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St Louis, MO 
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
82 miles from Carbondale 
98 Verified Bookings Julie B. said “Would recommend! Was a wonderful time!!!”
St Peters, MO
Animal Entertainment
106 miles from Carbondale Dove Release for any occasion. Funerals, Memorials, Weddings or any Event.
Dover, TN
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
114 miles from Carbondale
9 Verified Bookings Mandy D. said “Jesse came out for an even we through, she was very kind and had tons of patients. Some of the children at the event had health/ mental illnesses, she…”
Fulton, MO
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
167 miles from Carbondale
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…”
Nashville, TN
Animal Entertainment
173 miles from Carbondale
24 Verified Bookings Bree H. said “Michael was super nice and so easy to work with! Communication through the whole booking process and after was great. Plus the animals were absolute sweeties!”
Bloomington, IN
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
176 miles from Carbondale
2 Verified Bookings Avery W. said “we loved the show thanks! arrived late but we adapted to it.”
Fillmore, IN
Animal Entertainment
189 miles from Carbondale
17 Verified Bookings Steve F. said “10 out of 10! We had such a fabulous time with Master's Petting Zoo for an office party. Great chance to get outside, have a break, and love on some…”
Springfield, MO
Animal Entertainment
226 miles from Carbondale
21 Verified Bookings Angie S. said “Tora and Kiwi were great!!! The kids and adults really enjoyed it!!!”
Springfield, MO
Animal Entertainment
226 miles from Carbondale If you're looking for family fun, then you need to give us a call! We are a one stop shop traveling dog show. When you book with us you will get to see the…
Branson, MO
Animal Entertainment
233 miles from Carbondale We are a positive, motivating and inspiring Frisbee Dog Show. Diskey is the Star of the Show, she is a 3 year old rescue dog, Changing Lives One Smile at a Time.…
Holden, MO
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
268 miles from Carbondale
31 Verified Bookings Kelly G. said “Dan was very knowledgeable and patient with the kids at my daughter’s party! He took the time to allow everyone the chance to hold the birds. My daughter…”
New Lenox, IL
Animal Entertainment
270 miles from Carbondale
29 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…”
Lewisburg, OH
Animal Entertainment
291 miles from Carbondale 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…
Springdale, AR
Animal Entertainment
291 miles from Carbondale Josh A. said “Dana arrived just after I did, at least an hour early for the funeral. She was on top of her game. I was the bagpiper for the funeral, and we worked together…”
Lombard, IL
Animal Entertainment
294 miles from Carbondale
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…”
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 1,875 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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