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Menomonie, WI 
Animal Entertainment
79 miles from Shakopee Spreading Holiday Cheer all season long. Live Reindeer for Events, Private Gatherings, Commercials, or any other special requests. Our Tame, Trained, Gentle, and…
Omaha, NE
Animal Entertainment
273 miles from Shakopee Dolce Vita and her lovely assistant BlondieS, a beautiful Red-tailed Columbian boa constrictor, bring a brand new style of entertainment to your retirement party,…
Mukwonago, WI
Educational Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
291 miles from Shakopee 
18 Verified Bookings Jenni M. said “Would recommend. They truly made our event special. The kids (and adults) loved the animals!”
Murray, NE
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
294 miles from Shakopee Scatter Joy acres is located just 30 minutes from downtown Omaha – away from the hustle and bustle of the big city. Scatter Joy acres provides a relaxing and enjoying…
McHenry, IL
Animal Entertainment
314 miles from Shakopee
1 Verified Booking Cold blood Parties is a traveling reptile show servicing Northern Illinois and Chicagoland area. We believe in Education through Interaction. Our hands on approach…
Lake Villa, IL
Circus Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
319 miles from Shakopee We have dogs trained to perform stunts and tricks that make children of all ages Smile and laugh and be totally amazed. Dogs do over 40 tricks such as climbing…
Lombard, IL
Animal Entertainment
343 miles from Shakopee
5 Verified Bookings Leah C. said “Kim was on time, patient, and very educational for my bunch of mostly kinders for a birthday party for my son. She took her time explaining each animal…”
New Lenox, IL
Animal Entertainment
361 miles from Shakopee
31 Verified Bookings Eric D. S. said “Couldn't have been any better!”
Whitehall, MI
Animal Entertainment
369 miles from Shakopee
1 Verified Booking We are a traveling exotic animal experience. We are based out of West Michigan near Grand Rapids. We have multiple species of hand tame, ambassador animals that…
Kansas City, MO
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
397 miles from Shakopee
4 Verified Bookings Brady P. said “Our neighbor booked this company for their annual Halloween party. I was blown away with his many beautiful and well taken care of animals they brought.…”
Byron Center, MI
Animal Entertainment
413 miles from Shakopee
5 Verified Bookings Mitzi B. said “We needed to cancel the actual event due to unforeseen circumstances, but I would highly recommend them due to how easy they are to work with and the…”
Fulton, MO
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
419 miles from Shakopee
28 Verified Bookings Tryphena B. said “They were on time and very informational. They showed a lot of patience with of bigger group and young kiddos who were vocal. Very friendly and my son…”
Ada, MI
Animal Entertainment
420 miles from Shakopee The Tipsy Burros are two up-scale, adorable miniature-donkeys serving up beverages, snacks, goods, and FUN! More widely known as "Beer Burros" our gentle,…
Gardner, KS
Pirate Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
420 miles from Shakopee
25 Verified Bookings Marilyn H. said “The show was both entertaining and educational! The children and adults enjoyed it very much!”
Holden, MO
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
421 miles from Shakopee
32 Verified Bookings Calvin H. said “We invited animal wonders to the Polly's Pop fest in Independence, MO. The festival was a large event put on by Polly's Pop for the whole city…”
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 1,793 quotes to event planners
Animal Entertainers rank #85 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad
1,444 Animal Entertainer reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
From request to booking, it takes 1.5 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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