The “best party in town” returns on June 1 with special animal experiences, dazzling entertainment, culinary delights, an incredible silent auction, and more. It’s the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association’s largest and most important fundraiser of the year, bringing in critical support for our work on behalf of the Los Angeles Zoo and its efforts in wildlife conservation, public education, and creating innovative experiences to connect people with nature. 

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“Hey, I’m Slash. Welcome to the Beastly Ball.” 

The best party in town 

Is also L.A.’s biggest fundraiser 

For wildlife conservation and education 

An unforgettable evening of adventure and impact 

Hosted by Joel McHale 

Celebrating the Los Angeles Zoo’s mission 

To save species and connect people with wildlife 

“A wild ball of beastly proportions” and “one of the most important fundraisers” 

–L.A. Times 

“It’s difficult to imagine an event as fun as the Beastly Ball” 

–Beverly Press 

Exclusive after-hours access to the Zoo 

With special animal experiences 

Cocktails and culinary delights 

A silent auction with one-of-a-kind experiences, luxury travel, fine art, and more 

A fabulous program with surprise guests 

All in support of the Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association, 

Which plays a key role in making the Zoo’s vital conservation and education work possible. 

Beastly Ball ‘24 

Saturday, June 1, 2024, 6 p.m. 

At the Los Angeles Zoo 

LAZoo.org/BeastlyBall 

Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association 

Corporate Partners 

California Credit Union 

US Bank 

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Ways to Participate

Anyone can join the excitement and purpose of the Beastly Ball!

SECURE A BALL SPONSORSHIP AND TICKETS

$1,500 and up

Make it a night to remember for you and a date, your family, valued clients or business contacts, or stellar employees. The ticket price is tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Learn more and purchase tickets.

BECOME A CORPORATE PARTNER OR UNDERWRITER

STARTING AT $500

Connect your company or brand with the Zoo’s wildlife conservation mission and the Ball’s influential attendees. To learn more, email Kevin O’Brien at kobrien@lazoo.org or Oscar Dizon at odizon@lazoo.org. 

Donate an auction item 

ALL PRICE RANGES

Our popular online silent auction features a range of wild items and experiences. If you would like to donate to the silent auction, please complete and submit this form.

Bid on Silent Auction Items

All Price Ranges

Our popular online silent auction features a range of wild items and experiences. Browse the offerings starting on May 17 and make bids when the auction opens on May 24, all from your phone, wherever you are. Pre-register now to receive updates when the preview and auction are live.

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT WITH A CASH DONATION

ANY AMOUNT YOU CHOOSE 

If you’re not able to attend the Ball, you can still contribute to our most important fundraiser of the year. Make a much-appreciated tax-deductible donation.

STAY CONNECTED

FREE

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2024 Ticket Packages

Gorilla Patron (Contributing Sponsor) $100,000

• 20 tickets to the Beastly Ball.
• Reserved seating for you and your guests at Treetops Terrace.
• Name or corporate logo listed on signage and digital screens throughout the event, plus event website and Beastly Ball invitation (deadline for invitation recognition is February 24, 2024).
• Early access to the event for you and your guests. Enjoy a head start on all the exciting activities offered at the Beastly Ball.
• Leave a lasting legacy by naming a select animal at the L.A. Zoo and celebrate this memorable moment with breakfast for 10 at the Zoo, joined by one of the Zoo’s curators. You will receive a tour of the Zoo and watch a special feeding at your named animal’s exhibit, accompanied by a GLAZA photographer to capture memories of the experience for you.
• $98,500 is tax deductible.

Condor Patron $75,000

• 16 tickets to the Beastly Ball.
• Reserved seating for you and your guests at Treetops Terrace.
• Name or corporate logo listed on signage and digital screens throughout the event, plus event website and Beastly Ball invitation (deadline for invitation recognition is February 24, 2024).
• Early access to the event for you and your guests. Enjoy a head start on all the exciting activities offered at the Beastly Ball.
• L.A. Zoo Director & CEO Denise M. Verret will join 10 guests for lunch and a private show in the Angela Collier World of Birds Theater. A GLAZA photographer will capture memories of the experience for you.
• $73,800 is tax deductible.

Elephant Patron $50,000

• 12 tickets to the Beastly Ball.
• Reserved seating for you and your guests at Treetops Terrace.
• Name or corporate logo listed on signage and digital screens throughout the event, plus event website and Beastly Ball invitation (deadline for invitation recognition is February 24, 2024).
• Early access to the event for you and your guests. Enjoy a head start on all the exciting activities offered at the Beastly Ball.
• Cocktails for eight guests and a private training demonstration at the L.A. Zoo’s Elephants of Asia exhibit with Director of Conservation Dr. Jake Owens. A GLAZA photographer will capture memories of the experience for you.
• $49,100 is tax deductible.

Jaguar Patron $25,000

• 12 tickets to the Beastly Ball.
• Reserved seating for you and your guests at Treetops Terrace.
• Name or corporate logo listed on signage and digital screens throughout the event, plus event website and Beastly Ball invitation (deadline for invitation recognition is February 24, 2024).
• Early access to the event for you and your guests. Enjoy a head start on all the exciting activities offered at the Beastly Ball.
• Insider’s tour of the L.A. Zoo for six people in a motorized cart, including a special jaguar feeding and keeper talk. A GLAZA photographer will capture memories of the experience for you.
• $24,100 is tax deductible.

Rhinoceros Patron $15,000

• Eight tickets to the Beastly Ball.
• Reserved seating for you and your guests at Treetops Terrace.
• Name or corporate logo listed on event website.
• A private tour for six people in a motorized cart to get an insider’s look at the L.A Zoo. Tour options include: “Hooves and Horns,” “Birds Around the World,” “Great Apes,” or “A Look at the LAIR.”. A GLAZA photographer will capture memories of the experience for you.
• $14,400 is tax deductible.

Flamingo Patron $10,000

• Six tickets to the Beastly Ball.
• Reserved seating for you and your guests at Treetops Terrace.
• Name or corporate logo listed on event website.
• $9,550 is tax deductible.

Alligator (Individual) Tickets $1,500

• One ticket to the Beastly Ball.
• $1,425 is tax deductible.

For event information or to make your reservation, please contact Natalie Poveda at (323) 486-4253 or npoveda@lazoo.org.  

Corporate Partnership & Underwriting

CORPORATE PARTNERS

Individuals and corporate partners can enhance their presence at the Ball and their support of GLAZA through corporate partnership or underwriting.   

CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP

Connect your company and brand with the Los Angeles Zoo’s wildlife conservation mission and the Beastly Ball’s influential supporters. This unforgettable evening of philanthropy offers a unique opportunity to demonstrate community leadership and corporate social responsibility. 

To learn more, email Kevin O’Brien at kobrien@lazoo.org or Oscar Dizon at odizon@lazoo.org. 

UNDERWRITING

With opportunities ranging from $500 to $5,000, underwriting event elements or entertainment offerings demonstrates a heightened commitment to the Ball and its mission. Download the PDF for more information:

Ball Committee

Conservation Impact

The Beastly Ball has raised millions of dollars to support the L.A. Zoo’s local and global conservation and education efforts. 

In this era of rapid global species loss and disappearing habitats, the leadership role that the L.A. Zoo is taking to save species while inspiring the next generation of conservationists has never been more important. Your support of the Beastly Ball is key to ensuring the success of the mission. Join us.  

While the Beastly Ball is GLAZA’s biggest and most important fundraiser of the year, it’s just one of the many ways you can support the Zoo’s mission. Learn how you can make an impact by visiting our Donors page.

About GLAZA

For 60 years, the nonprofit Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association (GLAZA) has funded exhibits, capital projects, field conservation efforts, education and community outreach programs, and more at the Los Angeles Zoo, an international leader in the preservation of wildlife and care of animals.

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