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Hanover, MD 
Animal Entertainment
25 miles from Bethesda 
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…”
Baltimore, MD
Animal Entertainment
33 miles from Bethesda
48 Verified Bookings Claire S. said “The kids had a great time and the handler was very patient with all the eager guests. Thank you!”
Springfield, VA
Belly Dancer / Animal Entertainment
14 miles from Bethesda
94 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…”
Towson, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
39 miles from Bethesda
47 Verified Bookings Julie W. said “A good variety of animals. Kids and adults both really enjoyed this experience. Some of the pictures I saw prior are misleading. There is a picture of…”
Sterling, VA
Educational Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
18 miles from Bethesda
23 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…”
Westminster, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
41 miles from Bethesda 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…”
Boonsboro, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
47 miles from Bethesda
10 Verified Bookings Danielle H. said “We booked Wolfe’s for my son’s birthday party and it was a huge hit! Joe was incredibly professional and organized in the planning stage, they arrived…”
Hanover, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
57 miles from Bethesda
542 Verified Bookings Maria P. said “The kids and adults loved the show. It was very interactive and educational during the whole show so it kept the kids' attention--they didn't…”
Gettysburg, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
59 miles from Bethesda
34 Verified Bookings Irum M. said “We hired Prehistoric World PA for our sons first birthday party and can’t recommend it enough. Seth arrived on time, was professional, and super knowledgeable…”
York, PA
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
70 miles from Bethesda Julia said “We booked a party for my son’s birthday. He had a lovely time. Kevin had a good balance between information about the creatures and education on their…”
Millville, NJ
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
114 miles from Bethesda
30 Verified Bookings Jessica A. said “Tori is great to work with. I had to switch dates and there was no issues. She is very knowledgeable with the critters and was very engaging with our…”
Petersburg, VA
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
123 miles from Bethesda
4 Verified Bookings Kimberly C. said “I would definitely book Tales and Hooves Mobile Petting Zoo again. The children absolutely loved it! Thank you for everything.”
Philadelphia, PA
Magician / Animal Entertainment
123 miles from Bethesda
130 Verified Bookings Jillian L. said “Residents really enjoyed his magic and relationship building skills to relate to them. They would like him back.”
State College, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
131 miles from Bethesda
10 Verified Bookings Sehajbir G. said “Very patient and knowledgeable ..kids enjoyed thoroughly”
Doylestown, PA
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
139 miles from Bethesda Veronica V. said “Awesome job Mike, you made my grandson's day. Prompt, and on time, very reasonable prices, would highly recommend your services to others. Courteous…”
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 1,832 quotes to event planners
Animal Entertainers rank #87 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad
1,438 Animal Entertainer reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
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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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