HOST AN EVENT
HOST AN EVENT TO REMEMBER
Looking for unique meeting, wedding venues 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, wedding receptions, and private parties. Say your vows in the Africa Live! Hippo viewing cave, open birthday gifts next to the towering giraffes or hold your company’s team building event in the spacious Beastro. Whether your event planning is for 20 or 5,000, San Antonio Zoo will make it one to remember.
- Indoor event venues accommodating up to 300 guests
- Beastro Restaurant: air conditioned, outdoor patio (great for large groups, sit-down dinners, galas and corporate meetings)
- Africa Live! Hippo Viewing Cave
- Savannah Deck
- Africa Live! Banquet Room: air conditioned venue complete with audio visual needs
- Great for: Meetings, company picnics, family reunions, holiday parties, birthday parties, and wedding receptions, quinceañera ceremonies and corporate parties.
- Complimentary San Antonio Zoo catered-event consultant to help ensure your event goes smoothly.
- On-site caterer preparing delicious meals
- Convenient and ample parking
- Guests will have an opportunity to get closer to some of our animals with behind the scenes tours, animal feedings and much more.
Corporate Events
After-Hours Meetings
Arrange an after-hours meeting or party at one of our “locations-to-remember” including:
- Beastro Restaurant
- Africa Live! Hippo Viewing
- Giraffe deck
Company Picnics
Think outside the box and provide a unique experience that your employees, and their families, will not just remember but look forward to.
Team Building
Looking to be wild away from the office? The Zoo has some great team building activities available including:
- Scavenger hunts
- Exclusive behind-the-scenes encounters
- More fun and wild activities
Birthdays
Party Packages
Whether it’s a 5th birthday, or a 50th, there’s no better place to spend the day than at the San Antonio Zoo. Party Packages Include:
- Admission to the park
- Carousal or train ride
- Reserved party space
- More fun activities!
- All staff-hosted party reservations close 2-weeks prior to the event date. Register early, as space is limited.
REGISTER HERE
Hosted Party
11:30 am – 1:30 pm or 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
$550/Members; $650/Nonmembers for 20 guests
Extra guests: $30 each (all adults and children, including those with Zoo memberships, must be paid program participants)
A complete hosted party package includes:
- A designated reserved area on zoo grounds for two (2) hours
- Your choice of train or carousel rides for 20 guests
- 20 zoo admission tickets (valid for adults and/or children for the day of the party only)
- For more information, please check our Logistics and Birthday FAQs pages or contact at 210-734-7184 Ext. 1908.
Reservations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations must be made online.
REGISTER HERE
Weddings
Make your special night wildly beautiful! Give your wedding guests a night to remember with a wedding and reception venue as unique as your union.
- Enjoy a delicious meal prepared by our executive chef as he delights your palette.
- San Antonio Zoo private event department will simplify the planning process by facilitating your event logistics.
- Just ask, and our private event department will help you plan a memorable dining experience to accommodate groups of 20 to 300 people.
Holiday
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.
Your holiday party includes:
- Admission to Zoo Lights
- Animal encounters
- 2- to 3-hour party venue
- Catered meal
- Beverages
- Alcohol packages
- Accommodations for groups from 20 or more guests
Our Venues
Beastro Restaurant
Our stunning —and air-conditioned—Beastro Restaurant is our largest banquet hall and is perfect for wedding receptions, corporate meetings, fundraisers, and any larger group. Its modern floor plan features a spacious patio overlooking our magnificent carousel. It can accommodate 300 guests for a seated dinner. It can accommodate 300 guests for a seated dinner, The on-site kitchen is home to our San Antonio Zoo caterer, ready to plan and prepare delicious treats for your event.
Africa Live! Hippo Viewing Cave
Truly one of the most unique party venues in San Antonio, the Hippo Viewing Cave is a great idea for an upscale corporate dinner, an unique birthday party , or even a small private wedding. It can accommodate up to 90 guests seated at tables or 150 guests for a reception style arrangement.
Savannah Deck
Want some really wild guests at your next party? The open-air Giraffe Deck is a perfect spot to enjoy the wild life—and your friends at the same time. Tables can accommodate up to 50 guests.
Picnic Areas
The San Antonio Zoo features several picnic areas that are great for birthday parties and small gatherings. Work with the San Antonio Zoo and take your small picnic to the next level. We’ll take care of the food, reserve the space and you can sit back and enjoy.
For menus and more details, please submit our Event Form.
MAKE YOUR ZOO VISIT AN ADVENTURE.
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