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The Maryland Zoo
Fall-flavored beer sampling returns to the Zoo with two ways to celebrate! Kick off the weekend with a lively Friday night at OktoBEAR-Eve - an exclusive 21+ event featuring seasonal brews, festive vibes, and wild encounters. Or, join us Saturday for the beloved OktoBEARfest tradition, with unlimited sampling of 60+ seasonal brews, plus wine, seltzer, and cider. Enjoy live music, local vendors, and, of course, all-day admission to the Zoo.
Event Details
The Maryland Zoo (1 Safari Pl, Baltimore, MD 21217)
October 16, 2026
4:30pm - 10:15pm (many shifts available)
Volunteer Opportunity Description
Below are the available volunteer assignments for this event. Please note that age requirements vary depending on the specific role.
Directional support (4:30-7:30 and 6:30-9:15) - Help guide guests down and into the event area of the Zoo
Event Entrance (4:30-8:15pm) - Hand out glasses
Pouring (4:30-7:30 and 7:00-10:15) - Pour beer, cider, seltzer (or other types alcohol) into official event cups
Other Important Information
Volunteers must be at least 18 years old to assist at the event entrance. To serve alcohol, volunteers must be 21 or older.
Community service hours are available for volunteers! Simply bring your forms to the event or email them to allison.schwartz@marylandzoo.org after the event.
How to Sign Up
If you are interested in volunteering, please complete a volunteer application. You can fill out the form here: Volunteer Application