Overview
Come Early, Stay Late, Enjoy It All
Enjoy a full day of Zoo fun, then stay late for the music and atmosphere. Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs. A limited number of tables will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Live music in Bicentennial Pavilion from 5:30–8:30pm
- Specialty menu available at the Pavilion Café
- Cash bar featuring cocktails and beer*
- Animals on exhibit until 7pm**
- Rides available until 7pm**
- Salsa dancing July 23. Dance instructors will be instructing from 6-6:30 and 7-7:30pm in front of the main stage.
*Must be 21 or older for bar access.
** Weather dependent.
Blair Clark
Blair Clark has had the privilege of working with Grammy award-winner/producer Narada Michael Walden, BMI ® award-winner Preston Glass and New Orleans jazz legend Henry Butler, to name a few. He’s enjoyed collaborating and recording with Evelyn “Champagne” King and Ron Tyson of The Temptations.
As a songwriter, Clark has written for various artists including co-writing with Narada Michael Walden and Preston Glass, as well as his own projects. A producer, Clark has created and worked in studios in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago and Indianapolis.
Clark recently released “Blair Clark Sings the Great American Song Book, Live at the Jazz Kitchen.” He will soon be releasing his next project, “In a Perfect World.” This latest work will be produced with the legendary Preston Glass, who has worked with such artists as Kenny G., Whitney Houston, Natalie Cole, Aretha Franklin and Earth, Wind & Fire, to name a few.
Clark’s passion for music is only surpassed by his passion for community service. He is the Founder and Artistic Director of the Carmel Jazz Festival, a 501(c)3 that's committed to spotlighting and educating emerging, upcoming artists.
Clark is president and founder of the Coach Blair’s Voice & Performance Studio, coaching and mentoring vocalists of all ages. The studio focuses on vocal training and performance technique.
Last but not least, Clark is president and owner Of ADC (Artist Development Company). Developing and refining artist talent while building brand awareness, creating social media buzz, and connecting artists to industry opportunities.