guests, Riverbanks has partnered with 2nd Wind Heating and Air for the Safe Ride program offering cab rides to residences and hotels in Richland and Lexington counties. Event sponsors also include Colonial Life, Land Rover Columbia and Sam’s Fine Wine and Spirits.
 
Wine Tasting will take place rain or shine. Parking and entry to the event will be available on the Botanical Garden side only at 1300 Botanical Parkway in West Columbia.
 
 
 
 
About Riverbanks Society: Established in 1976 by a group of concerned citizens, Riverbanks Society continues today as the private, nonprofit 501(c) (3) organization supporting the needs of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. The Society has evolved from an original membership base of 200 households to more than 32,000 households today, representing more than 140,000 individuals and boasting one of the largest zoo societies per capita in the United States. Riverbanks Society members and donors provide important resources for the research, education and conservation efforts of the Zoo and Garden, strengthening Riverbanks’ position within the community as the premier family choice for education and recreation.
 
 
About Riverbanks Zoo and Garden: For 40 years, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has connected individuals, families and groups with the world’s wildlife and wild places. Riverbanks is a special purpose district governed by the Riverbanks Park Commission, which consists of seven members, two appointed by Richland County Council, two by Lexington County Council, two by the City of Columbia, and one jointly by the three entities. It is the mission of Riverbanks Zoo and Garden to foster appreciation and concern for all living things. Riverbanks Zoo is located at 500 Wildlife Parkway, Columbia, SC 29210. The Botanical Garden entrance is located at 1300 Botanical Parkway, West Columbia, SC 29169. The park is open daily from 9am to 5pm, except for Thanksgiving and Christmas day. Admission is $11.75 for adults, $9.25 for children ages 3 – 12 and free for children 2 and under. Group rates and other discounts may apply. Year-round membership packages are also available.