Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo hosts multiple fundraising events throughout the year, both on and offsite. Each unique event helps to support the Zoo’s mission of combining education, conservation and recreation into every zoo experience. See below for a listing of our 2020 events! ​
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Interested in serving on one of our Event Committees? Click here to learn more! 

​For more information on sponsoring any of our events, please contact Jessica Taylor at jtaylor@beardsleyzoo.org or 203-394-6565 ext. 115.

2020 Events

Wild Wine, Beer & Food Safari

May 30, 2020

Our most popular event welcomes 1,200 guests from Fairfield and New Haven counties to sample wine, beer, and food from over 40 vendors in an exotic atmosphere. Featuring live entertainment and a large silent auction.

Go Wild

Golf Tournament

September 21, 2020

Gather three coworkers, friends or family members and join us at the exclusive Brooklawn Country Club in Fairfield for fun and fundraising! Includes a round of golf, contests (hole in one/closest to the pin/straightest drive), silent auction and great food!

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Scarecrow Competition

October 2020

This not so scary competition features scarecrows designed by local area classrooms and are on display in front of our Greenhouse. Scarecrows are displayed on Zoo grounds for a minimum of one week with prominent sponsor signage.

Get Creative

Endangered Species Gala

November 7, 2020

Join us for a fascinating night out to celebrate wildlife conservation!
​Enjoy cocktails and entertainment, animal encounters, a fabulous dinner and silent and live auction at our Endangered Species Gala.  

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Event Sponsorships

Become a sponsor of the Zoo and build immediate, long-term relationships with the Zoo’s dedicated audience: longtime Zoo members, guests from everywhere in the state and around the region, families with children, and affluent supporters.  You'll reach our audience through our established multi-media messaging.  This is your opportunity to partner with a beloved and trusted community resource, and raise your profile while doing good. Join us!

To see a full listing of the Zoo's event sponsorship opportunities, click here.