Brew at the Zoo

 
Brew at the Zoo is an after-hours, adults-only event showcasing Manitoba’s craft brewers!

Enjoy unlimited samples of craft beer, cider, wine, ready to drink cocktails, spirits, and non-alcoholic drinks from Manitoba, Canada, and around the world. PLUS: live music, games, and a great atmosphere!

Event Map
 

Friday, September 12

Brew at the Zoo is sold out. 

Premium Admission: 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
General Admission: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

This event is for adults only, ages 18+. Please drink responsibly and get home safely. 

Ticket Options

Premium admission tickets: $85

• Unlimited beverage samples
• Early entry beginning at 6:00 pm
• Brew at the Zoo sample cup
• Dinner voucher that can be redeemed at select Zoo locations or food trucks.

General admission tickets: $65

• Unlimited beverage samples
• Entry beginning at 7:00 pm
• Brew at the Zoo sample cup

Designated Driver admission tickets: $30

• Unlimited non-alcoholic beverages
• Early entry beginning at 6:00 pm
• Brew at the Zoo sample cup
• Coloured Wristband

Breweries & Distributors

We’re thrilled to welcome the following breweries and distributors to Brew at the Zoo!

Sample List

• Barn Hammer Brewing Company
• Black Fly Beverage
• Black Wheat Brewing
• Brat Cat Mead Co
• Bruce Ashley Group
• Calabria Market & Wine Store
• Coca-Cola*
• Coco Vodka / Coco Rum
• Corby Spirit and Wine
• Dastardly Villain Ale Works
• Dead Horse Cider Co.
• District Brewing Company
• DrinkSense*
• Farmery Estate Brewery
• FullGeek BrewLab
• Great Western Brewing Company
• Group Dandurand
• Heritage Farms Brewing Co
• Heyru*
• Kilter Brewing
• Labatt Brewing Company
• Lake of the Woods Brewing Co.
• Little Brown Jug
• Low Life Barrel House
• Mark Anthony Brands
• Mark Anthony Wine & Spirits
• Más Coffee Co.*
• Molson Coors Beverage Company
• One Great City Brewing Company
• Rebellion Brewery
• Sheepdog Brew Co.*
• Shrugging Doctor Beverage Company
• Sobr Market*
• Suntory Global Spirits
• The Delf Group
• Trans Canada Brewing Company
• Wooden Gate Cider

*non-alcoholic samples

Games, Activities, and More!

Take a break from the brews and enjoy fun activities throughout the Zoo!

• Access Credit Union Grey Cup Tour: The Grey Cup Tour is making a stop at the Zoo! Get ready for a taste of the 2025 Grey Cup Festival. Enjoy games and interactive challenges like inflatable football toss, football pong, a photo booth, and more! Please note: the Grey Cup will not be on site.
  
  
• Challenge your friends to a game of giant Connect 4 or Corn Hole!
  
  
• Stop by our Sensory Table to explore the grains, hops and spices that make your beer taste and smell so good! Plus, discover how different water conditions change the final brew. Step into tradition and better appreciate all the details in your pint!
  
  
• Enjoy live music from The Coveralls and keep the party going all night long!
  
  
• Brew Awards: Vote for your favourites! Cast your vote before 8:30 pm, winners will be awarded in the big tent!
  Scan our QR code at the event to cast your vote in the following categories:
  
  • Best in Brew
  • The Other Sip
  • Zero-Proof Hero
  • Spirit of Brew

Food and Beverage

The Zoo’s culinary team is excited to present a special menu that pairs perfectly with craft beer!

Food will be available at the Tundra Grill, large event tent, and trucks and stands near the main entrance. Stay tuned for menu details coming soon! 

We are excited to welcome food trucks to the Zoo for this event: Cicilia Pizza, Tot Wheels, and Sol Food Truck!

Beer Gardens

Love what you sampled? Our Beer Gardens will be offering a selection of the products you've sampled to enjoy onsite.

Food is not included in the cost of admission. Premium tickets include a dinner voucher. 

Policies

• Guests must be 18 and over. Photo ID is required.
• Tickets are date and time specific.
• No outside food or drink.
• The event will proceed rain or shine.
• Umbrellas are not permitted. 
• Last entry is at 9:00 pm. Last pour is at 10:00 pm.
• No re-entry. If you leave the event for any reason, you will be unable to return unless it’s for smoking or vaping.
• Smoking or vaping is prohibited inside the Zoo. You may leave the Zoo to smoke or vape, and a staff member or volunteer will give you a stamp to allow re-entry.
• Disorderly conduct will result in your removal from the event. This includes trespassing into restricted areas, unsafe or disrespectful actions towards animals, visitors, staff, volunteers, or Zoo property.
• Event entry is only via the Main Zoo Entrance located at 2595 Roblin Boulevard.

Brew at the Zoo is presented by Manitoba Liquor Marts

With support from: AJ Mechanical, Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Ltd, Corpells's Water, Prairie Mobile Communications and Wave Show Technologies.