Party with purpose: Indianapolis Zoo’s Zoobilation ‘Rockin with the ‘Roos!’

INDIANAPOLIS — June 10, 2022 marks the thirty fifth Indianapolis Zoo Zoobilation, ‘Rockin’ with the ‘Roos!

The occasion first was held in 1986 for the zoo’s relocation to White River State Park and now helps many conservation and education schemes for the zoo.

This yr’s theme, ‘Rockin’ with the ‘Roos!’ acknowledges the zoo’s new kangaroo and cockatoo exhibit, Kangaroo Crossing. The exhibit is house to 13 kangaroos (6 males and seven females), alongside different species, equivalent to cockatoos, additionally native to Australia just like the kangaroo.

Not solely will attendees be capable of see the brand new Kangaroo Crossing exhibit and mingle with the ‘roos, however they may also be capable of wine and dine with over 300,000 bite-sized meals samples, get pleasure from stay music, and even rise up shut and private with a couple of different zoo animals.

Zoobilation is a celebration with a goal. In 2021 alone, the occasion raised $2 million. The occasion is Indiana’s largest black-tie fundraiser.

Going to the Zoobilation? Indy Zoo has some useful tricks to preserve you secure and having enjoyable:

• Obtain the app. The Zoobilation – Indianapolis Zoo app is on the market for Apple or Android. It’s an effective way to have the whole occasion program at your fingertips.
• Tempo your self. With 70-plus eating places and foodie cubicles, you will want to take your time to stroll by the Indianapolis Zoo to seek out your favorites!
• Put on comfy sneakers. Flats and black sneakers can go a great distance at this occasion with the entire strolling you’ll be doing.
• Get together responsibly. The Marriott Downtown Indianapolis is the official host of Zoobilation’s after-party. Be sure to depart the zoo safely by way of a trip service or a delegated driver!