Roar into the wild at Tequila & Tails, Brookfield Zoo's exclusive 21+ event.
Enjoy refreshing drinks, explore the zoo after dark, and discover the fascinating world of big and small cats, along with animals featuring unique tails.
Join us for a night of fun and unforgettable experiences!
Schedule of Animal Chats and Activities
Tails of Tales
6:30 p.m. Pallas's Cat: Meet the Grumpiest Cat on the Steppe
6:45 p.m. Sea Lions: Splash Into Their Amazing Tail-Driven Navigation
7:00 p.m. Binturongs: Bearcats of the Forest
7:00 p.m. Animal Ambassador (Surprise): Discover the Power of a Tail
7:15 p.m. Snow Leopards: Masters of Camouflage
7:30 p.m. Pangolins: Scales and Prehensile Tails in Action
8:00 p.m. African Lions: Saving Animals from Extinction
Sea Lion Cove will close around 8:00 p.m. to allow the sea lions and seals to rest for the night.
Animal Enrichment
6:15 p.m. Amur Leopard Enrichment: Watch the Amur Leopards in action during their enrichment session — see how they engage with their meal.
Entertainment (all night)
Live music from Dirty Pop on the East Mall
Access to photo booths, lawn games, raffle prizes, and more!