Find your rhythm at Werribee Open Range Zoo

Find your African beat this Summer at Werribee Open Range Zoo.

Set in the lush surrounds of Werribee Open Range Zoo, Rhythm of Africa returns with a fantastic program for families with live African music and kids’ activities.

Now in its twentieth year, Rhythm of Africa has become a must-do summer tradition, bringing together families and friends for a magic mix of warm summer nights, African beats and picnics on the grass.

This year’s concert series will run every Saturday night from 7 January to 25 February, with kids under 16 free.

The program will feature live contemporary and traditional African bands and a range of special activities for the kids including drumming workshops, hair-braiding and face-painting.

Safari Tours through the savannah will run until 6pm and the African Pula Trail will remain open until 8pm, allowing you to explore the Zoo as dusk falls, spotting Lions, Wild Dogs and Cheetah on the prowl and Hippos grazing on the beach.

If the weather’s warm don’t forget to bring the kids’ bathers and watch the sun set from Hippo Beach. While you relax beneath the thatched umbrellas the kids will love playing in the sand and cooling off under the fountains.

During the night you can purchase African-inspired dishes, but visitors are also welcome to bring their own blankets, hampers and beverages for a relaxed picnic on the lawn.

Proceeds from the concert series help Zoos Victoria fight wildlife extinction.

Rhythm of Africa

Date: Every Saturday, 7 January – 25 February 2016

Time: 4.30pm – 8.30pm

Location: Werribee Open Range Zoo, K Road, Werribee

Cost: Adults: $32.50 (general zoo admission) | Free for kids under 16 (Kids under 16 years old visit for free during Victorian School Holidays, Victorian Public Holidays and weekends)

Zoo Members: Rhythm of Africa is free for all Zoo Members Tickets: Tickets available online at zoo.org.au

Information: zoo.org.au/rhythm | 03 9731 9600