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) increase to $74.75.
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.
Full Zoo experience.
Live bands throughout the Zoo.
– Visit your favorite animals.
– Watch the sunset from the mountainside.
– Play cornhole and other party games.
– 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.
Dress for a night of dancing, but remember you will walking up and down the hills of the Zoo! Layers are also recommended.
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

What can you do at 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.
– Ride the Mountaineer Sky Ride, weather dependent. ($4 for members, $5 for non-members. Tickets available at Sky Ride booth.)

Food, Beverages & Tunes


FOOD MENU for Thursday, September 26, 2024

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

September’s Tastes Menu – German-themed to celebrate Oktoberfest

Pizza with a View

  • Kartoffelknödel | Potato Dumpling, Sauerkraut, Bacon, Caramelized Onion, Gravy– GF, Vegan option
  • Jägerschnitzel | Spaetzle, Pork Schnitzel, brown mushroom gravy
  • German Chocolate Cake | Coconut, Pecans, Chocolate – GF, Vegetarian

Trolly Treats

  • Gulaschsuppe |Traditional German Goulash Beef Stew – GF, Vegan option
  • Berliner Donut | Raspberry Preserves, Powdered Sugar – Vegetarian

Lodge at Moose Lake

  • Rouladen | Flank Steak, Mustard, Pickles, Bacon, Rotkohl – GF
  • Caramel Stroopwafel |Vegan

Grizzly Grill

  • Currywurst | German Bratwurst, Pommes Frites, Curry Ketchup – GF
  • German Potato Salad |Yukon Gold Potato, Bacon, Vinegar, Onion – GF, Vegan option
  • Kirschstreusel | Cherry Tart – GF, Vegetarian

Encounter Africa

  • Bavarian Pretzel Dog Bites | Obatzda/Beer Cheese Dip – Vegetarian option
  • Apple Streusel Tart | Apple, Cinnamon, Mint – GF, Vegan

Water’s Edge: Africa

  • Bratwurst | Sauerkraut, Hefeweizen Mustard, Pretzel Bun – GF option, Vegan option
  • Rumkugeln | Chocolate Rum Balls – GF, Vegetarian

BEVERAGE OPTIONS

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

FULL BARS

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

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

  • Stroller Hut – Drink Tickets only (in Giraffe Plaza, open 6-7:30 p.m.)
  • Encounter Africa – Drink Tickets only
  • Trolly Treats (above Australia Walkabout) – Cash/Credit/Tickets
  • Pizza With A View – Cash/Credit/Tickets
  • Grizzly Grill – Cash/Credit/Tickets
  • Water’s Edge: Africa – Drink Tickets only

LIVE MUSIC for Thursday, September 26, 2024

Dance the night away to local musicians located throughout the Zoo.
– Ava Grace
– Eddy Lieberman
– Joshua Jantell
– Rafiel and the Roomshakers
– Restless Hearts
– Steve P and the Hard Road
– George Whitesell

(More to be announced)

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


TAILS ANIMAL DEMOS for Thursday, September 26, 2024

Tickets & Cost

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

    – No refunds or exchanges for the September event will be given after Thursday, September 12, 2024.
  • Tails, Tunes & Tastes will take place, rain or shine. No refunds or exchanges for inclement weather.
Sponsorship Information

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


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