What: Seventh Annual Night at the Zoo

Where: Houston Zoo’s Masihara Pavilion

The scoop: Wildlife enthusiasts from Houston Zoo’s Asante Society gathered under the stars on February 13 for an evening of sips, bites, and animal encounters. Guests mingled over wine, beer, and craft cocktails while sampling an array of savory and sweet treats from a selection of Houston’s top eateries.

Attendees got up close with the zoo’s charming ambassador animals and engaged with their passionate keepers, gaining insight into ongoing conservation efforts. Lee Ehmke, Houston Zoo’s president and CEO, took a moment to reflect on his nearly decade-long tenure.

Under Ehmke’s leadership, the zoo has unveiled four immersive exhibits, including the Galápagos Islands and Kathrine G. McGovern Texas Wetlands, with more transformative projects on the horizon. Ehmke will be honored later this year at the Zoo Ball 2025, set for October 25.

Who: Among the 250 partygoers were Stacey and Al Lindseth, Amy Ng, Abhilash Gummakonda, Courtney and Zac Harmon, Carina Antweil, Shea and Braden Parker, Christy Brown, Leslie and Donny Kilbourn, Darvell Bivens, Kayla Adams, Gabby Stuckenschneider, Maggie Sheridan, Laura and Terry Harvey, Lisa Marie Avendaño, Renee Renfroe, Sue Chin, Ginger Blanton, and Tracy and Jim Fish.

  

Photo by Johnny Than

Zac and Courtney Harmon.