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Looking for a unique meeting, wedding venue, or company picnic ideas? Then head to San Antonio Zoo. With a veritable receiving line of animals from around the globe, the zoo provides an unforgettable backdrop for corporate events, association events, wedding receptions, and private parties. Say your vows in the Africa Live! Hippo viewing cave, open birthday gifts next to our capybaras or hold your company’s team-building event on the Great Lawn. Whether your event planning is for 20 or 5,000, San Antonio Zoo will make it one to remember.
Corporate Events
Arrange an after-hours meeting or party at one of our “locations-to-remember” including: Fiesta Rooftop Terrace, Africa Live Hippo Cave, Naylor Savannah Deck
Company Picnic
Think outside the box and provide a unique experience that your employees, and their families, will not just remember but look forward to.
Birthdays
There’s no better place to spend the day than at San Antonio Zoo. Available on Saturday and Sundays.
Weddings
Make your special night wildly beautiful! Give your wedding guests a night to remember with a wedding ceremony and reception venue as unique as your union.
Holidays
It’s the Ultimate Holiday Party Venue! There’s no better way to “wow” your employees and friends this holiday season. Imagine hosting your holiday party amidst such a magical ambiance. Plus, we do all the work for you! You just need to pick a date and send the invitations.
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Venue Info
Key: AH (after hours), C (Corporate events), B (birthdays), W (Weddings), (P) Picnics, (H) Holidays, (D) Dinner, (L) Lunch, (M) Meetings, Presentations (PR)
Elevate your next event with our Rooftop Terrace! Whether a cocktail reception, lunch, dinner or birthday party, we have you covered. Located at the entrance of the zoo overlooking HEB Plaza, the lemurs and flamingos, it’s one of the best views we have. Reserve half of the space or the entirety to meet your needs.
Seated : Up to 200 Guests
Reception: Up to 250 Guests
Theater Style: Up to 100 Guests
Located just past the front entrance, this hidden gem is perfect for a birthday party or company picnic. Our patio is a quiet oasis with views of our Whataburger Theater and —– garden.
Includes existing seating for up to 40 guests
Seated (with extended space): up to 70 guests
Reception: Up to 80 guests
Need to get away…Hippo Overlook is not your typical meeting room. This indoor, air-conditioned space is very versatile. We don’t do boring events, let us hold your next team building or strategy planning meeting. When you need a break, step out onto the patio and look down to see Timothy and Uma hanging out. Ask our team how you can feed them? If you’re looking for non-work options for this room, it is perfect for social occasions. From wedding ceremonies, receptions, holiday parties or lunch/dinner, this space can’t be beat.
Seated (Inside Only): Up to 80 Guests
Seated (Inside and Outside): Up to 140 guests
Theater Style: Up to 100 guests
For those seeking an utterly unique venue, when a plain ballroom just won’t do, we have our Hippo Cave available. Like nothing else in San Antonio, Hippo Cave can be reserved after zoo hours for an upscale reception or dinner.
Seated: Up to 100 Guests
Reception: Up to 120 Guests
Theater Style: Up to 60 Guests
Events under the Big Texas Sky are always special. Our Great Lawn is great for larger groups looking to enjoy an evening under the stars. Whether a dinner, reception or fundraiser, the sky is the limit!
Seated: Up to 300 Guests
Reception: Up to 50 Guests
Experience the wonder of our expanded, newly opened Naylor Savanna on our Savanna Deck. Let us plan your wild event, just remember to invite the giraffes, zebras and other animals of the Savanna.
Seated: Up to 50 Guests
Reception: Up to 80 Guests
Theater Style: Up to 60 Guests
Nestled between our amazing Naylor Savanna and the upcoming Congo Falls, Rhino Deck is perfect to kick off your day at the zoo with a lunch or reception for your team building day. Just remember our three amazing rhinos are invited too!
Seated: Up to 120 Guests
Reception: Up to 150 Guests
Theater Style: Up to 100 Guests
In the middle of everything exciting is our Zoo Gardens! Located across from Lory Landing and right next to our Capybara exhibit, this space is great for birthday parties or a picnic. You and your guests can have some amazing food and beverage and then explore the zoo grounds for an amazing day.
Existing Seating: Up to 25 Guests
*Room capacities may fluctuate depending on menu and beverage selections, additional tables needed, spacing for vendors, etc. Please speak to our sales team about your vision for the event so they can better assist you with this!
