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Toast to Conservation and Meet a Penguin at Zoo Uncorked, September 12!

Like a fine wine, Zoo Uncorked, sponsored by Total Wine & More, just keeps getting better and better!

Tickets are on sale now for the Friends of the National Zoo’s annual wine fest, and this year, the event boasts an impressive selection of bottles, all rated 90 points or above.

Zoo Uncorked returns to the heart of Washington, D.C. and the beautiful setting of the Smithsonian’s National Zoo, Thursday, September 12 from 6-9 p.m.

As attendees explore the Zoo grounds after hours, they’ll have the opportunity to see all sorts of incredible animals — and even meet an African penguin! Big Cats Circle will be open for the duration of the event, and from 6-8:30 p.m., attendees are welcome to explore the Think Tank, where they might catch a glimpse of young orangutan Redd.

Food trucks will sell award-winning crepes, gourmet popcorn and authentic handmade dumplings, while keyboardist and pianist Marcus Johnson will perform his contemporary jazz hits for crowds.

VIP guests can look forward to delicious cuisine from local restaurants, a dessert bar and exclusive animal encounters at Conservation Pavilion. They also will receive a surprise complimentary animal-themed gift courtesy of TrueZoo.

For more information or to buy tickets, click here. Use discount code POPSC19 for $10 off a ticket, for up to four tickets!

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