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Hemet, CA 
Animal Entertainment
43 miles from San Marcos 
1 Verified Booking Mobile Petting Zoo & Pony Rides for any event. We have different packages to customize to suit your needs. We also offer individual animals for hire.
Tustin, CA
Children’s Party Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
56 miles from San Marcos
8 Verified Bookings Sherry G. said “Jack was amazing entertainer and great with kids. All the kids loved him!”
Norco, CA
Animal Entertainment
59 miles from San Marcos
2 Verified Bookings We produce a traveling Medieval Tournament with games on horseback, jousting, dancing horses, and expert hand-to-hand combat with a variety of Medieval weapons.…
Placentia, CA
Animal Entertainment
64 miles from San Marcos Shirley V. said “We had Kirby and the Sky High Flying Canines at my son's 1st birthday party this Saturday and they were PAW-some!! The adults and kids loved the…”
Anaheim, CA
Pirate Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
64 miles from San Marcos
5 Verified Bookings The very best professional Themed Entertainers and friendliest Exotic Animals for hire anywhere in CA, NY, FL, IL, MA, NJ, PA, NV. We are America's largest…
Diamond Bar, CA
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
72 miles from San Marcos Natalie M. said “We got a petting zoo for my son's 1st birthday and it was absolutely amazing. It was so easy to set it up and Winnie stayed in communication with…”
Long Beach, CA
Animal Entertainment
73 miles from San Marcos
6 Verified Bookings Heidi K. said “The preschoolers lived this fast paced abs fun presentation.”
Los Angeles, CA
Animal Entertainment
88 miles from San Marcos
133 Verified Bookings Ashley C. said “We absolutely loved Daniel and the mobile zoo of Southern California! The animals were so adorable and they were an absolute hit amongst the adults and…”
Los Angeles, CA
Comedy Magician / Animal Entertainment
88 miles from San Marcos
1 Verified Booking Alex L. said “We booked Geebo for our Camp day at our school. Geebo was profesional the whole time. His show was engaging and appropriate for our group with mix age…”
Los Angeles, CA
Santa Claus / Animal Entertainment
88 miles from San Marcos
1 Verified Booking Claudia G. C. said “Thank you so much for sending Victor as Woody from Toy Story to my son's birthday party. He arrived on time and was ready to begin the entertainment…”
Pinon Hills, CA
Animal Entertainment
93 miles from San Marcos
1 Verified Booking Nadine E. said “Jenny was really easy to work with. She always answered quickly. She was on time and very nice, all the kids had a blast!”
Apple Valley, CA
Animal Entertainment
94 miles from San Marcos
15 Verified Bookings Bev P. said “Casey did a wonderful job explaining each animal & presenting it to the children so they could closely experience each one. At the end of her presentation…”
Yuma, AZ
Animal Entertainment
151 miles from San Marcos Reptile Wonders: Scales & Tails brings the thrill of the reptile kingdom right to your event! Perfect for schools, birthdays, community gatherings, and corporate…
Lake Havasu City, AZ
Event Planner / Animal Entertainment
188 miles from San Marcos
19 Verified Bookings Renita G. said “amazing the kids loved him. He did a great job”
Las Vegas, NV
Children’s Party Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
239 miles from San Marcos
29 Verified Bookings Arlene Y. said “Melanie was in character from the moment she came to the moment to shelf. She was really cute in her classic French mime outfit and really added to the…”
On average, animal entertainment costs $300-$400. The price may vary depending on your location, length of the event, travel costs, and the types of animals you want to have. Exotic animal shows are often more expensive than a petting zoo or pony ride.
Animal entertainment is most often booked for 1 hour. However, it largely depends on the specific animal entertainment you are booking. Some live animal shows can be shortened, while other interactive animal experiences could be booked for longer events.
There are all kinds of animal entertainment that work for many events. You can book a show with animals performing tricks or have an animal ambassador introduce your guests to unique or exotic animals. Animals are a great educational tool as well, allowing kids and adults alike to learn about and interact with various wildlife. Other popular types of animal entertainment include petting zoos, pony rides, and reptile shows.
Animals are fun, but it’s important to remember that they can sometimes carry germs that may be harmful to people. Keep your party guests safe by washing your hands frequently after touching any animals or having hand sanitizing stations nearby. Also, be careful not to bring food or drinks near the animals. Of course, defer to the company you are hiring to get a complete list of dos and don’ts for keeping your event safe. Double-check vaccination records for all applicable animals.
Most animal entertainment companies will bring everything they need for their show. However, you should still inquire about any needs or help you can provide. Depending on the entertainment, they may need a certain amount of setup or performance space. They may also require certain notices to be printed up and handed out to your guests about proper animal interaction and safety tips. You should also ask about anything you should make sure is NOT present in the space where the animals will be.
Everyone loves animals, which means animal shows and petting zoos are a guaranteed hit for events of all types – especially ones with children present! Depending on your party budget, animal entertainment is great for birthday parties, community events, school fairs, festivals, or any outdoor celebration.
In the past year, Animal Entertainers have sent 1,793 quotes to event planners
Animal Entertainers rank #85 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad
1,444 Animal Entertainer reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
From request to booking, it takes 1.5 days (on average) to hire an Animal Entertainer
Live animals are a fun entertainment choice for all ages. Hire everything from exotic animal shows and reptile shows to petting zoos and pony parties. Animal encounters can be both entertaining and educational, making them perfect for birthday parties, school fairs, corporate events, and more. Find the best animal entertainers near you on GigSalad!
The cost of hiring animal entertainment will vary depending on the type of show or animals you want to have. Exotic animals will be more expensive than ponies or farm animals. Larger events that might require more animals will also increase the cost. Contact local animal professionals to get a quote customized for your event.
When looking for animal entertainment companies, take the time to browse profiles to learn more about their services. Read about their party packages, look at photos and videos, and check out reviews from past clients. While talking with animal ambassadors, discuss important things like licenses, safety guidelines, space requirements, and other special considerations. Be sure to also check for any animal restrictions at your venue or within your neighborhood or city.
Once you find the animal company you want to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes it easy to book entertainment for your event. You can communicate with vendors, confirm the details of the contract or booking agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad booking is covered by our Worry-Free Guarantee, so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back.
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