zoofari 2019

Alright Columbus. This event is a staple. I've gone three years in a row, and honestly...I don't know what summer would be like without this wild party. 

The #Zoofari2019 event is a signature 21+ adults-only event, and it had everything you could possibly dream of and more. Over 100 central Ohio restaurants were there, offering generously sized appetizer portions of their signature dishes and specialty drinks. 

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The vendors were set up all throughout the zoo (as it always is) which made it even more fun and exciting because you graze all around the zoo while seeing a lot of your favorite animals! 

I was legit in an aw with all the food options there. I think I blacked out for a second (no alcohol was consumed at that time), because I was just so happily overwhelmed with all of the different options. At every turn, there was something good just waiting for me to consume, all I had to do was just go up and get it. I had been patiently waiting all day for a feast in foodie heaven, and yet, I gave my phone the honor of eating first. Each sample was a work of art, and would not go forgotten. (My camera roll can vouch for me).

Time goes by SO quick at Zoofari because there is seriously so much to do!
Live music, raffles, giveaways, and games were all scattered around, leaving no excuse for anyone to not have fun!

As a foodie, I just can't get over the fact of how much food was seriously there. I took time to get to know local vendors and smaller businesses, which was super cool because everyone that was a part of this event, truly enjoyed the product/company they represented/created which makes me love those places even more! It is apparent that the Columbus Zoo takes a lot of time to get these kind of events in order, and this one did not disappoint. Yeah, sure- it may've rained a couple hours into the event, and of course I wish it wouldn't have. But I brought a poncho, umbrella, and water-resistant shoes so that my fun wouldn't stop on the rains account (*because dedication*). 

The best part about this event (besides all of the grazing, dancing and exploring), was that while we were all enjoying all things fun there, we were also benefiting the Zoo's conservation education programs! The proceeds from Zoofari provide resources and funds towards conservation research, building capacity among local populations, strengthening environmental education, while promoting community involvement, as well as fostering behavior change that benefits both animals and people. As of today, $4 million privately raised funds have helped support 70 projects in 30 countries for conservation efforts around the world!

For more information on their conservation programs,
click the picture of the Columbus Zoo below!

Click the link below to peep my most recent instagram post about this event!

zoofari on insta