Holiday Parties

In lieu of a traditional holiday party, purchase group tickets and Zoo Bucks (Zoo currency) for your attendees to enjoy Zoo Lights while practicing social distancing. Guests will have access to stroll the Zoo Lights walking path and will be able to redeem Zoo Bucks for food and beverage items at various dining locations and kiosks throughout the grounds.

Please note that reserved seating for dining is not available. Available for groups of 20 or more guests and must be booked at least two weeks in advance.

Host an upscale dinner or happy hour and explore the wonders of the Galápagos Islands’ dynamic underwater life. Experience unending views of the 290,000 gallon aquarium featuring sharks, stingrays, and colorful fish in a coral reef habitat.

Seating for 20 included
Evening rental
Light music permitted inside building

Capacity:
Seating: 20
Cocktail style: 40

Seating style capacity for both aquarium and sea lion cave: 60
Cocktail style capacity for both aquarium and sea lion cave: 115

Evening rental only
Sea lion tunnel available

Immerse yourself in the Galápagos Islands and dine underwater in the majestic Sea Lion Cave. This remarkable venue gives you an underwater look into our sea lions’ 362,000-gallon saltwater home. Complete your oceanic experience by adding on the One Ocean aquarium.

Seating for 40 included
Evening rental
Private restrooms
Light music permitted inside building

Capacity:
Seating: 40
Cocktail style: 75

Seating style capacity for both aquarium and sea lion cave: 60
Cocktail style capacity for both aquarium and sea lion cave: 115

Evening rental only
Sea lion tunnel available

Hidden high up in the trees sits the Nau Family Gorilla Treehouse. This intimate and exclusive space is perfect for company meetings and dinner parties.

Incredible 30 foot maple table seats 32 or divides into separate tables seating 60 total (additional fee applies to separate table)

Audio-video capability
Private restrooms inside the building

Capacity:
Boardroom style: 32
Dinner style capacity: 60

This space is for grownups only! We look forward to hosting your board meeting, cocktail party or dinner in this exclusive location.

Enter Africa with panoramic scenery of the gorilla and red river hog habitat. Take the views to the next level by adding the Gathering Tent to your event.

Seating for 60 included
Built-in service bar
Light music permitted inside building

Capacity:
Seating: 60
Cocktail style: 70

The Reptile House offers an unforgettable setting for a most unique gathering. Treat your guests to an unusual “house” party that is sure to intrigue everyone in attendance.

Seating for 80 included
Distinctive desert and tropical displays in exhibits
Light music permitted inside building

Capacity:
Seating: 80
Cocktail style: 200

A journey through Natural Encounters is like a journey through an entire continent. See the homes of animals from the river’s edge, rainforest canopy, desert, and coral reef. Make it an elegant encounter with a seated dinner or party with the piranhas as you crawl through a see-through tunnel that looks into their exhibit.

Seating for 100 included
Built-in sound system
Built-in service bar
Light music permitted inside building

Capacity:
Seating: 100
Cocktail style: 150

This room without walls captures the simplicity and serenity of the Zoo.

Seating for 100 included 
Easy access to restrooms
Music with dancing permitted

Capacity:
Seating capacity under tent: 150
Cocktail style: 300

George R. Brown Conservation Education Center

Corral your party animals in this private indoor space great for a variety of entertainment options.

Seating for 100 included
Private restrooms inside the building
Music with dancing permitted inside building

Capacity:
Hall seating: 180
Hall cocktail style: 350

Nestled in the heart of the Zoo, this open tent is the perfect place for an unforgettable company outing or a serene evening event.

Seating for 200 included 
Daytime or evening rental
Easy access to restrooms
Music with dancing permitted

Capacity:
Seating capacity under tent: 200
Cocktail style: 400

On the edge of the African Forest sits this vibrant, covered party venue. It is the perfect place to gather for a large company outing or dance the night away with family and friends!

Seating for 200 included
Easy access to restrooms
Music with dancing permitted
Option to close tent panels
4 large ceiling fans

Capacity:
Seating under tent: 400
Lawn seating: 200
Cocktail style: 1,200

Looking for a zoo-nique experience? Ask about renting out the entire Zoo for an exclusive evening!

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