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Hanover, MD 
Animal Entertainment
24 miles from Rockville 
161 Verified Bookings Jennifer B. said “Cowboy Barry brought a horse and a pony to our church to provide horse rides during our Vacation Bible School. Not only did the children (and adults)…”
Baltimore, MD
Animal Entertainment
32 miles from Rockville
48 Verified Bookings Ashley S. said “Very professional and entertaining”
Springfield, VA
Belly Dancer / Animal Entertainment
20 miles from Rockville
93 Verified Bookings Prassanni S. said “Arrived on time and engaged everyone in the party.”
Towson, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
37 miles from Rockville
47 Verified Bookings Nikita F. said “That did a fanatic show at our house for my daughter birthday party. The kids loved it and they bought the coolest animals”
Westminster, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
35 miles from Rockville Kelly L. S. said “Brian couldn't have been better with the kids. The kids and the adults both loved the show.. I would do this again in a heartbeat!!”
Boonsboro, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
40 miles from Rockville
10 Verified Bookings Encounter C. O. G. said “Joe & assist were just wonderful. Very informative and engaging. The Children loved it .”
Sterling, VA
Educational Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
16 miles from Rockville
21 Verified Bookings Kelsey H. said “We booked Under the Sea for a 1-hour presentation for our small day camp. Our campers, aged 4-12, all loved it! They were all engaged and loved learning…”
Hanover, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
50 miles from Rockville
541 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
52 miles from Rockville
33 Verified Bookings Barbara P. said “Crystal and her assistant provided the perfect addition to our Easter Breakfast with the Bunny event! They arrived on time, provided a fun and special…”
York, PA
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
65 miles from Rockville Denise said “Thank you Kevin for hosting our sons 4th birthday party! You were great and everyone loved you! This was perfect for the amount of people that showed.…”
Millville, NJ
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
115 miles from Rockville
30 Verified Bookings Brittany B. said “Super friendly, very knowledgable, great communications, made my bridal shower a DREAM COME TRUE!”
Philadelphia, PA
Magician / Animal Entertainment
122 miles from Rockville
129 Verified Bookings Priscilla S. said “PJ did not disappoint. His patter was hilarious and his magic excited both adults and teens.”
State College, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
124 miles from Rockville
10 Verified Bookings Linda W. said “I booked Exotic Edventures for my daughter's birthday party and it was a big hit with all the guests. Holly brought an assortment of reptiles to…”
Petersburg, VA
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
129 miles from Rockville
4 Verified Bookings David C. said “My center and our children absolutely loved Tales & Hooves. The operator was friendly and very engaging with the children. I would HIGHLY recommend…”
Doylestown, PA
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
137 miles from Rockville Cindy S. said “Mike was outstanding for my daughters 7th birthday party! Everyone loved him and ABC pony. Mike was punctual and very friendly. I like how he had the…”
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
Children’s Birthday Parties
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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