Enjoy the wonder of the Akron Zoo in the evening after it closes to the public. After-hours parties offer a private and unique experience while the animals are most active.
Komodo Kingdom
$1,500
Host a party in our Komodo Kingdom building! The rental allows you to visit our Komodo dragon, Galapagos tortoises, rainforest and Curious Creatures habitats after-hours and includes admission for 75 guests.
The dining room has a projector screen for presentations and audio and wireless microphone upon request.
Additional guests:
- $11 per person (April-September)
- $9 per person (October-November, January-March)
Seating capacity:
- 125 people in the Komodo Kingdom dining room
- 100 people on the Komodo Kingdom patio
Half Zoo Rental
$3,500
Reserve half of the zoo for a wild party! Packages include animals in selected areas in their habitats, plus admission and parking for 125 guests.
Access to the 2 outdoor pavilions (April-October) and to the Komodo Kingdom dining room and patio for a lower zoo rental is available.
Available Areas
- Upper Zoo: Pride of Africa, Grizzly Ridge and Wild Asia
- Lower Zoo: Legends of the Wild, Komodo Kingdom and Wild Asia
Additional guests:
- $11 per person (April-September)
- $9 per person (October-November, January-March)
Seating capacity:
- 125 people in the Komodo Kingdom dining room
- 100 people on the Komodo Kingdom patio
- 200 people per pavilion
Full Zoo Rental
$5,000
Rent the entire zoo just for your event! This package includes animals in their habitats, admission and parking for 200 guests.
Access to the 2 outdoor pavilions (April-October) and to the Komodo Kingdom dining room and patio is available.
Additional guests:
- $11 per person (April-September)
- $9 per person (October-November, January-March)
Seating capacity:
- 125 people in the Komodo Kingdom dining room
- 100 people on the Komodo Kingdom patio
- 200 people per pavilion
Add-Ons:
- Carousel rides ($200 per hour)
- Train rides ($200 per hour)
- Animal encounter ($75 per animal)
- Exclusive use of Photo Booth ($900)
- Gift Shop to be open for the event ($100)
Nonprofit organizations will receive a 10% discount on their rental. Discounts do not apply to admission fees or extras.
Minimum 60-day advanced booking required. To book your party, contact our Group Rental department at GroupRentals@akronzoo.org or 330-375-2550 ext. 7384