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Baltimore, MD 
Animal Entertainment
48 Verified Bookings Mike L. said “Very pleased with the animal selection. My daughter loved the chinchilla. Prompt arrival and professional service. 30 min would have been too short but…”
Hanover, MD
Animal Entertainment
9 miles from Baltimore
161 Verified Bookings Mackenzie K. said “We had a great Easter brunch turnout, and Cowboy Barry and his team were professional, on time, and a hit with our guests! We will definitely be working…”
Towson, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
8 miles from Baltimore
47 Verified Bookings Noor M. said “We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Fangs, Frogs, and More at Storybook Cottage! The gentleman who brought the animals was incredibly kind,…”
Westminster, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
28 miles from Baltimore 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!!”
Hanover, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
40 miles from Baltimore
542 Verified Bookings Brittany D. said “We hired Coal Black Exotics for our son’s 5th birthday party and it was great! We had snakes, lizards, a turtle and a scorpion. Bill was great with the…”
Springfield, VA
Belly Dancer / Animal Entertainment
46 miles from Baltimore
94 Verified Bookings Rakesh L. said “Very professional and on time. Executed everything as decied.”
York, PA
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
47 miles from Baltimore Veronica F. said “I booked this company for my sons 1st birthday party... the adults and kids had a great time enjoying the animals and we will most definitely be using…”
Sterling, VA
Educational Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
48 miles from Baltimore
23 Verified Bookings Julie E. said “What a great show the children and families had a great time”
Gettysburg, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
50 miles from Baltimore
34 Verified Bookings Marissa M. said “We had two shows for our different age groups, and the children LOVED it. They are still talking about all the reptiles they saw!”
Boonsboro, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
58 miles from Baltimore
10 Verified Bookings Robyn B. said “My 7 year old son loved his birthday party with snakes and lizards. He liked learning about the reptiles, touching them and holding them. The other 15…”
Millville, NJ
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
84 miles from Baltimore
30 Verified Bookings Lloyd N. said “We recently had the pleasure of inviting Tori's Critters, LLC to our daughter's graduation party, and it was nothing short of spectacular! From…”
Philadelphia, PA
Magician / Animal Entertainment
90 miles from Baltimore
130 Verified Bookings Sarah M. said “PJ Weber was a perfect fit for our venue. We hope to invite him back next summer.”
Doylestown, PA
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
106 miles from Baltimore Howard S. said “Mike was AMAZING!!!!! He brought his pony ABC to my daughters 7th birthday party. I like how he laid down the ground rules with the kids. He was very…”
Pipersville, PA
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
111 miles from Baltimore Gina U. said “Peaceable Kingdom Petting Zoo is awesome! They have come to a few of my parties with a petting zoo, and everyone loved it. They have so many animals,…”
Easton, PA
Children’s Party Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
122 miles from Baltimore
11 Verified Bookings Ellie said “kids love Capitan Jack and of course first mate Morgan. I extremely recommend MainDeck Productions for an amazing pirate 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 1,832 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, School Assemblies, and Dinner 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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