June 8, 2013
Wine in the Wilderness
Each year, thousands of people gather on the beautiful grounds of the Utica Zoo to sample food and wine pairings from our local New York State wineries and restaurants while listening to Simple Props live. This year, we welcome back the VIP experience with our Peacock Pavilion which offers elite guests to early entry, dinner stations, cash bar, live music and more in addition to the regular event.
Food provided by
Delmonico’s Steakhouse, Delta Lake Inn, Grande’s Pizzeria, Italian Chef, Karam’s, A Moveable Feast by O’Connors, Raspberries Café & Creamery, Tony’s Pizzeria, Michael’s Fine Food & Spirits, O’Baby’s, The Grapevine, Francescas’s Banquets & Catering, Il Café, PK’S Pub, Venice Pizzeria, Twin Ponds, Aquavino, Stone Bridge Inn, Holland Farms, Karams, Swifty’s, Romas, Lotus Garden & Oscuugnizzo’s Pizza
Tickets can be purchased: In advance using PayPal (below) or by calling 315-738-0472.
The Zoo Gift Shop (member tickets available HERE ONLY), City Liquors – 1651 Oneida Street, Utica, Clinton Wine & Spirits – 32 Meadow Street Clinton, Ilion Wine & Spirits – 10 E. Main Street, Ilion, Lichtmans Wine & Liquor, North Utica Shopping Plaza, Liquor Loft, Tops Plaza, Kellogg Road, Washington Mills, Lotto Liquors- New Hartford Shopping Center, Seneca Liquors- 8630 Seneca Turnpike, New Hartford, Village Liquors- 485 French Road, Utica, Ann Street Liquors, 18 North Ann Street, Little Falls
*Members must buy tickets at Utica Zoo Gift Shop to receive member discount.
VIP $75 – SOLD OUT
Includes VIP parking, early entry at 5PM to cash bar cocktail hour (don’t forget to try the signature drink of the night!) and dinner stations in addition to rest of the event. Entry and cocktail hour from 5-6PM, dinner stations open at 6PM. Live music and animal presentations also for VIP guests during this time. Then enjoy the rest of the event from 6-9PM.
General Admission – Members can only buy discount tickets at the Utica Zoo Gift Shop
Advance sale $25 members w/ card, $30 non-members
At the door $30 members w/card, $35 non-members
Includes event from 6-9PM
Designated Driver $20 includes non-alcoholic beverages, foods sampling & live music.
Ticket Outlets
The Zoo Gift Shop (member tickets available HERE ONLY)
City Liquors – 1651 Oneida Street, Utica
Clinton Wine & Spirits – 32 Meadow Street Clinton
Ilion Wine & Spirits – 10 E. Main Street, Ilion
Lichtmans Wine & Liquor, North Utica Shopping Plaza
Liquor Loft, Tops Plaza, Kellogg Road, Washington Mills
Lotto Liquors- New Hartford Shopping Center
Seneca Liquors- 8630 Seneca Turnpike, New Hartford
Village Liquors- 485 French Road, Utica
Ann Street Liquors, 18 North Ann Street, Little Falls
Shuttle parking available at Rec Center parking lot
21 & OVER ONLY. ID REQUIRED AT ENTRY.
OUR SPONSORS
WANT TO BECOME A SPONSOR?
$5,000 Connoisseur Sponsorship
Includes: 10 General event admission tickets, 2 VIP tickets, recognition at event through banner provided by your company, recognition in all advertising including
print, electronic & social media, Animal Encounter for up to four people*, 1 free
Zoomobile* & 1 free pavilion rental*
$3,000 Enthusiast Sponsor
Includes: 10 General event admission tickets, recognition at event through banner provided by your company, recognition in all advertising including print, electronic & social media, Animal Encounter for up to two people*, & 1 free Zoomobile*.
$1000 Goblet Sponsor
Includes: 4 General event admission tickets, recognition at event through banner provided by your company, recognition in print, social media advertising & link on Utica Zoo site & Animal Encounter for up to two people.*
$500 Cork Sponsor
Includes: 2 tickets & recognition at event through banner provided by your company and link on Utica Zoo site.
*Subject to availability
Call Daniee R. Hurlbert at (315) 738-0472 Ext 38 or email events@uticazoo.org
VIP Menu by A Movable Feast
Cocktail Hour: Full Bar
Fruit/Cheese/Baguette Stationary Display
Assorted Butlered Hors Doeurves
Food Stations:
Assorted Sushi – Made to Order with Condiments
Grilling Station – Tenderloin of Beef, Grilled Duck Breast, Chicken Breast, Salmon Fillet and Shrimp K-bobs served with Asian Scallion Pancakes and sauces of Sweet Plum Reduction, Jack Daniels Glaze, Creamy Peppercorn, Asian BBQ, Bernaise, Hoisen Sauce and a Mandarin Orange Glaze accompanied with Grilled Summer Vegetables, Brandied Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions and Roasted Olives
Pad Thai Station – Asian Rice Noodles tossed with sautéed Carrots, Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Onions, Mushrooms, Bean Sprouts, Egg, Sugar Snap Peas in a Tangy Thai Peanut Sauce and Siracha Hot Sauce
Salad Station – Jicama and Grilled Fruit Salad over Arcadian Greens, Asian Noodle Salad, Grilled Romaine and Arugula with a Strawberry Poppyseed Dressing, Rolls and Butter
Mashed Potato Martini Bar – Yukon Golds piped into Martini Glasses with toppings of Butter, Sour Cream, Scallions, Cheddar Cheese, Peas, Corn, Broccoli Crowns, Gravy, Salsa, Crab Meat, Caviar and Chopped Bacon
Dessert Station – Summer Berry Bar – Homemade Biscuits and Pound Cake with a selection of Strawberries, Blueberries and Raspberries marinated with Grand Marnier topped with Fresh Whipped Cream
August 3, 2013
Brewfest
You are invited to join us at the 15th annual Brewfest for a celebration of the best from nature—wildlife, wild music and delicious craft-brews. As one of the Utica Zoo’s largest fundraisers, this adults-only event will feature, for your sampling pleasure, microbrews from across the United States as well as beer from around the world. The event takes place on the beautiful grounds of the Utica Zoo under large tents and our pavilion. Live music and great local food also help make this night one to remember!
Advance Sale
$25 members w/ID & $30 non-members
At Door
$30 members w/ID & $35 non-members
Designated Driver $20 includes non-alcoholic beverages, foods sampling & live music.
Member discount available at the Utica Zoo Gift Shop ONLY
OUR SPONSORS
WANT TO BECOME A SPONSOR?
With thousands of guests,Brewfest is one of the Zoo’s largest fund-raising events. micro brews from around the world gather to offer a good time and a great advertising opportunity!
$5,000 Brewmaster
Includes: 50 Brewfest tickets & mention in all print, media, and electronic advertising, & prominent display of your banner on Gift Shop.
$3,000 Brewer
Includes: 30 Brewfest tickets & mention in all print, media, and electronic advertising, & display of your banner
$1,000 Barrel
Includes: 16 Brewfest tickets, mention in print and electronic advertising, display of your banner
$500 1/2 keg
Includes: 8 Brewfest tickets, mention in electronic advertising & display of your banner
$250 Liter
Includes: 4 Brewfest tickets, link on zoo website & display of your banner
$150 Pint
Includes: 2 Brewfest tickets & display of your banner
Silent Auction Sponsor**
Donate an item to be auctioned that night!
**Complimentary event tickets given out based on value of donation