Escape to the Trails of Africa at ZooGala 2014

On Sept. 13 at 7 p.m., the Birmingham Zoo will host its largest annual fundraising event, ZooGala 2014, sponsored by IBERIABANK, a partner of the Birmingham Zoo for 10 years.

This annual affair will be held in the Zoo’s signature exhibit, Trails of Africa and will feature a “Moroccan souk” theme. Cocktails will begin at 7 p.m. and dinner will follow at 8 p.m.

To achieve the market feel, ZooGala 2014 will move away from the traditional seated dinner format. Guests will be able to mingle with each other while sampling a wide variety of food. From 9 p.m. -11 p.m., guests will enjoy drinks, desserts and dancing with “Boogie with the Beasts,” presented by the Birmingham Zoo Junior Board.

ZooGala will feature live entertainment by 14 Karat Gold Dance Band, a menu presented by Kathy G. & Company and featured jewelry by Empire Diamonds. 

The dress code for the Moroccan-themed 2014 ZooGala event is cocktail attire.

The Zoo requests that all patrons seeking more information visit birminghamzoo.com.

-Submitted by Kiki Nolen-Schmidt