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Hanover, MD 
Animal Entertainment
26 miles from Washington 
161 Verified Bookings Meg S. said “We had an amazing with Cowboy Barry and Dandy! Our 4 year old was over the moon with excitement, and she and her friends looooved the pony rides. The…”
Baltimore, MD
Animal Entertainment
35 miles from Washington
48 Verified Bookings Mia B. said “Ferrets and Friends were amazing! Highly recommend! Birthday girl gives them a 10 out of 10. They were so kind and professional. They brought a wonderful…”
Springfield, VA
Belly Dancer / Animal Entertainment
11 miles from Washington
93 Verified Bookings Emily Y. said “Nimeera was wonderful and had all guests engaged and smiling! Definitely looking for an excuse to do this again. The set was perfectly timed. Props were…”
Sterling, VA
Educational Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
22 miles from Washington
21 Verified Bookings Guela V. said “Andrew was just awesome, he arrived early and set his aquariums with a big smile on his eyes. He was very kind and patient with the kids (5-7 years old)…”
Towson, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
41 miles from Washington
47 Verified Bookings Myanah R. said “Our reptile instructor was amazing! She made the party great , I will definitely recommend more people & rebook again!”
Westminster, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
46 miles from Washington 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
53 miles from Washington
10 Verified Bookings Encounter C. O. G. said “Joe & assist were just wonderful. Very informative and engaging. The Children loved it .”
Hanover, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
62 miles from Washington
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
65 miles from Washington
33 Verified Bookings Matt L. said “Safari Seth did a great job with about 50 K-5 cub scouts!”
York, PA
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
75 miles from Washington Brittany A. said “Bob was very kind and impressive with his knowledge of not just the animals but of how the children and adults would react. We booked Bob a couple years…”
Millville, NJ
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
112 miles from Washington
30 Verified Bookings Dara K. said “The kids and adults had a blast with Tori! She was friendly, easy and quick to communicate with during the booking process and the animals were amazing!…”
Petersburg, VA
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
118 miles from Washington
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…”
Philadelphia, PA
Magician / Animal Entertainment
123 miles from Washington
129 Verified Bookings Joy Y. said “PJ was amazing! Showed up early and didn’t miss a beat my family love him and thought he was hilarious!! I would absolutely without a doubt recommend…”
State College, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
137 miles from Washington
10 Verified Bookings Kayla H. said “Us and our campers greatly enjoyed this show!”
Doylestown, PA
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
140 miles from Washington Cristina H. said “I run a child care center in Blue Bell. We have been using Mike's Party Ponies for the past 3 years. Mike and Bullet are great with the kids! They…”
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 1,869 quotes to event planners
Animal Entertainers rank #87 in popularity out of 540 categories on GigSalad
1,435 Animal Entertainer reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars
Birthday Parties, Children’s Birthday Parties, and House 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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