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San Ramon, CA 
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
57 miles from Gilroy 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,…
San Francisco, CA
Animal Entertainment
71 miles from Gilroy 
1 Verified Booking The Insect Discovery Lab is a once in a lifetime hands-on experience for birthday parties or corporate events .Once you hold a giant African millipede life will…
San Francisco, CA
Horse Drawn Carriage / Animal Entertainment
71 miles from Gilroy
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…”
Napa, CA
Animal Entertainment
98 miles from Gilroy
179 Verified Bookings Lauren H. said “The whole team was super responsive, timely and flexible. The show was hilarious and family friendly. 100% will work with them again!”
Live Oak, CA
Circus Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
157 miles from Gilroy 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
276 miles from Gilroy
131 Verified Bookings Rechnitzer said “We had such an incredible Experience and highly recommend them for your next event! Thank you so much! My daughter had the best birthday!”
Los Angeles, CA
Comedy Magician / Animal Entertainment
276 miles from Gilroy
1 Verified Booking Abbey H. said “Beyond amazing! Seriously! All the 4 yr olds were engrossed, perfect combination of magic, jokes and animals that was tailored to the crowd and their…”
Los Angeles, CA
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
276 miles from Gilroy
1 Verified Booking Daniel N. said “the Ironman that came to my sons 5th birthday was amazing. he was on time, thoughtful and engaging and kept the kids completely entertained for an hour..…”
Pinon Hills, CA
Animal Entertainment
282 miles from Gilroy
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
293 miles from Gilroy
5 Verified Bookings Pamela S. said “What a professional! We had a great time. Thanks so much”
Diamond Bar, CA
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
294 miles from Gilroy Veronica said “I was so amazed they came through after we had someone cancel on is at tje last minute. They where great! They even brought the pony that went with our…”
Anaheim, CA
Pirate Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
300 miles from Gilroy
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…
Apple Valley, CA
Animal Entertainment
300 miles from Gilroy
15 Verified Bookings Elizabeth B. said “The kids loved the experience and the host was great in staying extra time to let all the children hold the corn snake and feed the porcupine (who was…”
Placentia, CA
Animal Entertainment
300 miles from Gilroy 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
308 miles from Gilroy
8 Verified Bookings Michelle C. said “Ranger Jack performed at my house for my son's 4th birthday. His niche is definitely 3-6 years of age and kids those ages LOVED the performance.…”
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 1,876 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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