Ken Peplowski's Benny Goodman tribute at Zoo

Ken Peplowski’s Benny Goodman Centennial Celebration kicks off the 23rd Annual Animal Crackers Concert Series on Wednesday, July 8, at the Racine Zoo. Peplowski's presentation celebrates the music Benny Goodman made famous, including original arrangements by Fletcher Henderson, Jimmy Mundy and Dean Kincaide.

Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the gate. For Animal Crackers concerts, zoo gates open at 5:30 p.m. with the concert’s two 45-minute sets kicking off at 7 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the zoo, by phone at 262-636-9189 or on its website or from all Johnson Bank locations.

The concert will go on rain or shine. Food and beverages are available.