Explore the Zoo after hours
Explore the Zoo after hours
Sept. 26, 2024 | 6-9 p.m.
SILENT disco
Local artists
animal encounters
Community mural
360 photobooth
specialty food
power washing art
and more!
Members
$
25
per person
General Public
$
35
per person
Parking
$
12
per vehicle
First car free for members.
Sip & Stroll cup
$
15
first drink included,
-
$2 off refills
Add on
Excludes aluminum bottled water.
Quantities are limited.
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges.
This event is rescheduled from May 16, 2024. If you purchased tickets to the original date, you will automatically receive tickets for the rescheduled event! Tickets, parking, and Sip & Stroll cup passes you previously purchased were emailed to you at the end of August. If you cannot locate that email with your new tickets, please contact us at 469.554.7400 or email us at Members@DallasZoo.com.
Activities
Silent Disco in the Tunnel
Dance like an animal all night long to tunes by DJ Corona. This vibrant and electrifying auditory journey, paired with the stunning lights of the Dallas Zoo’s iconic tunnel, is a shared sense of camaraderie.
Paint In the Lines Sponsored by Sweet Tooth Hotel
Become an artist for the evening by adding your own artistic flare to our community mural.
Artist stations with the Cedars Union
Visit with artists Cat Ridgon, Dora Reynosa, and Mikayla Magee to learn about their techniques as they translate the wonders of wildlife onto canvas before your eyes.
Snap spin spectacular sponsored by DJ Corona
Create your own snapshot with our 360 photo booth!
Rides and Extras
- Carousel
- Gift Shop
- Giraffe feeding open until 7 p.m.
Artsy Animals
Enjoy our array of Keeper Chats:
- 6:30 & 7:15 p.m. — Meet our ambassador animals at the Wild Encounters Stage Presented by Kimberly-Clark Corporation
- 6:45 p.m. — Elephant Food Scatter
- 7:15 p.m. — Hippo Chat
- 7:45 p.m. — Predator Demonstration
Party Animals
Animals will be staying out late in these locations:
- Wilds of Africa
- Simmons Hippo Outpost
- Diane and Hal Brierley Giraffe Ridge
Experience the Magic of Power Washing Art
Sam Ward, a creative artist known for his innovative techniques, will be performing live at the Dallas Zoo’s Wilds of Africa Plaza. Using a pressure washer as his artistic tool, he’ll transform surfaces into stunning depictions of the Zoo’s animals. This unusual approach highlights his creative flair and ability to turn everyday equipment into an art medium. Visitors will get to see the process unfold live, offering a mix of artistry and entertainment in a vibrant zoo setting.
Event Sponsored By:
Community Partners:
Experience some of nature’s masterpieces at this Dallas Zoo After Dark event! Adults ages 21 and up take over the Zoo for this art-themed evening, where guests will interact with local artists while they create artwork inspired by our animals. This vibrant and unique event also will feature: