The Association of Zoos and Aquariums will hold a virtual concert starring Ashley McBryde, Wynonna Judd, Brad Paisley, Old Dominion and other country music artists to raise funds for AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums. "All Together for Animals" will be streamed March 31 at 8pm EST/7pm CST and 8pm MST/7pm PST.

"COVID-19 has had a dire impact on zoos and aquariums worldwide," the event's website says. "Despite a year of lost revenue, we still need to feed, care and provide medical attention for our precious animals every single day."

Performances were shot in part at the AZA-accredited zoo in Nashville. During the hour-long concert, viewers can make additional donations in real time, with proceeds directly benefiting their local zoo or aquarium, according to the event website.

"It costs $30,000 per day to feed and care for San Francisco Zoo's 2,000 animals and $34,000 per day to care for Tulsa Zoo's animals. These costs don't go away just because the aquarium or zoo is closed," Dan Ashe, AZA's CEO, said in a statement.

"For each $30 e-ticket purchased, $15 goes back to the AZA member you buy your ticket from. It is a great way to show support for your local AZA-accredited facility, and you get to see a great show!" Ashe said.

The concert's emcee is Cody Alan, host of Country Music Television's Hot 20 Countdown and iHeartRadio's CMT After MidNite and CMT Radio Live. The Silver Spring, Md.-based association partnered with Contemporary Productions on the event. The show website is alltogetherforanimals.com.

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