Utah's Hogle Zoo
Zoo Rendezvous
Fundraiser
About Zoo Rendezvous (21+)
Friday, September 8, 2023, 6-10 p.m.
- Queen Bee early entry: 4 p.m.
- V.I.Bee early entry: 5 p.m.
Our 26th annual Zoo Rendezvous “Bee Groovy” is not your average fundraiser, but a FUNraiser. Get your flower power evening wear on and see what all the buzz is about. Enjoy the wildest party in town with up-close animal experiences, VIP tours, live music and dancing, entertainment, silent auction, and a wide variety of drinks and food. This 21+ event is a unique evening for friends, business associates, and animal lovers.
Early bird pricing available until July 15, 2023. Buy your tickets now!
Tickets - EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
Limited quantity: 24
Includes:
- Early entry at 4PM
- Access to exclusive VIP area
- Reserved parking by entry
- VIP badge and printed program
- Behind-the-scenes cart tour with Director, including Wild Utah zone
- Framed commemorative photo from photo wall
- Lion Feed experience (dependent on group size)
- Animal ambassadors and keeper chat in VIP area
- 5 drink tickets – beer and wine, plus cocktails in VIP area
- Unlimited food from local food vendors, including specialty food in VIP area
- Elevated gift bag
- Aluminum water bottle to decorate with themed stickers
- Free carousel rides
- 2 return general admission tickets to Bee Festival (2 days)
- 2 invitations to early access Wild Utah opening in 2024
- Name in program, signage on tables (VIP area)
Limited quantity: 276
Includes:
- Early entry at 5PM
- Access to exclusive VIP area
- Reserved parking by entry
- VIP badge and printed program
- Aluminum water bottle to decorate with themed stickers
- Animal ambassadors and keeper chat in VIP area
- 3 drink tickets – beer and wine, plus cocktails in VIP area
- Unlimited food from local food vendors, including specialty food in VIP area
- Gift bag
- Free carousel rides
- Return general admission ticket to Bee Festival (1 day)
- Name in program, signage on tables (VIP area)
Limited quantity: 1,200
Includes:
- Main entry at 6PM
- Access to food from local food vendors
- Access to live entertainment and event festivities
- Free carousel rides
- 2 drink tickets – beer and wine only
- Free water and soda during the event
This 21+ event is a unique marketing opportunity of visibility within a highly desirable demographic. Besides the animals, the restaurants are the biggest hit of Zoo Rendezvous and the most talked about feature by guests. Participation is limited to just 20 restaurants and diverse, local and sustainable cuisine is encouraged. Secure your restaurant today!
Participation:
- A minimum of one appetizer, drink, side, main, or dessert sample-sized portion for 750 guests
- Staffing for the event (up to 4 employees who are 21+); may be done in 2 shifts of a minimum of 2 employees always staffing the table while the other 2 enjoy the event
- Early set up between 2-4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 8
- Temporary food permit that is reimbursable up to $65
Your company will receive:
- The amazing feeling knowing you are supporting animals
and wildlife conservation and receiving a tax benefit for your
in-kind donation to a 501(c)(3) - 4 Zoo Rendezvous The Hive tickets ($400 value)
- Opportunity to reward up to 4 staff with event participation when not working the table
- Logo placement in the event program and on the Zoo Rendezvous webpage for one year (1+ million visitors a year)
- Opportunity to include an item or ad in the V.I.Bee gift bag for further exposure
- Social media exposure to 275,000 followers on five channels
- 20 daytime zoo general admission tickets ($480 value) – valid until 12/31/2024
- Opportunity to bring your own restaurant signage, business cards, and/or menu, or auction gift card for additional on-site advertising in your section
- Opportunity to be in the zoo’s Bee Festival live chef competition Sept. 30
Utah’s Hogle Zoo will provide:
- Sustainable plates, utensils, napkins, and other serving materials for your portions
- Signage with company logo on 10x 10 tent with lights
- Two, 3 x 8-foot tables with linens
- Bags of crushed ice
- Power is limited and is provided on a first-come, first-served basis
For more information please email [email protected]
Donations of items and experiences to our silent auction are greatly appreciated and help make Zoo Rendezvous successful each year. Silent auction items are also a great way to market your company’s products and offerings to a highly desirable demographic.
Please fill out the form and a member of our team will be in contact. Thank you for your support!
Want to showcase your organization as a supporter of wildlife and conservation? Become an official Zoo Rendezvous sponsor and receive a Zoo Rendezvous ticket package and marketing promotion during the event.
See our Zoo Rendezvous Sponsorship Flier, or contact us at [email protected]