[All Photos by Emily Hingle]

Sip+Dip at The Cool Zoo Dives Into the '80s

11:08 July 14, 2024
By: Emily Hingle
Sip+Dip at the Audubon Zoo's Cool Zoo has officially returned. The popular adult-only event debuted in 2019 and it had to take a break due to the pandemic. Now it's better than ever, selling out the entire series already. The second event of the Sip+Dip series celebrated the '80s with an awesome playlist, 1980s costumes, and lots of fun and games.


The lazy river was packed with people enjoying a leisurely wade around the beaches on which people were enjoying Gator Bites and Truffle Mozzarella Sticks. The splash pad turned full-grown people into little kids again as they ran around the massive white alligator and took turns on the slides. Amongst all that fun, our host challenged people with hula hoop contests and water bucket races to win drinks and food.


Though the remaining events are sold out, you may be lucky enough to go with a friend who already purchased tickets.

July 26 - Yacht Rock Night (Sold Out!)

August 9 - R&B Night (Sold Out!)

August 23 - Bey/Tay Pop Night (Sold Out!)

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