Birthdays
Party with the Animals
Reid Park Zoo is the ultimate birthday venue for children of all ages. The Birthday Package includes all the elements that you’ll need to a hold a wild “party with the animals.” Craft Culinary (Reid Park Zoo’s on-site catering) will take care of your special day, so you can enjoy your guests, without the hassle.
The Birthday Package
Book Your Child’s Special Day today!
The Birthday Package includes all the elements that you’ll need to a hold a wild “party with the animals.” Craft Culinary (Reid Park Zoo’s on-site catering) will take care of your special day, so you can enjoy your guests, without the hassle.
Price:
$30 per person (not including the birthday child) for ALL attendees 2 years & older.
Minimum group size:
15 guest minimum
Time slots (parties are 1 hour earlier June-September):
- 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
- 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
- 2:00 p.m.–3:30 p.m.
Packages Include:
- Free Zoo admission for everyone in attendance
- A dedicated party attendant to manage your party, so you can enjoy your day with your guests
- Each child (ages 0-12 years) will receive a “Krazy Kritter” (animal shaped drinks), cookies & animal masks
- One Wildlife Carousel ticket issued to each guest
- Each birthday child gets a “Zooperb” birthday gift
- Lemonade & water
- Cupcakes provided for each guest
3 menu options:
- Ben’s Pretzel Dogs & House Made Kettle Chips
- Hamburgers (with toppings) & House Made Kettle Chips
- Pizza & Fresh Fruit
Catering Add Ons
- Tortilla Chips & Pico de Gallo
- Mac-n-Cheese
- Fresh Fruit
- Ben’s Soft Pretzels
- Made in house
- Sold by the dozen
- Tossed Salad
- Caesar Salad
- Cotton Candy
- Cookies
- Churros
- Popcorn
- Juices or Canned Sodas
- Zoo Souvenir Cups
Animal Encounter Add-on
Invite an animal ambassador to your party. Animal encounters must be booked separately after you have reserved the date and time for your party. Please click here for more information.
Birthdays
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a minimum or maximum guest count?
There is a party minimum of 15 guests. You may have less than 15 guests, but you will still be billed for a total of 15 guests. Our largest patio can hold up to 150 guests, but parties larger than 75 people require at least 2 weeks prior notice.
Is there a Zoo Member discount?
Yes, if you are a current Zoo Member, then we can discount the food & beverage portion of your invoice by 10%.
Can I remove an item(s) from the base package?
You may remove whatever items you wish, however, the price will not change and the value of those items cannot be put towards something else.
Does the base package’s ‘per guest’ price apply to both children and adults?
Yes, the price applies to any guests 2 years of age and older.
What happens on the day of my party? What do my guests say or do?
Your guests simply approach any open gate (they must wait in line if there is a line) and announce that they are with your party. They are counted by the gate attendant, then welcomed in (nobody in your group pays to enter). They are free to roam the zoo at their leisure, but all guests must be in the “party area” promptly at your party’s start time.
What furniture & decorations are included?
Each party comes with tables & chairs to accommodate up to 25 or 75 people (depending on location). Parties over 75 people may require additional seating and incur additional charges. We provide linens for the buffet & beverage areas, and also for the gift table. You may bring a banner, and we can help you hang it, otherwise the Zoo keeps décor strictly limited for the safety of our animal collection. Any personal decorations must be pre-approved by your birthday coordinator.
Can I bring food in, or take food out of the Zoo?
No outside food is allowed in the Zoo. The only exception to this rule is with a birthday cake–and only in conjunction with a scheduled birthday party. We can hold your cake for you, when you arrive at the zoo until your party time, and can hold it after your party until the end of that day so you may enjoy the Zoo. Taking food outside is not allowed for liability reasons.
What is a typical party schedule like?
The party starts promptly at your contracted start time, with your guests enjoying unlimited food & beverages for the 1st full hour of your party time. Beverage service goes for the duration of your party (1.5 hours total). Your hostess will coordinate cupcake (and cake) presentation with you based upon whether or not you have an Animal Encounter scheduled. (Information on Animal Encounters is below).
What is an Animal Encounter?
Add an animal encounter to your child’s birthday party at the Zoo! During this 30 minute experience, in one of the Zoo’s private classrooms, your birthday child and their guests will meet several of the Zoo’s animal ambassadors. Special opportunities will be available for the birthday child to assist staff and be the highlight of the program. These party additions must be scheduled separately at least 2 weeks in advance. Animal Encounters are $80 for groups of 40 or less–and you cannot book an Animal
Encounter until your party has been confirmed through Craft Culinary Concepts. Please call 520.837.8200 for more information.
What is the cancellation policy?
Your party is scheduled in an outdoor space. Please consider this before booking. You are
welcome to come see the event space before booking (with prior approval).
Birthday Party Reservation Request
Please fill out the form below to request a birthday party at the Zoo, hosted by Craft Culinary Concepts.
This is a REQUEST ONLY; you will be contacted by the Birthday Party Coordinator within 3 business days to confirm a date and time, and to discuss other details. Please make sure you see a confirmation screen indicating your form has been submitted successfully.
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