Tickets to this Sacramento Zoo event cost $300 per person. Here’s where the money will go

Brianna Taylor
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The Sacramento Zoo is inviting the community for an elegant night under the stars this fall — and the price to attend isn’t cheap.

Tickets to the Twilight Safari Gala start at $300 per person, according to the Sacramento Zoo.

VIP tables for a group of 10 people cost $5,000.

All proceeds from the gala will go towards constructing the new zoo in Elk Grove, which may begin later this year. The new location could feature savannas, animal feeding stations and overnight luxury tent cabins.

The gala is from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 30 at 3930 W Land Park Drive. Guests will have access to a variety of drinks and appetizers and live music from Sacramento band Peter Petty and His Terpsichoreans. The night will also feature live and silent auctions as well as a farm-to-fork dinner.

Here’s a look at the menu:

Appetizers

  • Tomato gazpacho shooters with shrimp, avocado and cilantro

  • Prosciutto-wrapped asparagus with cheese and truffle

  • Mini filo cups with onions, apples and camembert

  • Short rib sliders with cheese

Salad

Arugula and herb salad with watermelon, tomatoes, cucumber, mozzarella balsamic vinaigrette

Entrees

  • Grilled pork tenderloin and prawns with potatoes, beets, charred lemon and wine glaze

OR

  • Lentil stuffed artichoke with carrots, kale, tomatoes and mushrooms

Dessert

Panna Cotta with nectarines, blueberries, basil and mint

Semi-formal or cocktail attire is recommended, according to the Sacramento Zoo. Free valley parking will be available at the front of the Zoo.

Seating is limited. Registration closes Friday, Sept. 15.

Questions should be directed to 916-808-7443.

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