# Event Details - **Event Name**: JOLS Open House - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm – Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm - **Event Description**: Come check out JOLS Open House for a fun day of exploring, mingling, and surprises in person!About this EventGet Inspired for Your Next Fall Event at the Minnesota Zoo!Join us for an exclusive Open House and experience a preview of the Jack-O'-Lantern Spectacular (JOLS) event experience before the season begins.The evening will take place in Crossroads Pavilion, which will be transformed into a JOLS style event space, giving you a firsthand look at how your own fall gathering could come to life this October. Meet with our catering and events team, sample menu items, and explore the unique spaces available for private events at the Minnesota Zoo.Your ticket includes:Complimentary admission to the Wanderlight trail (a $30 value)One complimentary beverageLight snacks and menu tastingsAccess to a cash bar for additional beverage purchasesThroughout the evening, enjoy a selection of our catering favorites, including Swedish Meatballs, Charred Tomato Bruschetta (V), and other chef-selected appetizers. Gather around our S'mores Roasting Station with marshmallows, graham crackers, milk chocolate, and white chocolate, or warm up with hot cocoa and hot apple cider.The Open House runs from 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Afterward, take a stroll through the Wanderlight trail. While you'll experience our summer light displays, the walking route is the same one guests enjoy during Jack-O'-Lantern Spectacular, making it the perfect opportunity to envision your group's fall event surrounded by hundreds of illuminated pumpkins.Whether you're planning a corporate outing, client appreciation event, holiday celebration, or private gathering, this is a great chance to experience what makes hosting an event at the Minnesota Zoo unlike anywhere else.We can't wait to welcome you! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/apple-valley/jols-open-house/100001993568751802 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, food-drinks, holiday - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - door_time: 2026-07-30T00:30:00Z - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Minnesota Zoo - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Apple Valley - **state**: MN - **country**: United States - **location**: Minnesota Zoo - **lat**: 44.7675907 - **long**: -93.19577729999999 - **full address**: Minnesota Zoo, 13000 Zoo Boulevard, Apple Valley, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: JOLS Open House - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/70c41bf835baea4139e7850a94eb7f661c5afccb75bfb6c4cd070f7ad3f9c1c7-rimg-w1024-h683-dc151b14-gmir.jpg?v=1783558999 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is JOLS Open House being held? - **A:** JOLS Open House takes place on Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Wed, 29 Jul, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Minnesota Zoo, 13000 Zoo Boulevard, Apple Valley, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for JOLS Open House? - **A:** JOLS Open House is strictly for guests aged 21 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 21 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing JOLS Open House? - **A:** JOLS Open House is organized by SSA Group. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** JOLS Open House is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Apple Valley, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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