Private Events at the Zoo

For your event to be the success it deserves to be, you need to book at least 4 weeks in advance.  Booking early helps ensure you get the venue you want.

Rentals are rain or shine – no refunds, admission passes or alternate dates are provided for weather or cancellations by customer.

Amusements can be rented from the Zoo’s preferred vendor – Big Top Entertainment.

For the protection of our animal residents, balloons, balls, straws and confetti are prohibited.

For catering information, contact Special Events at (757) 441-2374, ext. 253.

Please contact Special Events at (757) 441-2374, ext. 253 for pricing details.

Outdoor Venues: 

Large Event Tent (Accomodates 500+ guests)

Event Field (add on to Large Event Tent only)        

Goode Train Station (Accomodates up to 50 guests)

Africa Boardwalk (Accomodates up to 50 guests)

Flora Point (Accomodates up to 50 guests)

Compass Rose Plaza (Accomodates 50+ guests)

Indoor Venues:

Education Classroom (Accomodates up to 50 guests)

Africa Interpretive Center (Accomodates up to 45 guests)

Education Center (Accomodates up to 75 guests)

African Village Restaurant (Accomodates up to 45 guests)

Visitor Center Large Conference Room (Accomodates up to 20 guests)

Visitor Center Small Conference Room (Accomodates up to 7 guests)

Extras:

In addition to rental fees for specific venues, the following event fees may also apply:

• Zoo security  
• Norfolk Police Department (Required for all functions serving alcohol)  
• Clean-up/disposal  
• Zoo admission for extra guests  
• Table rental  
• Chair rental 
• Setup/break down fees
• Animal encounter

For information about rentals, pricing or policies, pleases contact Special Events at (757) 441-2374, ext. 253.