Tickets now available Erie Zoo's centennial Mane Event
Tickets went on sale Friday morning for the Erie Zoo's Mane Event celebration, with this year's celebration set to include plenty of high-energy festivities set against the backdrop of their Glow Wild Chinese lantern festival.
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Attendees can enjoy live music from local artists, including First to Eleven, food from Cali's West, unlimited drinks from six bars, 100 silent auctions for each year of the zoo, and of course, live encounters with some of the zoo's animal residents.
Tickets will cost $155 for zoo members and $205 for non-members, with all proceeds from the event going to the zoo's work towards education, conservation, and community enrichment.
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'This is truly the Mane Event of the season,' said Roo Kojancie, president and CEO of the Erie Zoo. 'Whether you're a long-time supporter or a first-time visitor, we promise an unforgettable night that showcases everything people love about the Erie Zoo.'
Tickets to the event are available online here.
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