Hosting an event at ZooTampa is anything but ordinary. Whether they’re mingling with animals from around the world or enjoying our beautiful, immersive settings, your guests will have a unique experience unlike anywhere else!
When you host your event at ZooTampa, you can give your guests a WILD time with unique, one-on-one animal experiences.
From small gatherings to large parties, there are a variety of venues available to meet the needs of every event size.
Let us put together a menu that is unique to your event. From plated meals to a buffet, our on-site catering team is available with an array of options.
When you choose ZooTampa for your next event, not only will you enjoy an unforgettable experience, but you will be supporting our mission to rescue, rehabilitate, and care for animals and protect the natural world we share.
Weddings
Your cake can be vanilla, but your wedding shouldn’t be! If you’re looking for a nontraditional wedding experience, look no further than this unique wedding venue. Your big day will without a doubt be one to remember—not just for you, but also for your guests! From beautiful, picturesque venues to incredible wildlife experiences, your wedding will truly be the day of your dreams.
Birthday Parties
Conventions
Corporate Events
Company Outings
Social Events
Your cake can be vanilla, but your wedding shouldn’t be! If you’re looking for a nontraditional wedding experience, look no further than this unique wedding venue. Your big day will without a doubt be one to remember—not just for you, but also for your guests! From beautiful, picturesque venues to incredible wildlife experiences, your wedding will truly be the day of your dreams.
Looking for a fun place to host your child’s birthday party? Want to surprise the animal lover in your family with a WILD event? Host your birthday party at ZooTampa! We have packages available for every type of party – whether you want to treat your guests to a special photo from their day at the zoo or surprise everyone with a visit from Manny T or Flora Panther and everything in between, your birthday party is sure to be an unforgettable experience!
Hotels and convention centers are ordinary and crowded. Give your guests an unconventional convention to remember! ZooTampa has experienced on-site event staff who specialize in planning and executing large events. Want to take over the entire Zoo? We also work with large corporations and industry professionals to hold large gatherings throughout the Zoo.
Give your employees an event they’ll talk about for years! Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, award ceremony, or any other corporate event, our team is here to make it extraordinary. Want to bring your holiday party to ZooTampa? The Zoo is decorated throughout the holiday season, making it an ideal, picturesque location for your event and giving your employees and their families a WILD time!
Bring your group out to the Zoo for a WILD event! Whether it’s an employee appreciation day, team building, or company picnic, we have customizable packages to meet the needs of every event. Our packages are available in a variety of formats from single-day onsite events to flexible “come at your leisure” options. Our onsite catering team is available to put together a mouth-watering menu your employees and guests will enjoy.
Whether it’s a family reunion, baby shower, school dance, or graduation party, ZooTampa is the perfect place for any social event, large or small. There’s a venue for every size and occasion with WILD experiences available to really dazzle your guests.
Unique Venues & Unforgettable Experiences
An event at ZooTampa is anything but ordinary. Each of our venues provide a unique experience that will wow your guests. From overlooking giraffes and elephants on our African Savanna to a beautiful outdoor setting, your event will be awe-inspiring.
Ready to plan your WILD event or need some more information? Contact one of our event specialists to get started.
Open today from:
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM
1. Please make one field trip per reservation order. Complete one and start a new one if you have multiple days you are booking.
2. Headcount can be approximate. Please include children and adults in your headcount. Please do not include pass holders in your headcount for a ticket.
3. On the ticket page, choose the correct grade level (to the left of your screen) to receive the correct chaperone ratio.
4. On the ticket page, when on the calendar section, the number of tickets available will appear in the top right corner for each particular day. Tickets available include children and adults. If you have more people than tickets available, please choose another day.
5. Anyone that is ordering lunch, even pass holders and adults that receive free chaperone tickets, do need to pay for a lunch IF they are ordering one. Free chaperone tickets and pass holders are for admission only.
6. Payment does not need to be paid at the time of registration. Choose the pay upon arrival option if you would like one person to pay for your entire trip on the day of your visit.
7. The prices of adult and children’s tickets are different.
8. You will receive a confirmation number and confirmation letter via email when your trip is confirmed. If you do not, please contact Jamie.Elkington@Zootampa.org right away.
ZooTampa at Lowry Park offers a variety of delicious food for guests at several restaurants and concession stands throughout, but we understand that guests may need to bring outside food for special dietary needs. Acceptable and prohibited food items are listed below. For the convenience of our guests, there is a picnic area located outside the park near the main parking lot.
For the safety of our animals, guests and employees, the following items are not permitted to be brought into ZooTampa:
The following items are also prohibited to avoid blocking of walkways and/or trip hazards:
Please leave any unnecessary articles secured within your vehicle to expedite your entry into the park.
We reserve the right to deny entry to anyone not observing Zoo Rules.
With a new Pay For A Day, Rest of Year Free ticket – for a limited time – you get unlimited admission through December 31, 2023 including access to our seasonal event series. Some blockout dates apply — see below for details. Not valid with any other discounts.
When does my Pay For A Day ticket expire?
For a limited time, new Pay for a Day, Rest of Year Free tickets are valid from the day of purchase until 12/31/2023 Pay for a Day, Rest of Year Free tickets which were purchased prior to October 1st, 2022 are valid until 12/31/2022.
What are the blockout dates?
3/11/23 – 3/19/23
11/24/23 – 11/26/23
12/26/23 – 12/31/23
Can I purchase a Pay For A Day ticket on a blockout date?
Yes! You can purchase a Pay for a Day, Rest of Year Free ticket for first-time use on a listed blockout date and have full access to the park on that day. Blockout dates apply to repeat visitation.
Can I use my Pay For A Day ticket on blockout dates?
If you already have your Pay for a Day, Rest of Year Free ticket and wish to visit during a listed blockout date, please stop by the Zoo’s ticketing windows for alternate options:
