Birthday Parties

Zoom Parties!
$80/group

Let the Lehigh Valley zoo help you celebrate! This LIVE 1 hour program will include 3-4 animals and 2 conservation educators. Our experienced staff and ambassador animals will host the party! There will be time to chat with your friends, interact with an educator and learn about some of our ambassador animals!

Click to request a virtual party!

Please note: Based on the needs of our animal ambassadors, animals cannot be pre-chosen. However, we will always try our best to accommodate requests!

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Celebrate your child’s birthday with family, friends and animal ambassadors at Lehigh Valley Zoo!

Our two-hour daytime birthday party includes:

- - All day admission to the Zoo for 20 guests
  - FREE admission for the birthday child
  - Private party room for 2 hours (max capacity 50)
  - Free printable Lehigh Valley Zoo birthday invite digital file
  - Lehigh Valley Zoo Members get 10% off base package price

Daytime Birthday Party Packages
Package	Price
Package 1: All day admission to the Zoo for 20 guests FREE admission for the birthday child Private party room for 2 hours Free printable Lehigh Valley Zoo birthday invite digital file Available for 10:30-12:30 year round	$325
Package 2: Everything in Package 1 plus: Pizza (5 large cheese pies) Drinks for 20 guests (Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sierra Mist, Brisk Iced Tea – 1 can per guest) Party Supplies (plates, napkins, cups, utensils) Nov-Mar (offseason) Available for 10:30AM-12:30PM or 12:30PM-2:30PM Apr-Oct (in season) Available 1:30PM -3:30PM	$375
Package 3: Everything in Package 1 & 2 plus: 30 minute presentation with 2 ambassador animals and an educator (based on availability) Photo opportunity for birthday child with one of the animals Nov-Mar (offseason) Available 12:30PM-2:30PM Apr-Oct (in season) Available 1:30PM-3:30PM	$475

Add-Ons
Guests
Additional guest:	$12/guest
Premiums
ADOPT An Animal: Bison, Giraffe, Sloth, Wolf, Penguin, Kangaroo	$45/package
Face painting	$150/hour
Pizza
Extra pie: Serves 4 guests	$14/pie
Drinks
Extra cans: Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Sierra Mist, Brisk Iced Tea	$2/can

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sort of options and extras come with a Zoo Birthday Party?
See above! For more information, please contact our education department at edureservations@lvzoo.org or call 610-799-4171 and dial extension 228, 229, or 247.

What animal species are available for the Zoo’s Birthday Party animal presentations?
We have a wide variety of animal ambassadors available year-round for conservation education programs. Program animals include mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians. All animals presented will be appropriate for the birthday party audience, but due to the needs of our animals, we cannot guarantee specific animal species. Check out the Request Form for more details!

What happens if it rains the day of my party?
The party room and associated activities are indoors, therefore the zoo will still host the party in inclement weather. If you choose to not attend your program due to weather, we will work with you to the best of our ability to reschedule. We do not offer refunds for programs cancelled by the guest due to weather.

When do I get access to the room?
The zoo allows the host of the party to access the room 30 minutes prior to the start of the party to do any additional set-up. You will also have 30 minutes after the conclusion of the party to clear out of the room. Please note that zoo staff will enter the room at the conclusion of the party to start cleaning up. We do request promptness as the room may need to be turned over for other programs.

When should we arrive at the zoo for our party?
You and your guests receive daytime admission to the zoo with the cost of the party. Therefore, you can arrive anytime during zoo operating hours. If you do arrive early, we may not be able to store anything in the room prior to your scheduled time.

What happens if we are late for our party?
Your reservation is for the prescheduled time. If you arrive late, we are not able to extend the time of your party. We do not offer refunds for parties that are cut short due to being late.

How far in advance should I book a party?
We recommend booking at least 30 days before the requested date of your party. *If you are interested in booking a party during our in season, (April-October) we highly recommend reaching out as early as possible to book as our schedule fills up quickly. *

Who is included in the 20-person guest count?
All guests above the age of 2 are included in the count for the party. This includes children and adults. *The birthday child is not included in the 20 people.*

What if my guests are members at the zoo?
If the host of the party is a member of the zoo, they receive a discount off the package chosen. All guests, including ones that are members, will be counted in the included 20-person guest count.

What animals are used for programming? Can I pick the animals for my party?
Due to the needs of the animals, the educators will select the animals for your program the day of. The available animals include reptiles, birds, small mammals, and amphibians. The animals will be selected to meet the needs of the program.

Are we allowed to bring outside food?
Yes, outside food is permitted. Please note the zoo is not able to store, heat, or cool food/drinks. If bringing outside food, please also plan to bring what is needed to serve the food. There are outlets available for any appliances. Alcohol and straws are not permitted.

Does the zoo provide decorations?
We will cover the tables with grey vinyl tablecloths and will provide plain white paper products. *For packages 2&3. Guests can bring in additional decorations. Guests are responsible for the set up and break-down of any decorations brought. Please note balloons are not permitted for the safety of our animals.

Are service animals permitted in the party space?
Service animals are permitted in the zoo and in the party room. If participating in the animal presentation, for the safety of the animals, no other animals are allowed in the space during that time. The zoo staff will work with you to the best of our ability to accommodate alternative options. Please see the zoo’s service animal policy here, for more information.

How do I book a party?
If you are interested in booking a birthday party, please visit this link and fill out a program request form at the bottom of the page.

If there are any questions or concerns, please contact us at edureservations@lvzoo.org. We look forward to working with your group!

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