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Desoto, TX 
Animal Entertainment
26 miles from Garland 
13 Verified Bookings Brittney G. said “All the kids enjoyed the show so much. I definitely recommend!”
Waxahachie, TX
Animal Entertainment
38 miles from Garland
1 Verified Booking Elizabeth L. said “The Creature Teacher is amazing! Not only did the children love seeing all the wonderful animals, but the adults enjoyed the experience as well. She was…”
Irving, TX
Face Painter / Animal Entertainment
19 miles from Garland Facepainting services available in the DFW area! I have over 10 years of professional experience in facepaint. I specialize in working with adults- restaurant openings,…
Dallas, TX
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
13 miles from Garland
48 Verified Bookings Kamini P. said “What a great show. Enjoyed by all ages. Daryl has a special knack of putting everyone at ease. He is very knowledgeable and clearly loves what he does.…”
Noble, OK
Educational Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
160 miles from Garland
1 Verified Booking We provide a unique mobile, creative, and fun learning environment for developing skills in leadership, team-building, reading proficiency, and communicative ability.…
Liberty Hill, TX
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
173 miles from Garland
50 Verified Bookings Rachel Z. said “Fannie’s Farm was great! We rented a pony for a couple of hours for my daughter’s 3 year old unicorn party. The staff was punctual and professional &…”
Austin, TX
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
194 miles from Garland
1 Verified Booking Emily said “Marcus brought Polar to surprise our co-worker on his last day (we're all working virtually) and it was a very memorable goodbye! It was quick and…”
Sapulpa, OK
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
215 miles from Garland Autum L. said “Dreamcatcher brought the pony rides, the choo choo train and petting zoo to our company party. The ponies were beautiful and were kept busy all day, the…”
Houston, TX
Magician / Animal Entertainment
230 miles from Garland
71 Verified Bookings Catherine L. said “Everyone loved him! Definitely made my husband 50th bday the best! Appreciate all the best acts and making sure all my guests and birthday boy were engaged!!!”
Alvin, TX
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
255 miles from Garland Karly P. said “These guys were AMAZING!! We had over 15 kids and most of them were around 5 years old and they were so patient and knowledgable about their animals!…”
Pipe Creek, TX
Animal Entertainment
259 miles from Garland
4 Verified Bookings Cecelia C. said “Happy Tails was easy do deal with and very responsive each time I had a question. They were also accommodating as far as the time and what animals would…”
San Antonio, TX
Animal Entertainment
265 miles from Garland
15 Verified Bookings Victor M. said “The kids had so much fun, the staff was great with the children. If your kids like animals, I definitely recommend this service.”
Springdale, AR
Animal Entertainment
268 miles from Garland Josh A. said “Dana arrived just after I did, at least an hour early for the funeral. She was on top of her game. I was the bagpiper for the funeral, and we worked together…”
Branson, MO
Animal Entertainment
323 miles from Garland We are a positive, motivating and inspiring Frisbee Dog Show. Diskey is the Star of the Show, she is a 3 year old rescue dog, Changing Lives One Smile at a Time.…
Springfield, MO
Animal Entertainment
352 miles from Garland
21 Verified Bookings Cori J. said “We loved having Kiwi and Tora visit our school. The environment was fun and festive, and all the kids had a great time learning about parrots, watching…”
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
Children’s Birthday 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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