Magical Evenings on the Mountain

Join us for a magical evening on the mountain, exclusively reserved for those age 21 and up. Local musicians will set the mood throughout the Zoo! Tickets to Tails, Tunes & Tastes include unlimited small plates from our chef-crafted menu and two drink tickets. Cash bars also available. (No one under age 21 will be permitted, including no children or infants.)

Event Details

Ticket includes unlimited small plates + two drinks.
Save $10 by purchasing your ticket early! Day-of ticket purchases (if not sold out).
Ticket purchase includes 2 drink tickets. Your two drink tickets can be used at any bar during the event. Must be used the evening of the event.
– No outside alcohol allowed. Cash bars will be available.
– After-Hours Zoo Experience.
Live Music.
– Unlimited Small Plates + Two Drinks.
– Adults 21+.
– Our historic Carousel will be open from 6-9 p.m., $2 per ride.
Mountaineer Sky Ride tickets available at Sky Ride cashier booth (weather dependent). $4 for Zoo members, $5 for non-members.
Designate a driver, or better yet, don’t drive at all! Take a taxi or use a ride-sharing service like Lyft or Uber.

Highlights of Tails, Tunes & Tastes

– Savor unlimited small plates that are included with your ticket.
– Use the two drink tickets included with your ticket at any bar throughout the event. Cash bars are also available.
Feed the giraffe herd ($3 per lettuce bundle or $5 for two).
– Enjoy scheduled animal demonstrations.
21+ After-Hours Zoo Experience.
Live bands throughout the Zoo.
– Visit your favorite animals. (Note: Primate World and My Big Backyard will be closed during this event, and the penguin and grizzly bear areas will close at dusk.)
– Watch the sunset from the mountainside.
– Play cornhole and other party games.
Dress for a night of dancing, but remember you will walking up and down the hills of the Zoo! Layers are also recommended.
– Ride the Mountaineer Sky Ride, weather dependent. ($4 for members, $5 for non-members. Tickets available at Sky Ride booth.)

Beverages, Tunes, Food & Demos

BEVERAGE OPTIONS

Your ticket includes Tails, Tunes & Tastes admission and two drink tickets.
Multiple Bar Locations – drink ticket redemption and for purchase.

FULL BARS

Lodge at Moose Lake – Cash/Credit/Tickets
Rocky Mountain BBQ – Cash/Credit/Tickets

LIMITED BARS – (Canned/Draft Beer, Wine and Hard Seltzers)

Sky Ride – Drink Tickets only
Encounter Africa – Drink Tickets only
Pizza With A View – Cash/Credit/Tickets
Grizzly Grill – Cash/Credit/Tickets
Water’s Edge: Africa – Drink Tickets only


LIVE MUSIC

Dance the night away to local musicians located throughout the Zoo.

Interested in playing at Tails, Tunes & Tastes?
Contact [email protected], or call 719-424-7847.


FOOD MENUS

Unlimited small plates are included with your ticket.
(Additional drinks are available at cash and ticket bars located throughout the Zoo.)

ANIMAL DEMOS

Animal experiences are subject to animal participation.
Primate World is closed all evening. The penguin building and grizzly area close at dusk. All other animal areas are open for the duration of the event, weather permitting.

Tickets & Cost

Refund Policy
  • No refunds or exchanges available after two weeks prior to the event date.

  • Tails, Tunes & Tastes will take place, rain or shine. No refunds or exchanges for inclement weather.

Volunteers Needed

Interested in volunteering for this adults-only event?
Please watch for a volunteer sign-up link, available below when we are accepting volunteers.

For questions, contact Mellisa, special events manager at [email protected].


Sponsorship Information

Interested in being a sponsor of Tails, Tunes & Tastes? Please contact Brooklyn Osborne at 719-424-7814 or [email protected].


Proceeds benefit the care of Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s animals.

Special Thanks to Our Sponsor for this Event:

Visit Toyota of Colorado Springs and Corwin Toyota Colorado Springs' Website