Corporate & Social Events at the Santa Barbara Zoo!


Daytime Events

Day Site Reservations
The Santa Barbara Zoo is the perfect place to host your daytime event! All day reservation fees include parking in the Zoo’s lot for your guests on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition, your site reservation includes two Zoo staff members on grounds to help facilitate your event. Also included is a golf cart, operated by Zoo staff, for guests who may have difficulty walking to and from your event site.

Birthday Parties (For Groups Smaller than 50 without Rincon Services)
Please call us at (805) 962-5339, ext. 117, or visit Zoo Birthday Parties. Site Only Reservations can be made for any birthday party event site from either 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. (Reservations based on availability - normal parking and admission fees apply to each guest.)

Hilltop Picnic Gallery

The Zoo also offers many different Animal Encounters & Zoo Entertainment Options for your Next Event! 

From Animal Encounters to Train Rides, Bird Greetings & Zoo Keeper Talks!