CROCTOBERFEST
This conservation event is held on the first weekend of October each year. The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park partners with breweries and vendors throughout Florida to offer sample beers, food, and live music as you stroll through the zoo and learn about conservation work happening right here in St Johns County.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit Mugger Crocodile Conservation
Mugger crocodiles are endemic to South Asia and are vulnerable to extinction due to habitat loss, agricultural expansion, and hunting. Funds raised through Croctoberfest will support research in Sri Lanka examining the home ranges and seasonal movements of one of the species’ largest remaining populations. This collaboration between the University of Hawaiʻi and Sri Lanka’s University of Sri Jayewardenepura will help guide conservation planning and improve our understanding of mugger crocodile ecology and behavior, supporting efforts to protect both crocodiles and local communities.
EVENT INFORMATION:
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Date: October 3, 2026
Location: St. Augustine Alligator Farm
Date: October 3, 2026
Location: St. Augustine Alligator Farm
This is a strictly 21 and older event. No children, including infants or toddlers, are permitted.
Adult Beverages:
Alcatraz Brewing
First Magnitude Brewing Co.
Tepeyolot Cerveceria
Veteran’s United Craft Brewery
Fishweir Brewing Co.
Bold City Brewing
Ruby Beach Brewing
Southern Swells Brewing Co.
Ink Factory Brewing
JAX Ale Exchange
St. Augustine Home Brewers Club
Hornski’s Brewing
String Sports Brewery
Island Grove Wine Company
Restaurants:
Mojo Old City BBQ
The Reef Restaurant
County Road Provisions
YAMO Food Truck
Peace, Love, Little Donuts
Kookaburra Coffee
Pi Artisan Pizza
ToucanTina Cafe
Conservation:
The Mugger Movement Mission- Conservation Partner for the 2026 Croctoberfest
Bees Beyond Borders
EEARSS
Lubee Bat Conservancy
The Rattlesnake Conservancy
Reptile Preservation Institute
St. John’s County Parks and Recreation
Matanzas Riverkeeper