Bronx Zoo
The historic Bronx Zoo was opened on November 8, 1899. The Bronx Zoo offers one-of-a-kind Experiences for you and your guests; the perfect mix of elegance and fun.
From our “Day in the Park” Experiences to our “Evening at the Zoo” Experiences, we’ve got you covered!
Elegant to Exotic
The Bronx Zoo offers a variety of spaces for your next event; social or corporate. With custom-designed Experiences of all kinds, your guest will be “wowed” by all of the various Enhancements that may be added on to your event. Make your green go further! All event proceeds help support the Wildlife Conservation Society’s mission to help save wildlife and wild places around the globe.
Corporate Events
Company Outings
The Bronx Zoo, with its 265-acres, can accommodate groups of nearly any size. For daytime events, there is an outdoor pavilion for upwards of 800 guests, as well as additional locations, both indoors and outdoors, for those larger groups. Bronx Zoo offers various menus, customizable to your guests’ dietary needs. For those needing to provide more freedom throughout their day, ask about our Leisurely Lunch Experience.
Looking for a more private affair? Chat with us about your exclusive after-hours options! For those larger gatherings, there is no need to worry about parking, we have nearly 2,300 parking spots!
Galas
The historic Astor Court is surrounded by 100-year old buildings, showcasing beautiful architecture for the ages, including Schiff Family Great Hall, the original Lion House. This is also the perfect location to mix history within a modern atmosphere, in this LEED certified green space. Built-in audiovisual options help make this location a great spot for hosting your big evening!
Holiday Parties
Dine in the Congo; cocktails in an indoor rainforest; or dance the night away adjacent to our Madagascar exhibit. Hosting your company’s holiday party at the zoo is only for those wild enough!
Receptions
Just looking to let your hair down!? Bronx Zoo offers many locations (inside and outside) for your guests to gather after walking around the zoo. Cocktail menus and bar packages of all kinds are available, for all types of budgets!
Team Building
For groups of all sizes, let the Bronx Zoo be the location of your next company activity. You can zipline over the Bronx River, conquer obstacle courses up in the trees, or simply compete against your colleagues in a digital scavenger hunt designed by Wildgoose!
Social Events
Wedding
Saying “I Do” at the zoo provides a truly unique and unforgettable experience. Whether exchanging vows at the historic Zoo Center or sipping cocktails as sea lions look on, you and your guests will be inspired by exotic wildlife and architecture. Our spectacular indoor and outdoor venue, Schiff Family Great Hall, provides the perfect setting for a one of a kind wedding, year round. All event proceeds help support the Wildlife Conservation Society’s mission to help save wildlife and wild places around the globe.
Milestones
Whether you’re retiring, or just looking to celebrate, the Bronx Zoo can accommodate your request, day or night. Celebrations are a time for gathering with close friends and family. Why not celebrate within one of our exhibits?
Birthdays & Mitzvahs
Can’t think of that fun theme for your upcoming celebration? Why not go exotic and get wild!? With multiple areas to throw a bash for the ages, Bronx Zoo is the ideal location for showing your friends that you aren’t too old to boogie down or take a ride on our Bug Carousel!
Family Day in the Park
Like our corporate outings, our Family Day in the Park Experience is great for Family Reunions, HR driven Family Fun Days, or just getting together with all of the families from your block or apartment building. BBQ packages and reserved dining space starting as low as $65 per person. Don’t forget to stop by our Children’s Zoo or Nature Trek and its treetop bridges!
