Event Highlights
Experience Carnaval at the Houston Zoo during our first 21 and up event of 2022, After Dark presented by TXU Energy! Our H-E-B Lone Star Pavilion will transform into a Carnaval-themed dance club where you can enjoy live Latin music from the Leslie Lugo Band, enjoy Samba lessons, play a variety of games, capture the moment with a free caricature sketch, and more.
You can also stop by the giraffe feeding platform to feed a giraffe and ride the Wildlife Carousel for free until 8:45 p.m. Your general admission includes one free drink. Food and additional drinks will be available for purchase.
Ticket price at gate: $49
Note: Ticket prices are no longer available online to purchase.
Adults 21+ only. No one under 21 will be permitted to attend the event. Last entry at 7:30 p.m.
Keeper Talks
Visit your favorite animals as you explore the Zoo after hours, including giant river otters and a jaguar in the Zoo’s latest exhibit, South America’s Pantanal. From 6:00-8:00 p.m., you’ll be able to chat one-on-one with the keepers who care for our animals in the South America’s Pantanal exhibit. Animals you may see include giant river otters, jaguar, giant anteaters, and more.
By attending this event, you are helping save animals in the wild.