Adults Only Concert Series is Back at John Ball Zoo

Sorry kids, it's mom and dad's turn to have a night out at the zoo!

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Adults Only Concert Series at John Ball Zoo 2023

Grand Rapids' John Ball Zoo is once again hosting "Roaring Nights", a 21 and up concert series.

Who is Playing 'Roaring Nights'?

In 2023, you'll be able to enjoy live music from:

• June 15 - Mama’s Hot Sauce
• June 29 - Earth Radio
• July 13 - Main Street Dueling Pianos
• July 27 - Project 90
• Aug. 8 - Cabildo
• Aug. - Great Scott

What to expect at John Ball Zoo's Roaring Nights

In addition to live music 6p.m. to 9p.m., enjoy adult beverages and food. At previous events, there has been free popcorn and entertainment throughout the zoo, plus face-painting and yard games.

And of course you get to hang out with the animals at John Ball Zoo! There are specialty animal programs that will happen at 6:45p.m. and 7:15p.m.

Parking is free.

Tickets to Roaring Nights

Tickets for nonmembers are $22 each. Get tickets here!

Also, John Ball Zoo's biggest fundraiser of the year is coming up. Rendezoo is this Saturday, June 9. The evening will feature live music and entertainment, strolling dinner, admission to Grand Rapids Lantern Festival, adult beverages. VIP tickets are sold out, but you can still get general admission tickets here.