Calling all Señors and Señoritas - grab your sombrero, don your favorite poncho and be the first to get your ticket for the Hattiesburg Zoo’s annual Tacos & Tequila party on Friday, June 16th from 6:00 – 9:30 p.m.
This year’s event will be an all-inclusive price for attendees with three savory dishes and one sweet dish each accompanied by a tequila-based beverage. Along with the food and beverage pairings guests will enjoy:
In addition to the four food and tequila pairings, there will be a Mexican corn station and Dole Whip for an additional cost. A wide variety of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages will also be available for purchase.
The Mini- Piñata Scavenger Hunt begins when the doors open at 6:00 p.m. Forty mini- piñatas, stuffed with miniature tequila bottles will be hidden throughout the front section and Africa region of the Zoo for guests to find. “This addition to Tacos & Tequila was a hit last year so we are bringing it back again for 2023,” said Demetric Kelly, Director of Guest Services and Retail.
Four VIP Cabanas are available for rent for Tacos & Tequila if friends are looking for a private space to relax during the event. Cabanas come equipped with waters and complimentary chips and salsa. Each Cabana seats eight guests, cost $100 and can be purchased through this link https://tickets.hattiesburgzoo.com/event/tacos--tequila-2023.