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Dallas, TX 
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
243 miles from Ruston 
48 Verified Bookings Crystal W. said “The Snake encounter show was the hit of the party! The interaction with the crowd was fantastic and everyone was talking about how great the show was.…”
Waxahachie, TX
Animal Entertainment
246 miles from Ruston
1 Verified Booking Elizabeth L. said “The Creature Teacher is amazing! Not only did the children love seeing all the wonderful animals, but the adults enjoyed the experience as well. She was…”
Desoto, TX
Animal Entertainment
246 miles from Ruston
13 Verified Bookings Tamara B. said “Cindi with All About Animals did amazing presentations for our kids at Starpoint School (Level’s 1st-6th) for our Halloween party. She was very knowledgeable,…”
Houston, TX
Magician / Animal Entertainment
250 miles from Ruston
71 Verified Bookings Michelle P. said “On time, communicates well and entertaining for the kids”
Irving, TX
Face Painter / Animal Entertainment
252 miles from Ruston Facepainting services available in the DFW area! I have over 10 years of professional experience in facepaint. I specialize in working with adults- restaurant openings,…
Alvin, TX
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
264 miles from Ruston Karly P. said “These guys were AMAZING!! We had over 15 kids and most of them were around 5 years old and they were so patient and knowledgable about their animals!…”
Springdale, AR
Animal Entertainment
267 miles from Ruston Josh A. said “Dana arrived just after I did, at least an hour early for the funeral. She was on top of her game. I was the bagpiper for the funeral, and we worked together…”
Branson, MO
Animal Entertainment
287 miles from Ruston We are a positive, motivating and inspiring Frisbee Dog Show. Diskey is the Star of the Show, she is a 3 year old rescue dog, Changing Lives One Smile at a Time.…
Sapulpa, OK
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
312 miles from Ruston 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…”
Springfield, MO
Animal Entertainment
326 miles from Ruston
21 Verified Bookings Charlene K. said “Kiwi and Tora brought a shy group of kids out of their shells at my sons’ birthday party. There was dancing and skateboarding. As soon as Kiwi started…”
Springfield, MO
Animal Entertainment
326 miles from Ruston If you're looking for family fun, then you need to give us a call! We are a one stop shop traveling dog show. When you book with us you will get to see the…
Noble, OK
Educational Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
327 miles from Ruston
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.…
Liberty Hill, TX
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
337 miles from Ruston
50 Verified Bookings Carly B. said “Fannie's Farm Friends are GREAT! I am the Director of Member Experience at a Country Club and I always reach out to them when we need some Kids entertainment…”
Molino, FL
Animal Entertainment
337 miles from Ruston
3 Verified Bookings John M. said “They were great and the kids loved the event. I would highly recommend.”
Austin, TX
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
339 miles from Ruston
1 Verified Booking Emily said “Marcus brought Polar to surprise our co-worker on his last day (we're all working virtually) and it was a very memorable goodbye! It was quick and…”
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 1,876 quotes to event planners
Animal Entertainers rank #85 in popularity out of 541 categories on GigSalad
1,427 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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