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Hanover, MD 
Animal Entertainment
22 miles from Silver Spring 
161 Verified Bookings Sister I. H. said “They came on time and both gentlemen were patience and kind with the children and teenagers. It was a great experience and we would love to have them…”
Baltimore, MD
Animal Entertainment
30 miles from Silver Spring
48 Verified Bookings Karen R. said “Rumor has it that the animals were a Huge hit at our heavily attended community picnic. Would definitely recommend!”
Springfield, VA
Belly Dancer / Animal Entertainment
16 miles from Silver Spring
93 Verified Bookings Karen L. said “Nimeera did a wonderful job at the bridal shower. Great performance and lesson. Read the crowd well for audience participation.”
Towson, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
36 miles from Silver Spring
47 Verified Bookings Crystal P. said “Educational for all ages. A great hands-on experience for the littles!♡”
Sterling, VA
Educational Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
22 miles from Silver Spring
21 Verified Bookings Artemisia P. said “Great show and an excellent way to kick Summer Camp off!”
Westminster, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
40 miles from Silver Spring Tejal E. said “Brian’s reptile show was the highlight of our 5 year old son’s birthday party. The party was small - only 5 kids - and all were riveted by the amazing…”
Boonsboro, MD
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
49 miles from Silver Spring
10 Verified Bookings David . S. said “Kids loved it. They were very patient with a large group of kids. Would use again.”
Hanover, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
56 miles from Silver Spring
541 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…”
Gettysburg, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
59 miles from Silver Spring
33 Verified Bookings Jennifer H. said “They were on time, professional and did great with all our kids.”
York, PA
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
69 miles from Silver Spring Alyssa C. said “We had 17 kids at our party yesterday and hired critter connections to come do a presentation. First of all, we were able to hire them pretty last minute…”
Millville, NJ
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
110 miles from Silver Spring
30 Verified Bookings Andrew U. said “Tori was great and so insightful, we truly enjoyed the experience. Highly Recommended!”
Philadelphia, PA
Magician / Animal Entertainment
119 miles from Silver Spring
129 Verified Bookings Saramona F. said “THe audience in our senior living home loved the show. It was funny and engaging. PJ is very easy to work with!”
Petersburg, VA
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
124 miles from Silver Spring
4 Verified Bookings Marie A. H. said “Tales & Hooves were great with communication. They were quick to set up and even started early. The kids had a lot of fun with the animals. It was…”
State College, PA
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
132 miles from Silver Spring
10 Verified Bookings Jackie J. said “Exotic Edventrures was a GREAT addition to our Community Fall fest. Their animals were such a hit with the kids. Holly was professional and kind with…”
Doylestown, PA
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
136 miles from Silver Spring Eileen K. said “Thank you Mike for bringing the best ponies to our little girl's Birthday party. You were so professional and kind. This was the biggest hit at 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 1,869 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
Children’s Birthday Parties, Nonprofit Events, 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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