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Tickets are now on sale for Philadelphia Zoo’s Summer Ale Festival, an annual event featuring specialty brews, live entertainment, food trucks, and more. This year, guests can enjoy more than 100 award-winning seasonal craft beers and ciders; purchase fresh, local food from the region’s hippest food trucks; and enjoy live music and exhibits with friends. Experience a different side of the Zoo at this one-of-a-kind, adults only event.
Summer Ale Fest is limited to those 21 or older with valid identification. Tickets are available exclusively through their website and will not be available for purchase at the door. Summer Ale Fest serves as a fundraiser and supports Philadelphia Zoo in its mission to create joyful discovery and inspire action for animals and habitats.