Big Joel's Safari Petting Zoo & Educational Park

Looking for a place to host your next business function, customer appreciation event, or party?

Why not rent the zoo!

Our Zoo rental package is for two hours after the park closes to the public. Events can begin after the park closes or ½ hour after during most of our 2023 regular season (April – October 7th). Please note that renting the zoo early and later times of the year is not be possible due the sun setting early.

With our basic zoo rental, you and your guests receive private access to the park and can tour at your leisure during daylight hours (Parts of the park cannot be toured due to insurance purposes after sunset). You get access to the Safari Party Room which is climate controlled and to the Pavilion area with lights & electrical hookups. Both are conveniently located next to each other. Feed for the animals and other extra attractions are not included in the basic price. You can customize your venue rental, for example to provide feed for guests, add more time to your event, and more.

Food and drinks can be brought into the park for your event. All food must stay in the party room and outdoor pavilion area. Please make prior arrangements if you wish to bring alcoholic beverages. We cannot provide grilling equipment for events due to insurance reasons. 

Balloons are prohibited outside of the party room and any noise making (party) devices.

Zoo Rental Pricing
Base pricing for zoo rentals is based on the number of people attending your event provided below. There are many ways to customize your event such as adding time to your event, feed for animals, and more at additional costs. Please call for a personal quote as each group needs are different. 

Number of Guests                    Price
100-150                                      $1,000.00
151-200                                      $1,250.00
201-250                                     $1,500.00
251-300                                     $ 1,750.00    
300+                                            Contact the main office

A $100 deposit is required to reserve your event