The L.A. Zoo is set to kick off the New Year with a show of support for the LGBTQIA+ community. On January 4, the zoo will collaborate with L.A. Pride to host 'Pride Night' during its popular L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow event. According to an announcement on X, the special evening is designed to provide a joyful and inclusive atmosphere for LGBTQIA+ staff, community members, their friends, families, and allies.
Join us Jan 4 for Pride Night at L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow, in collaboration with @lapride. Guests can expect:
— Los Angeles Zoo (@LAZoo) December 28, 2023
-All-ages dance party with DJ Brynn Taylor
-Festive Pride-themed photo ops
-Cash bar featuring specialty cocktails
-Restroom signage
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As part of the celebrations, revelers can expect to enjoy an all-ages dance party with DJ Brynn Taylor spinning the decks. Specially-themed cocktails will be available at the cash bar, including "Pride Punch" and "Taste the Rainbow," as detailed on the L.A. Zoo's website. There will also be a spread of festive Pride-themed photo opportunities to capture memories of the night.
Further expressing its commitment to inclusivity, the Zoo has indicated that guests are encouraged to "use the restrooms that are right for them," a policy highlighted in their announcements, as reported by the L.A. Zoo website.
Pride Night also serves as an opportunity for the L.A. Zoo to demonstrate its dedication to being a welcoming space for all visitors. The festive event aims to offer an evening where the LGBTQIA+ community and its supporters can come freely together.