Bidders for
critters
The sizzling summer online auction in support of the non-profit Phoenix Zoo is back! Don’t miss your chance to win… there’s something for everyone!
-Zoo Exclusives
-Eat, Drink & Explore
-Family Fun
-Jewelry
-Art
-Home & Garden
-Sports & outdoors
AND SO MUCH MORE!
All proceeds of the auction help to care for the thousands of animals who call the Zoo home.
Event Details
Bidding:
OPENS
July 17, 2025 – Noon
CLOSES
July 29, 2025 – Noon
Do you have a business and want to donate something to the Bidders for Critters online auction? Fill out the donor form below and email it to eventdonations@phoenixzoo.org.
Featured Auction Items
This 9″ x 12″ tempera paint on canvas was painted by our new goats, Bambi, Buttercup, Blossom and Bubbles as well as their mothers, Moth and Hazel.
Authentic Cardinals Jersey signed by Cardinals running back #6 James Conner.
The perfect gift for yourself or the special lady in your life. This exquisite white pearl necklace features three Akoya pearls set in a 14-karat, white gold 18″ cable chain. Akoya pearls are considered to be among the world’s finest pearls. These cultured pearls form in Pinctada Fucata oysters off the coast of Japan. They are harvested in the colder months from December to March resulting in the highest thickness of nacre. A true stunner!
Basket with stuffed animals (including fawn, raccoon, elk, black bear, mountain lion, Bigfoot), Christopher Creek elk t-shirt (size large), Christopher Creek General Store snapback baseball hat, Arizona Activity Book and Christopher Creek stickers.
Four (4) Members Club badges for the 2025 Waste Management Phoenix Open on Sunday, February 9, 2025. The tickets include complimentary food and beverages in the Members Club Tents, located on holes 9,12, 17 & 18.
Hundred Mile Brewing Co. Brewery Tour & Tasting certificate. Discover the art and science behind crafting exceptional beers. Sample five premium beer styles, expertly paired with selected bites. Enjoy this experience with friends in a private setting in the brewery.
AUCTION FAQs
When/How do I pay for my item(s)?
Upon completion of Bidders for Critters at 12 p.m. (noon) on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, a message will be sent prompting you to view your cart and use self-checkout. You can use the card you have on-file or switch to a new one. Self-checkout will remain open until 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, 2025. After this time any balances or item(s) in your cart will be charged to the card on file.
If you wish to pay by check, please contact eventdonations@phoenixzoo.org before 12 p.m. (noon) on Wednesday, July 30, 2025.
At this time, cash payment will not be accepted.
I won item(s) by bidding the "buy now" price, can I pick up before end of the auction?
Yes. Bidders will not be asked to check out or pay until the conclusion of the auction on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. However, if a bidder would like to make their payment and pick up item(s) prior to the end of the auction, they may email eventdonations@phoenixzoo.org with the request. Arrangements must be made with at least one business days’ notice before picking up.
How do I receive my item(s)?
Shortly after checking out, bidders will be manually emailed a link to sign-up for item pick up at the Zoo via SignUpGenius. Choose the available date and time that works best for you, enter your bidder number and winning package numbers. You will receive an email from SignUpGenius confirming your pick-up day/time.
All item(s) must be picked up by November 1, 2025. All remaining item(s) will be considered a donation to the Phoenix Zoo.
Where do I go to pick up my item(s)?
Once you have scheduled your pick-up time on SignUpGenius, you will pick up your item(s) at the Philip & JoEllen Doornbos Administrative Center located at the Phoenix Zoo (455 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008). This building is to the left of the main Zoo entrance and ticket windows.
Be sure to bring a form of identification.
What if I have a problem with SignUpGenius or need to choose another pick-up time?
SignUpGenius will allow you to move times if your schedule changes.
Please email eventdonations@phoenixzoo.org if you have any problems with SignUpGenius or need to pick up at a time outside of those offered on SignUpGenius.
None of the times available on SignUpGenius work for me, what do I do?
The times listed on SignUpGenius are all that will be available for our official Bidders for Critters Auction Pick-up, no new times will be added. Bidders for Critters official auction pick-up will last for two weeks starting on Thursday, July 31, 2025, and ending on August 9, 2025.
Arrangements can be made for pick-ups outside of those offered on SignUpGenius on a case-by-case basis. Please email eventdonations@phoenixzoo.org to make arrangements for another time. Arrangements must be made with at least one business days’ notice before picking up.
When do I need to pick up my item(s) by?
After checkout, bidders will be emailed a link to sign-up for pick up via SignUpGenius. Bidders should sign up for a time/date to pick up their item(s). Please be aware this is a manual process and there might be a delay in receiving the email. If you do not recieve the pick-up email with the link for SignUpGenius within 24 hours, please reach out to eventdonations@phoenixzoo.org.
All item(s) purchased during the Bidders for Critters online auction must be picked up or arrangements to do so must be made by November 1, 2025. Item(s) left after this date will be considered a donation to the Phoenix Zoo and no refunds for purchases will be made.
Can you ship my item(s)?
The Phoenix Zoo will not ship out of state.
Alcohol will not be shipped.
Breakable items and items large in size are not recommended to be shipped.
If shipping is requested by the buyer, the Zoo will charge the buyer, prior to shipping, the actual cost to be incurred. The item(s) will be shipped at the buyer’s own risk. Email eventdonations@phoenixzoo.org to request shipping for your item(s).
What are other ways I can support the Zoo?
There are various ways to support the non-profit Phoenix Zoo. You can make a direct donation, purchase items off the Zoo’s Wish List, volunteer your time with the Zoo or even become a Zoo member!
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The Phoenix Zoo is one of the largest non-profit zoos in the U.S., caring for over 3,000 animals, with nearly 400 species represented, including many threatened/endangered species.
Plan your visit today!
The Phoenix Zoo is one of the largest non-profit zoos in the U.S., caring for over 3,000 animals, with nearly 400 species represented, including many threatened/endangered species.
