Celebrate Native American & Alaska Native Heritage at Central Florida Zoo's Sunset at the Zoo

Get $6 tickets now for this weekend's Sunset at the Zoo, taking place on Friday, August 28.

Music, culture, food and community will come together at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens in Sanford for the fourth Sunset at the Zoo event of 2026.

Join the zoo on Friday, August 28 as they recognize and honor the traditions, stories, and cultures of Native American and Alaska Native communities. This meaningful after-hours Sunset at the Zoo event offers opportunities to learn, reflect, and engage while enjoying the beauty of the zoo at dusk.

There’ll be food trucks & unique dining options, cultural vendors & educational tables, hands-on activities & family experiences, storytelling & cultural highlights, animal enrichment & extra keeper chats, barnyard buddies, giraffe feedings, and more.

Presented by Orlando Health, Sunset at the Zoo kicks off at 5 pm and allows guests to enjoy the zoo during the cooler hours of the day. Last admission into the zoo is 7:30 pm.

Guests can explore the Zoo after hours while enjoying live music and cultural experiences, flavorful food trucks and treats, local vendors, artisans, community groups and interactive activities for all ages. The evening will also include Barnyard buddies and giraffe feedings.

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Tickets are just $6 per person when purchased online and $8 per person at the gate. The event is separate from day admission and is not included for Annual Passholders. Families can also purchase a $46 Family 4-Pack, which includes 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs and 4 sodas, online only.

Click here to purchase tickets.

For more information, visit https://www.centralfloridazoo.org/event/sunset-august/

About the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens 

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is home to more than 350 animals in Sanford, Florida. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, it is a leader in conservation, creating connections that inspire people to take action for wildlife. The Zoo is an affordable, family-friendly experience supported by private donations and gate admission.



The Zoo is one of a small number of privately operated, non-profit zoos in the country accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) and serves as a valuable community resource that enhances the quality of life in Central Florida. By bringing guests face-to-face with animals they may never encounter in the wild, the Zoo is dedicated to the preservation and conservation of wildlife worldwide.

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