Signature Events
Find out about what big events are taking place at the Zoo and Garden and order tickets when available.
Riverbanks Run
March 28, 2020 @ 7:30am
Make tracks to Riverbanks for one wild 5k race that benefits wildlife conservation!
Event Registration More InfoWine Tasting at Riverbanks Botanical Garden
April 24, 2020 @ 7:00–9:30pm
Sip a variety of wines in one of the nation’s most beautiful and inspiring gardens.
On Sale March 1
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Twilight in the Garden
Select Summer Evenings @ 6:00pm
Enjoy a fun-filled evening with family at Waterfall Junction, followed by a movie at the Botanical Garden amphitheater.
On Sale May 1
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Brew at the Zoo
August 7, 2020 @ 7:00–9:30pm
Make plans now to join us for the coolest suds sippin’ safari in Columbia.
On Sale June 1
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Riverbanks ZOOfari
September 25, 2020 @ 7:00pm
Don’t miss the wildest event in town with the Zoo’s premier fundraiser.
On Sale July 1
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Boo at the Zoo
October 16–30, 2020 @ 6:00–9:00pm
Hey, kids! Put on your cutest costume for the Zoo’s popular Halloween spook-tacular.
On Sale September 1
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Lights Before Christmas
Select Nights in November and December @ 5:00–9:00pm
Experience Columbia’s longest running holiday tradition.
On Sale November 1
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