Zoofari Gala

Zoofari Gala

Zoofari Gala is the Taronga Foundation’s flagship annual fundraising gala event and is fast achieving recognition as one of Sydney’s most sought-after charity events.

Guests enjoying the Zoofari Gala
Guests enjoying the Zoofari Gala

Key Information

Date: Saturday 8 November 2025

Time:  5:30pm – 11:30pm

Location: Taronga Zoo, Sydney

 

Guests enjoying the Zoofari Gala
Guests having drinks on the verandah
Guests having drinks on the verandah

About the event

During this magical evening, you will go on an immersive journey through the grounds of Taronga, come eye to eye with animals over cocktails and canapés and meet Taronga’s team of experts in conservation and science. An exceptional three-course dinner will be served in the spectacular Zoofari Gala Marquee with views directly over Sydney's Harbour and skyline.

Join us for an absolutely unforgettable night of bespoke experiences in one of Sydney's most spectacular locations, all whilst raising vital funds for wildlife and conservation for an unforgettable night, that will also include an opportunity to bid on money-can't-buy experiences and prizes including overseas travel and visits to our conservation programs as well as a chance to win a stunning piece of jewellery all while supporting conservation.

Guests having drinks on the verandah
Delicious dining experience at the Zoofari Gala
Delicious dining experience at the Zoofari Gala

Zoofari’s History

Zoofari Gala is Taronga’s major annual fundraiser. Over the past 20 plus years, this spectacular event has raised over $8,000,000 to ensure Taronga can continue to save wildlife through expertise in science, wildlife conservation, education and inspiring people to connect with wildlife.  

This year, Zoofari Gala will showcase Taronga's dedication to ensuring the success of Australia's unique native species. Taronga is working to rewild these vital species back to their homes.

Delicious dining experience at the Zoofari Gala

Watch the highlights from 2024 Zoofari Gala

Your support is needed now more than ever with our wildlife facing impacts to their natural environment at every turn.

At no time has it been more important to ensure the success of Australia's unique native species. Taronga is working to rewild these vital species back to their homes and fundraising during Zoofari 2025 will support this important work.

Taronga's 2024 Zoofari Gala raised vital funds to continue its commitment to the conservation of one of the world's most unique animals, Australia's platypus.

2024 Zoofari Committee pictured
2024 Zoofari Committee pictured

The Committee

Zoofari Gala raises vital funds for Taronga to save native wildlife and lead modern conservation projects to secure their future.

Members 

Anthony Whitehouse- Chair, Ali Smyth, Sonia Karoll, Tim Johnston, Deb Coffey, Taylor Stewart, Rebecca Khoury, Jordan Askill, Bridgette Collis, Denise Gurr, John McAvoy 

2024 Zoofari Committee pictured

For more information regarding Zoofari, please reach out to the Events team: events@taronga.org.au