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San Francisco, CA 
Animal Entertainment
8 miles from Alameda 
2 Verified Bookings T H. said “Everything was handled perfectly from the planning to the event itself. There was plenty of time to hold and interact with the insects, and Kelsey provided…”
Napa, CA
Animal Entertainment
36 miles from Alameda
182 Verified Bookings Jessie B. said “Booked for my son’s 4th birthday and it was an absolute hit! Kids loved it and the adults were amazed. They were so nice, funny and educational. Absolutely…”
San Francisco, CA
Horse Drawn Carriage / Animal Entertainment
8 miles from Alameda
2 Verified Bookings Monica M. said “What a wonderful anniversary surprise! After dinner, this beautiful horse & carriage were waiting to take my boyfriend and I on a special route in…”
San Ramon, CA
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
18 miles from Alameda PACKAGE DEALS You can CUSTOMIZE YOUR OWN MOBILE PETTING ZOO PARTY 🎈🎉 OR EVENTS* PETTING ZOO ANIMALS Bunnies, Mini Pigs, Piglets, Ducks, Baby Goats, Toy La Manchas,…
Live Oak, CA
Circus Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
109 miles from Alameda Circus of the Moon is a theatrical circus performance company based in Santa Cruz, CA. Conceived during the COVID-19 shutdown, Kelsey na Gealaí (Founder) felt inspired…
Los Angeles, CA
Animal Entertainment
343 miles from Alameda
132 Verified Bookings Ashley C. said “We absolutely loved Daniel and the mobile zoo of Southern California! The animals were so adorable and they were an absolute hit amongst the adults and…”
Los Angeles, CA
Santa Claus / Animal Entertainment
343 miles from Alameda
1 Verified Booking Claudia G. C. said “Thank you so much for sending Victor as Woody from Toy Story to my son's birthday party. He arrived on time and was ready to begin the entertainment…”
Los Angeles, CA
Comedy Magician / Animal Entertainment
343 miles from Alameda
1 Verified Booking Alex L. said “We booked Geebo for our Camp day at our school. Geebo was profesional the whole time. His show was engaging and appropriate for our group with mix age…”
Pinon Hills, CA
Animal Entertainment
347 miles from Alameda
1 Verified Booking Nadine E. said “Jenny was really easy to work with. She always answered quickly. She was on time and very nice, all the kids had a blast!”
Long Beach, CA
Animal Entertainment
360 miles from Alameda
5 Verified Bookings Pamela S. said “What a professional! We had a great time. Thanks so much”
Diamond Bar, CA
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
360 miles from Alameda Natalie M. said “We got a petting zoo for my son's 1st birthday and it was absolutely amazing. It was so easy to set it up and Winnie stayed in communication with…”
Apple Valley, CA
Animal Entertainment
364 miles from Alameda
15 Verified Bookings Bev P. said “Casey did a wonderful job explaining each animal & presenting it to the children so they could closely experience each one. At the end of her presentation…”
Anaheim, CA
Pirate Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
366 miles from Alameda
5 Verified Bookings The very best professional Themed Entertainers and friendliest Exotic Animals for hire anywhere in CA, NY, FL, IL, MA, NJ, PA, NV. We are America's largest…
Placentia, CA
Animal Entertainment
366 miles from Alameda Shirley V. said “We had Kirby and the Sky High Flying Canines at my son's 1st birthday party this Saturday and they were PAW-some!! The adults and kids loved the…”
Tustin, CA
Children’s Party Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
375 miles from Alameda
8 Verified Bookings Sherry G. said “Jack was amazing entertainer and great with kids. All the kids loved him!”
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
Children’s Birthday Parties
From request to booking, it takes 1.4 days (on average) to hire an Animal Entertainer
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Ages of children
4 to 9 years
Other performers present
None
Other animals present
None
The best ever
Kevin and his animals are seriously amazing. My kid said it was the best birthday he’s ever had and my daughter asked to have them back for her birthday. Kevin made sure all the kids got to hold the animals and was just the coolest ever. Thank you, Kevin, Mickey, and all the animals at Wild about Monkeys!
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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