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Pittsburgh, PA 
Animal Entertainment
46 miles from Wheeling 
9 Verified Bookings Renna B. said “Loved any time spent with the members of this organization, you can see the passion and care they have for their animals and all the hard work they put…”
Lowellville, OH
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
68 miles from Wheeling Summer M. said “We highly recomend then for any event. All of their animals are clean, friendly and wonderful with any age of children. They came to our house for my…”
Youngstown, OH
Animal Entertainment
72 miles from Wheeling
6 Verified Bookings Tom H. said “The kids and adults were very interested and captivated during the show. Ed did a great job holding even the little ones interest.”
Youngstown, OH
Animal Entertainment
72 miles from Wheeling U.S. patented live fishing tank with moveable roof and P A system. 100 - 200 catchable size fish. Fishing poles, bait and fishing instructor provided. We have had…
Akron, OH
Animal Entertainment
82 miles from Wheeling
3 Verified Bookings Melissa H. said “What a great program to book for any event. Ray was funny, engaging, educational, and overall a wonderful hire for our Library. Even days later, families…”
Akron, OH
Animal Entertainment
82 miles from Wheeling
47 Verified Bookings Katie F. said “She kept the kids so intrigued and entertained, her knowledge of reptiles and her interaction with the audience, everything was more then I could ask…”
Cleveland, OH
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
112 miles from Wheeling
57 Verified Bookings Beverly . V. said “All our kiddos had a great time & it was so educational. We would be honored to have Keith back to our event. We are extremely grateful to him for…”
Ashtabula, OH
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
125 miles from Wheeling
3 Verified Bookings Terrence M. said “Everyone had fun riding on the wagon or on the horses Loved my granddaughters birthday party was special for her Thanks again”
State College, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
159 miles from Wheeling
10 Verified Bookings Linda W. said “I booked Exotic Edventures for my daughter's birthday party and it was a big hit with all the guests. Holly brought an assortment of reptiles to…”
Boonsboro, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
167 miles from Wheeling
10 Verified Bookings Scott L. said “We had wolf's exotic animal encounters come down a reptile show for our sons 4th birthday party. He absolutely loved it. They were great with the…”
Gettysburg, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
186 miles from Wheeling
33 Verified Bookings Barbara P. said “Crystal and her assistant provided the perfect addition to our Easter Breakfast with the Bunny event! They arrived on time, provided a fun and special…”
Sterling, VA
Educational Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
190 miles from Wheeling
21 Verified Bookings Kelsey H. said “We booked Under the Sea for a 1-hour presentation for our small day camp. Our campers, aged 4-12, all loved it! They were all engaged and loved learning…”
Elliston, VA
Animal Entertainment
199 miles from Wheeling Traveling Petting Zoo & Pony Rides
Hanover, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
199 miles from Wheeling
541 Verified Bookings Emily D. said “Coal Black Exotics put on a great show for our Mothers and Sons at a school event. They kept the kids engaged and entertained for an hour plus and were…”
Westminster, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
201 miles from Wheeling Julie R. said “I just wanted to thank you so much for the program you did today for our son and his friends. It was a huge hit and everyone had a great time- even 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 1,869 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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