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Irving, TX 
Face Painter / Animal Entertainment
57 miles from Gainesville 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
62 miles from Gainesville 
48 Verified Bookings Ada V. said “This show was half educational, half entertainment and 100% great. It was fantastic to see how kids don't have any preconceived ideas or fears of…”
Desoto, TX
Animal Entertainment
73 miles from Gainesville
13 Verified Bookings Nicci said “We thoroughly enjoyed the presentation, knowledge, stories, her encouragement, and especially all the beautiful creatures! So thankful ouur kiddos and…”
Waxahachie, TX
Animal Entertainment
87 miles from Gainesville
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…”
Noble, OK
Educational Entertainment / Animal Entertainment
106 miles from Gainesville
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.…
Sapulpa, OK
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
174 miles from Gainesville Karen D. said “We ask for a cowboy theme and she hit it right on. Black and white pony and my kids had a ball. It even had a cow covering the horse under the saddle,…”
Liberty Hill, TX
Petting Zoo / Animal Entertainment
210 miles from Gainesville
50 Verified Bookings Heather C. said “This was the perfect touch to my daughters birthday party!!! From the contact, how easy it was to pay for the event, to the event itself! Raven was also…”
Austin, TX
Pony Party / Animal Entertainment
235 miles from Gainesville
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…”
Springdale, AR
Animal Entertainment
246 miles from Gainesville 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…”
Houston, TX
Magician / Animal Entertainment
287 miles from Gainesville
71 Verified Bookings Loren S. said “We loved having Jimmy Fingers as a juggler in our community 4th of July parade! He is very talented, nice, and responds promptly. We look forward to having…”
Pipe Creek, TX
Animal Entertainment
290 miles from Gainesville
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
301 miles from Gainesville
15 Verified Bookings Susan G. said “Our preschool group absolutely loved Mr Tom! He taught us so much and it was such a great experience for our group! Highly recommend!”
Branson, MO
Animal Entertainment
304 miles from Gainesville 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.…
Alvin, TX
Reptile Show / Animal Entertainment
311 miles from Gainesville Mayra W. said “Highly recommend Repticulture for your next reptile adventure! Great communication, punctual, and competitive pricing. Their selection of reptiles was…”
Springfield, MO
Animal Entertainment
329 miles from Gainesville
21 Verified Bookings Cori J. said “We had such fun getting to meet Kiwi. The kids all had a chance to help him skateboard, Tora shared lots of great information, and everyone had a great…”
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
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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