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Menomonie, WI 
Animal Entertainment
68 miles from Northfield Spreading Holiday Cheer all season long. Live Reindeer for Events, Private Gatherings, Commercials, or any other special requests. Our Tame, Trained, Gentle, and…
Omaha, NE
Animal Entertainment
262 miles from Northfield 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,…
Mukwonago, WI
Educational Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
265 miles from Northfield 
18 Verified Bookings Janet K. said “Petting zoo was a huge hit with children and adults. Informative and friendly staff handled animals with respect and effectively cleaned up and left party…”
Murray, NE
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
282 miles from Northfield 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…
McHenry, IL
Animal Entertainment
286 miles from Northfield
1 Verified Booking Cold blood Parties is a traveling reptile show servicing Northern Illinois and Chicagoland area. We believe in Education through Interaction. Our hands on approach…
Lake Villa, IL
Circus Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
292 miles from Northfield We have dogs trained to perform stunts and tricks that make children of all ages Smile and laugh and be totally amazed. Dogs do over 40 tricks such as climbing…
Lombard, IL
Animal Entertainment
315 miles from Northfield
5 Verified Bookings Agnes L. said “Kim and her animals were the perfect addition to our celebration. She was organized, informative, entertaining, and patient with all the big and little…”
New Lenox, IL
Animal Entertainment
332 miles from Northfield
30 Verified Bookings Sarah B. said “Incredible Bats came and presented at our Senior Center yesterday and their presentation was phenomenal!! It was the perfect balance of information and…”
Whitehall, MI
Animal Entertainment
347 miles from Northfield
1 Verified Booking We are a traveling exotic animal experience. We are based out of West Michigan near Grand Rapids. We have multiple species of hand tame, ambassador animals that…
Kansas City, MO
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
377 miles from Northfield
4 Verified Bookings Nick C. said “I ran into Emily few weeks prior to our party. Just her presence and love for her animals so reminded me of my daughter. We talked a few minutes and I…”
Byron Center, MI
Animal Entertainment
389 miles from Northfield
5 Verified Bookings Taylor K. said “I cannot say enough good things about Nicole, her goats, and her business! All around, Nicole was fantastic to work with - she even had custom coloring…”
Fulton, MO
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
393 miles from Northfield
27 Verified Bookings Ashley P. said “Tom and Rachel were amazing! The kids were so entertained and absolutely loved it! We can’t thank them enough for making our son’s 8th birthday such a…”
Ada, MI
Animal Entertainment
397 miles from Northfield The Tipsy Burros are two up-scale, adorable miniature-donkeys serving up beverages, snacks, goods, and FUN! More widely known as "Beer Burros" our gentle,…
Holden, MO
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
399 miles from Northfield
31 Verified Bookings Brooke M. said “We hired Animal Wonders for our sons 5th birthday party! It was so wonderful!! The kids were so engaged, the reptiles were awesome and everyone got to…”
Gardner, KS
Pirate Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
401 miles from Northfield
25 Verified Bookings Sara K. said “Clifton and his parrot, Captain, were such a hit at our joint birthday party for our sons aged 2 and 4! They were well prepared, showed up on time 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 1,874 quotes to event planners
Animal Entertainers rank #87 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad
1,434 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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