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Franktown, CO 
Animal Entertainment
35 miles from Thornton 
1 Verified Booking One of a kind Pig Show doing tricks and acts that keep you on your toes in amazement
Golden, CO
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
15 miles from Thornton
98 Verified Bookings Susan M. said “Even with very young party attendees, Nick and his stars were amazingly patient and informative. Definitely was a great addition to the day and I'm…”
Black Hawk, CO
Children’s Party Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
28 miles from Thornton Get up close and personal to amazing animals. Safari Sally shares and educates children on animals from crrepy crawl is to soft and cuddly! Every animal is amazing…
Pleasant Grove, UT
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
359 miles from Thornton
124 Verified Bookings Katie R. said “Kim from Taylor’s Traveling Troupe was professional, flexible and great with our kids. She brought the whole crew to our church where multiple groups…”
Salt Lake City, UT
Animal Entertainment
370 miles from Thornton
52 Verified Bookings Heidi N. said “Had the birds visit for a family Christmas party and it was a huge hit. Kids and adults all enjoyed it so much. Thank you Earthwings for such a great…”
West Jordan, UT
Animal Entertainment
371 miles from Thornton
4 Verified Bookings Shelly B. said “We loved Dazzle Dogs!”
Murray, NE
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
481 miles from Thornton Scatter Joy acres is located just 30 minutes from downtown Omaha – away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. Scatter Joy acres provides a relaxing and enjoying…
Omaha, NE
Animal Entertainment
484 miles from Thornton Dolce Vita and her lovely assistant BlondieS, a beautiful Red-tailed Columbian boa constrictor, bring a brand new style of entertainment to your retirement party,…
Noble, OK
Educational Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
528 miles from Thornton
1 Verified Booking We provide a unique mobile, creative, and fun learning environment for developing skills in leadership, team-building, reading proficiency, and communicative ability.…
Gardner, KS
Pirate Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
542 miles from Thornton
25 Verified Bookings Natalie B. said “Absolutely great birthday party and the kids loved it.”
Sapulpa, OK
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
552 miles from Thornton Autum L. said “Dreamcatcher brought the pony rides, the choo choo train and petting zoo to our company party. The ponies were beautiful and were kept busy all day, the…”
Kansas City, MO
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
557 miles from Thornton
4 Verified Bookings Laura P. said “This was an amazing experience! The kids were so happy to love on the animals. We made a lasting memory. Thank you so so much!”
Holden, MO
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
592 miles from Thornton
31 Verified Bookings Tony B. said “I hired Animal Wonders for a Christmas party, which was a big hit! Dan did an excellent job of entertaining and educating kids and parents. He is very…”
Phoenix, AZ
Animal Entertainment
593 miles from Thornton Ron H. said “Very Professional and on Time highly recommend Arizona Camel Rental Zeeke was Awesome with the children”
Las Vegas, NV
Children’s Party Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
609 miles from Thornton
29 Verified Bookings Renu M. said “We loved your gig. All the guests were happy and had wonderful time taking pics with the stilt walker. I will hire her without thinking twice . She added…”
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 1,869 quotes to event planners
Animal Entertainers rank #87 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad
1,435 Animal Entertainer reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
From request to booking, it takes 1.4 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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