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Galentine’s Day Flamingle

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Sun., Feb. 9, 12:00 - 4:00pm

Flocking Fabulous

The Galentine’s Flamingle Drag Brunch is back—and this time, it’s all about the Pop Princesses! Join us on the Zoo’s historic Mansion House Porch for a fabulous 21-and-over celebration with your besties. Indulge in an open bar, a mouthwatering brunch buffet, and show-stopping drag queen performances channeling your favorite pop icons. Feel free to bring the glam and dress as your ultimate pop star for the occasion!

Plus, enjoy special appearances from some of the Zoo’s animal ambassadors, adding a wild twist to your unforgettable afternoon. Each ticket includes Zoo admission, so plan to arrive early to visit our famous flamingos up close!

What to Expect:

Zoo Admission
Brunch Bites
Open Bar – Spiked Seltzers, Beer, Wine, Soft Drinks & Speciality Cocktails
Meet & Greet with Animal Ambassadors
Keeper Chat
Drag/Burlesque Performance (featuring Betty O’Hellno)
Drag Queen Meet & Greet
Photo Booth
Pop Trivia
Ticket giveaway to Tate McRae’s sold out show at CFG Bank Arena
Crafts
And MORE!

*Supplies/catering orders will be placed one week prior to the event. To secure your spot, please plan to purchase your tickets at least one week prior to this event*

Tickets

Zoo members save $10 on every ticket!

Explore Membership

$110

General Admission

21 and Older

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Zoo admission – enter before the event from 10:00 am – 11:45 am
Brunch bites
An open bar – spiked seltzers, beer, wine, soft drinks, and a specialty cocktail
One-of-a-kind animal courtship keeper chat – plus, meet and greet with animal ambassadors
Drag/burlesque performance – plus, a meet and greet with the Queens
…and a whole lot more – photo booth, crafts
The joy of knowing your ticket supports the Zoo‘s animal care and conservation programs!

$160

Limited Availability

Leopard VIP Experience

21 and Older

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Priority seating
Leopard animal experience
Zoo admission – enter before the event from 10:00 am – 11:45 am
Brunch bites
An open bar – spiked seltzers, beer, wine, soft drinks, and a specialty cocktail
One-of-a-kind animal courtship keeper chat – plus, meet and greet with animal ambassadors
Drag/burlesque performance – plus, a meet and greet with the Queens
…and a whole lot more – photo booth, crafts
The joy of knowing your ticket supports the Zoo‘s animal care and conservation programs!

$160

Limited Availability

Lion VIP Experience

21 and Older

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Priority seating
Lion animal experience
Zoo admission – enter before the event from 10:00 am – 11:45 am
Brunch bites
An open bar – spiked seltzers, beer, wine, soft drinks, and a specialty cocktail
One-of-a-kind animal courtship keeper chat – plus, meet and greet with animal ambassadors
Drag/burlesque performance – plus, a meet and greet with the Queens
…and a whole lot more – photo booth, crafts
The joy of knowing your ticket supports the Zoo‘s animal care and conservation programs!

$160

Limited Availability

Otter VIP Experience

21 and Older

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Priority seating
Otter animal experience
Zoo admission – enter before the event from 10:00 am – 11:45 am
Brunch bites
An open bar – spiked seltzers, beer, wine, soft drinks, and a specialty cocktail
One-of-a-kind animal courtship keeper chat – plus, meet and greet with animal ambassadors
Drag/burlesque performance – plus, a meet and greet with the Queens
…and a whole lot more – photo booth, crafts
The joy of knowing your ticket supports the Zoo‘s animal care and conservation programs!

$160

Limited Availability

Rhino VIP Experience

21 and Older

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Priority seating
Rhino animal experience
Zoo admission – enter before the event from 10:00 am – 11:45 am
Brunch bites
An open bar – spiked seltzers, beer, wine, soft drinks, and a specialty cocktail
One-of-a-kind animal courtship keeper chat – plus, meet and greet with animal ambassadors
Drag/burlesque performance – plus, a meet and greet with the Queens
…and a whole lot more – photo booth, crafts
The joy of knowing your ticket supports the Zoo‘s animal care and conservation programs!

FAQs:

Guests may enter the Zoo upon opening at 10:00 am. Please return to the Mansion House at 11:50 am. If you wish to see animals, please plan to visit the Zoo before the event.
Check-in begins at 11:50 am and doors will open at 12:00 pm.
Seating is limited and will be assigned. If your group is purchasing tickets individually, please email the names of those you would like to be seated with to events@marylandzoo.org. We cannot guarantee that we will be able to seat your entire party together unless you purchase priority seating tickets.
This is a 21 and older event. Please remember to bring a valid form of photo identification. Guests will not be admitted without photo identification.
Event details will be emailed to the ticket purchaser 24-48 hours prior to the event.

Looking to sponsor?

Would you like to be a sponsor of Flamingle 2024? Email us at events@marylandzoo.org for sponsorship and vendor opportunities.

thank you

Every dollar raised from our Galentine’s Day Flamingle goes directly to advancing the Zoo’s mission. By purchasing a ticket, you’re helping support Zoo operations, animal care, exhibits, education programs and wildlife conservation. The Maryland Zoo is a nonprofit organization that relies on your support. Attending Flamingle is just one way you can help. To learn more about ways to donate and how you can make even more of an impact, visit our donation page.

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