Riverbanks to debut gorilla-inspired brew during frothy summer fundraiser
June 1, 2017
Tickets are on Sale now for Brew at the Zoo on Friday, August 4
Support wildlife conservation during Brew at the Zoo on Friday, August 4. The annual suds sippin’ safari, hosted by Riverbanks Society, will take place from 7:00pm – 9:30pm.
Guests will once again have an opportunity to sample from more than 100 varieties of beer plus an all-new brew with ingredients hand-selected by one of the Zoo’s silverback gorillas. This year, Riverbanks partnered with Legal Remedy Brewing Company to craft the featured draught. Patrick’s Pick is a well-balanced blend of caramel 60, cherries, pilsen and wheat. Click here to view the selection process.
In addition, live music, up-close animal encounters and scheduled animal presentations are on tap for the evening. Food also will be available for purchase during the event.
Brew at the Zoo is expected to sell out. Tickets should be purchased in advance online. Prices are $40 for Riverbanks members and $50 for the general public. A limited number of VIP passes also are available. Riverbanks exclusive VIP Beer Club offers an additional selection of specialty brews and complimentary food pairings plus access to an air-conditioned VIP lounge. VIP tickets are $70 for Zoo members and $80 for the general public.
Riverbanks would like to thank The Casual Pint and Checker Yellow Cab for partnering with the Zoo on this year’s event. Riverbanks encourages responsible drinking. All guests will be asked to show proper photo identification, and no one under the age of 21 will be permitted. To help ensure the safety of our guests, the Zoo will pay the first $15 towards cab fares to hotels and residences.
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 nearly 43,000 households today, representing nearly 200,000 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 more than 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 $15.95 for adults, $13.50 for children ages 2 – 12 and free for children younger than 2. Group rates and other discounts may apply. Year-round membership packages are also available. For more information, call Riverbanks at 803.779.8717, visit www.riverbanks.org or www.facebook.com/riverbankszoo
