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Lewisburg, OH 
Animal Entertainment
90 miles from Marion 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…
Akron, OH
Animal Entertainment
91 miles from Marion 
3 Verified Bookings Emmaly B. said “Very cool animals! Great interaction with the audience! He really took the time to explain each animal and take them around so everyone was able to touch…”
Akron, OH
Animal Entertainment
91 miles from Marion
47 Verified Bookings Donna B. said “Marissa is very energetic and she knows her stuff. She is very knowledgeable and great with the kids. The adults also enjoyed her program. Highly recommend.”
Woodburn, IN
Animal Entertainment
97 miles from Marion
70 Verified Bookings Carley L. said “Hiring Indiana Wild was undoubtedly the highlight of my son's 5th birthday celebration. Beth's expertise in presenting her collection of 15…”
Cleveland, OH
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
98 miles from Marion
56 Verified Bookings Rebecca S. said “Keith was very professional and informative! The kids and adults both loved his sense of humor. Would definitely hire them again!”
Fort Wayne, IN
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
110 miles from Marion
10 Verified Bookings Myranda R. said “Joy Journey Farms is 5 stars all around. -They have a friendly staff with great communication (Derek answered all my questions and Keith was great with…”
Belleville, MI
Animal Entertainment
113 miles from Marion
1 Verified Booking Ashley K. said “Mark was amazing! My son LOVED every second of the animal/ reptile show. Mark was fun, energetic, education and funny!! The kids and adults had so much…”
Auburn, IN
Animal Entertainment
114 miles from Marion
51 Verified Bookings Tina G. said “Kids really enjoyed the show”
Youngstown, OH
Animal Entertainment
134 miles from Marion
6 Verified Bookings Abby C. said “I hired them to show 'dragon scale' animals at a fairy tales and dragon scales event. We were expecting 30 people and ended up with at least…”
Youngstown, OH
Animal Entertainment
134 miles from Marion U.S. patented live fishing tank with moveable roof and P A system. 100 - 200 catchable size fish. Fishing poles, bait and fishing instructor provided. We have had…
Lowellville, OH
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
139 miles from Marion Misty C. said “We had a party booked with another vendor for a unicorn. They cancelled with only a few days notice and didn't offer any help. Sheila replied to…”
Ashtabula, OH
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
150 miles from Marion
3 Verified Bookings Terrence M. said “Everyone had fun riding on the wagon or on the horses Loved my granddaughters birthday party was special for her Thanks again”
Pittsburgh, PA
Animal Entertainment
165 miles from Marion
9 Verified Bookings Justin T. said “Dan, Jessica, and Hunter were all awesome. Came in on time to set up and was professional throughout the whole time. The animals were all great! My 13…”
Fillmore, IN
Animal Entertainment
202 miles from Marion
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…”
Byron Center, MI
Animal Entertainment
204 miles from Marion
5 Verified Bookings Ruth S. said “Five stars”
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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