Private Events
When it comes to setting a truly exotic stage for your special event, no place compares to the Reid Park Zoo. Enjoy the Zoo during or after-hours in an extraordinary setting unlike anywhere else in Arizona.
Host an Adventure
Join the pride and join the fun! Whether you’re planning a birthday party for a herd of kids, a reunion or wedding for your fine-feathered friends or a business luncheon or company picnic for a pack of co-workers – think outside of the banquet hall box and join us at the Reid Park Zoo.
Your wild experience begins once you enter the main gate into the Zoo’s expansive green space! When you combine our “one-of-a-kind” atmosphere, first-class facilities and mouthwatering menus, you’ve got an unbeatable combination for a celebration! The Zoo has an executive chef on staff and the catering department takes care of all the details so you can enjoy celebrating with your party. The Reid Park Zoo offers an inspiring, energizing and decidedly unique venue to create a memorable event your guests will talk about for a long time to come. Best of all, by choosing to host an event at the Zoo, you’re helping us secure a better world for animals worldwide!
Start planning your next event here at the Reid Park Zoo. Where else can you gaze at exotic animals as you dine?
Fun for the Whole Flock
Make memories with your family at Southern Arizona’s Most-Visited Family Attraction! Whether you enjoy the Zoo during the day or come to play after hours, the Reid Park Zoo is tons of fun for everyone! The Reid Park Zoo can help you host family reunions, picnics and more!
Birthday Parties
Celebrate a wild time!
Event add-on Experiences
Add a little extra sparkle to your event
Venue Information
Host your event near your favorite habitat
Weddings
Tie the knot at Reid Park Zoo!
Through the extensive hunt for the right place to have your wedding, you and your fiance will find there is no place in Tucson more exotic and beautiful than Reid Park Zoo. With accommodating grounds for both ceremony and reception, our Zoo is sure to make your wedding memorable.
Attention Party Animals
Reid Park Zoo offers the best in private and corporate event planning. With delicious catering options and an experienced event planning team, we will help you put together the perfect party.
Catering
Reid Park Zoo offers the best in private and corporate event planning. With delicious catering options and an experienced event planning team, we will help you put together the perfect party.
Our catering partner, Craft Culinary, supports Reid Park Zoological Society’s mission at special and private events. Craft Culinary provides excellent service and quality culinary creations. Craft Culinary is committed to conducting business in an environmentally responsible manner. It is their policy to champion and support the conservation efforts of Reid Park Zoo and educate guests, vendors, and employees to continuously improve our environmental performance.
Let our professional staff assist you in creating an experience you and your guests will never forget. We offer an array of customized experiences, including the occasional wild encounter, not to mention our elegant and sophisticated menu selections.
Reid Park Zoo is now accepting reservations for private parties and rentals!
Please call 520-881-4753 for details.
FAQ
Private Events
Start planning your next event here at the Reid Park Zoo. Where else can you gaze at exotic animals as you dine?
Please call 520-881-4753 or email events@reidparkzoo.org for details.
What time can my private event start?
Generally, private events begin after the Zoo closes and the public guests have had a chance to exit, approximately 4:30 pm. CLC Deck and Meeting Room are available for use during Zoo hours.
Can I have it catered?
Yes, the Reid Park Zoo is proud to partner with Craft Culinary catering to bring you many wonderful menus for your event.
Can I have a band or entertainment?
No, bands and entertainment are allowed to perform at private events with approval. Bands and entertainment must complete a walkthrough of the facilities with an Events Department staff person, and sign a rules and procedure agreement prior to event date.
Is alcohol permitted during a private event?
Alcohol can be provided during after-hours private rentals only. Service must be provided by Craft Culinary Concepts. An alcohol policy and price list can be provided upon request.
Can we feed the animals?
The Zoo’s educational & keeper staffs are happy to offer the opportunity to feed our giraffes with prior arrangements made. Please speak to an Events Department representative for details.