Wild Wines

Where Fine Wine Meets a Fierce Cause

Kick off the weekend in style with fine wines, gourmet bites, and live entertainment. Enjoy an elevated experience at the Little Rock Zoo with premium pours, delicious bites, and animal encounters! Stroll the grounds with your commemorative souvenir glass and savor the flavors of this award-winning event—all in support of wildlife conservation and building a vibrant future for the Little Rock Zoo.

Join us on April 24-25, 2026, for this award-winning fundraiser featuring fine wine, gourmet cuisine, and live entertainment, all in support of the Arkansas Zoological Foundation and the Little Rock Zoo.

Must be 21+ to enter. Valid ID required for entry.

Friday, April 24, 2026, 7:00 – 9:00 PM

Kick off the weekend with a one of a kind VIP experience, featuring premium wines curated by O’Looney’s Wine and Liquor and gourmet tastings from some of Central Arkansas’s best restaurants. Enjoy live music and entertainment, up-close moments with animal ambassadors, and the chance to bid on unique experiences and items in the Silent Auction.

Saturday, April 25, 2026, “Mane” Event 7:00 – 10:00 PM

The “Mane” Event is the ultimate Wild Wines party that Zoo fans have grown to love! Sample from hundreds of hand selected wines from O’Looney’s Wine and Liquor and enjoy bites from dozen’s of the area’s best restaurants and caterers. Party with live music and meet animal ambassadors up close, and explore the Zoo like never before!

Be Part of Something Wild

Wild Wines is more than a celebration—it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact. Whether you’re a sponsor, vendor, or volunteer, this signature event offers a unique platform to connect with the community while supporting a vital cause.

Sponsors receive high-visibility placement through event signage, materials, and on-site engagement with a vibrant, wine-loving crowd.

Vendors have the opportunity to showcase their food and beverage offerings in a lively, unforgettable setting filled with potential new fans.

All proceeds benefit the Arkansas Zoological Foundation, supporting critical Zoo initiatives including conservation, animal care, and major improvements to the Little Rock Zoo.

Partner with one of Central Arkansas’ most celebrated events. Sponsorship packages include branded signage and creative activations that leave a lasting impression.