Zoolapalooza, running from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Fridays, June 19, through July 20, will feature some of the area’s top bands playing hits from today and yesteryear. My Yellow Rickshaw opens the program, with The Bishops, Jayne Bond and the Pink Martinis and An Innocent Band playing subsequent weeks.
As the summer heats up, visitors can keep it cool with Animals and All That Jazz. One of the zoo’s longest-running events, the program will showcase a range of distinctive artists, acts and musical stylings. Now in its 28th season, the program kicks off at 5:30 p.m. July 9 with Brenda Williams and continues every Thursday through Aug. 6.
The series will feature the West Central Quartet on July 16, Mina and the Wondrous Flying Machine, July 23; Appalatin, July 30; and Buselli-Wallarab Jazz Orchestra, Aug. 6:
Rides and animals will be available until 7 p.m. each evening. All concerts are free for zoo members and included with regular admission. Guests are encouraged to save money on their visit by purchasing advance tickets online at IndianapolisZoo.com.