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Lewisburg, OH 
Animal Entertainment
74 miles from Hilliard We offer a fun and educational program OR interactive display for you library, nursing home, daycare center, school, company event or festival! Want to ensure your…
Akron, OH
Animal Entertainment
112 miles from Hilliard 
3 Verified Bookings Marcia M. L. said “Outback Ray was the perfect addition to my Son's 6th birthday party. He was very knowledgable, friendly, kind and even funny. He had us all laughing…”
Akron, OH
Animal Entertainment
112 miles from Hilliard
47 Verified Bookings Lindsey K. said “Everyone loved Realm of the Reptile! The program was fun, educational, and involved everyone!”
Woodburn, IN
Animal Entertainment
117 miles from Hilliard
70 Verified Bookings Cheryl C. said “This show kept littles and their bigs totally enthralled and entertained! Would highly recommend!”
Fort Wayne, IN
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
127 miles from Hilliard
10 Verified Bookings Nicky W. said “The animals were a hit with children and adults as well. Joy Journey was professional informatitive and friendly. People were able to feed, pet and brush…”
Cleveland, OH
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
127 miles from Hilliard
56 Verified Bookings Emily W. said “We are so happy we decided to have Herps Reptiles it was a great show! Keith was prompt, friendly, funny, and lots of hands on snakes and reptiles to…”
Auburn, IN
Animal Entertainment
136 miles from Hilliard
51 Verified Bookings Christy said “Mark was the hit of the party! I would recommend him 100 times over. He was very informative about the animals and very interactive with the kids. We…”
Youngstown, OH
Animal Entertainment
151 miles from Hilliard
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
151 miles from Hilliard 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…
Belleville, MI
Animal Entertainment
151 miles from Hilliard
1 Verified Booking Katrina B. said “Marc was excellent! He did my son's 5th birthday party and it was AMAZING! My son can't stop talking about it. Keep up the great work!”
Lowellville, OH
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
154 miles from Hilliard Allisyn P. said “We hired Pony Time Ranch this weekend to bring a "unicorn" pony out for my daughter's 5th birthday party. They exceeded all of our expectations!…”
Pittsburgh, PA
Animal Entertainment
169 miles from Hilliard
9 Verified Bookings Jason L. said “I decided to have a bday party for my son’s 7th birthday on a Thursday for that Sunday. I wanted to have animals part of the theme but figured being last…”
Ashtabula, OH
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
177 miles from Hilliard
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”
Bloomington, IN
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
189 miles from Hilliard
2 Verified Bookings Ann P. said “Highly recommend this for a birthday, scout troop, school function, you name it. Very knowledgeable and wonderful with the kiddos! Had them out for my…”
Fillmore, IN
Animal Entertainment
192 miles from Hilliard
17 Verified Bookings Tanya H. said “We had a wonderful time working with Masters Petting Zoo. The weather didn't cooperate, but for the time we were set up they were professional 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 1,872 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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