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Raleigh, NC 
Animal Entertainment
37 miles from Sanford 
2 Verified Bookings Emily H. said “RepTylers Exotics was the perfect special guest at my granddaughter’s birthday party. Emily and Tyler are so knowledgeable and found the perfect balance…”
Morven, NC
Animal Entertainment
63 miles from Sanford
1 Verified Booking Robert P. said “Reptile 101 was a huge hit! If your child or group is interested in a unique addition to a birthday party or any type of event this will certainly create…”
Mocksville, NC
Animal Entertainment
83 miles from Sanford Pony parties and petting zoo on the farm!
Deep Run, NC
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
86 miles from Sanford Billy S. said “The most friendly and down to earth people I've ever had come to my property, they set up quickly and provided the best birthday surprise for my…”
Charlotte, NC
Animal Entertainment
95 miles from Sanford We bring various parrots to events for meet and greet, educational, and photo ops. All proceeds go to the Free Spirit Parrot Sanctuary 501c3. Pirate themed(but…
Lynchburg, SC
Animal Entertainment
111 miles from Sanford Educational wolf exhibit showing the wolves pack behavior and their importance tour ecosystems. Also have close up photo opportunities.
Elliston, VA
Animal Entertainment
133 miles from Sanford Traveling Petting Zoo & Pony Rides
Petersburg, VA
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
156 miles from Sanford
4 Verified Bookings Marie A. H. said “Tales & Hooves were great with communication. They were quick to set up and even started early. The kids had a lot of fun with the animals. It was…”
Chesapeake, VA
Animal Entertainment
184 miles from Sanford Das said “Jack was hired for grand daughter's birthday party. It was a complete fun fest. The animals were entertaining and so was Jack! We were enthralled…”
Springfield, VA
Belly Dancer / Animal Entertainment
254 miles from Sanford
93 Verified Bookings Florence G. said “Nimeera is such a great entertainer. Her act is nicely choreographed. She also does a great job engaging the guests. Her costume (attire) was beautiful…”
Sterling, VA
Educational Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
262 miles from Sanford
21 Verified Bookings Megan R. said “We had Under the Sea come for my daughters 6th birthday. He was professional, kind, knowledgeable, and kept the kids fully engaged and entertained. Thank…”
Maryville, TN
Animal Entertainment
270 miles from Sanford
49 Verified Bookings David L. said “This was a great event for a 4 year old birthday. Lori did a great job being patient with all of the kids. Great experience.”
Hanover, MD
Animal Entertainment
290 miles from Sanford
161 Verified Bookings Karin U. said “I went with the pony party for my daughter’s 2nd birthday and it was a success! They arrived on time and the son Brandon was so friendly and always had…”
Boonsboro, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
291 miles from Sanford
10 Verified Bookings Jennifer M. said “We enjoyed having Wolfe's Exotic Encounters in our home for my daughter's 13th birthday party. The team was very professional, knowledgable…”
Grayson, GA
Trackless Train / Animal Entertainment
293 miles from Sanford Starre C. said “My niece recently came home from being in the hospital for almost 4 months waiting for a heart transplant. I gratefully found Pet Parties and rented a…”
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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