Bring the Columbus Zoo to you!
Zoo animals, alongside their dedicated care teams, are available to attend your next gathering, helping to connect you and your group to our mission of empowering people and saving wildlife.
- Birthday parties
- Corporate event visits
- Community gathering visits
- Senior citizen organization event
*Events must be held in a public location.
Pick the visit that’s right for your herd!
- Assembly-Style: 5-7 animals are presented one at a time while a handler speaks about the animal’s habitat, its status in their native range, conservation issues, and more. The length of this program is 30-45 minutes with time for questions.
- Gathering-Style: 5-7 animals are presented by handlers as people come and go. Discover more about the animals’ native range and what they eat and meet the Animal Care team! This program is more appropriate when other activities are taking place at the same time. The length of this program is 60 minutes.
Cost
- In-Person parties/events before 3:00 p.m.: $1,200
- In-Person parties/events after 3:00 p.m.: $1,400
- Senior Citizen parties/events in Franklin and Delaware counties (available September through May): $300
- Senior Citizen parties/events outside of Franklin and Delaware counties (available September through May): $600
- Virtual Party/Event appearance: $300
Look Before You Book
- A $200 mileage fee will be added for parties/events outside of Franklin County.
- Discounts are available for 501(c)(3) and non-profit organizations.
- Two months advanced notice is required for all event appearances, and experiences are customizable to fit your needs.
Call 614-724-3433 to book your event.
