Do It Yourself Birthday Bash
Every birthday deserves a celebration—now, more than ever! Let us plan your party so you can relax and enjoy the fun.
For the safety of our guests, staff, and animals, we have a new birthday party package which includes an outside party for 10 people at your choice of location:
Ranger Station in Range of the Jaguar or Asian Garden Pavilion
Package Includes
- Tents, Tables, & Chairs for 1.5 hours
- General Admission to the Zoo and Gardens for all Guests
- Birthday Cupcakes
- Bottled Water and Fruit Juices
- Table Decorations, Plates, and Napkins
- Plush Animal Gift for the Birthday Child
Plan Your Birthday Bash Today
Each guest is $28.95 per person, plus tax.
Please note we require 10 guests to book a Birthday Bash.
A host is not provided to oversee the event.
We will coordinate the setup and cleanup so that you can enjoy your day.
Birthday Bashes are offered for children 3-12 years of age. A minimum of two weeks notice is required for party reservations. Party times available: 9:30 am, 11:30 am, 1:30 pm, and 3:30 pm.
A $75 non-refundable deposit is due at booking and the balance is due the Tuesday before your party.
A portion of proceeds from birthdays and private events help care for our Zoo animals and help to save their counterparts in the wild through our conservation programs.
Upgrade Your Day, Your Way
Adult Total Experience Ticket ...................$12
Child Total Experience Ticket ..................$10
Hamburger or Hot Dog ............................$7
Chips & Nacho Cheese ..........................$4.75
Mandarin Orange Cup .............................$1.25
Bag of Popcorn ........................................$4
Soda ..........................................................$1.50
(Prices not including tax)
For more information or to schedule a party, email cooksa@jacksonvillezoo.org or call (904) 757-4463 ext. 120.
Print-at-Home Invitation
Download a copy of our birthday party invitations! All you have to do is print, fold, and fill out. They can be handed out or placed in an envelope and mailed to your party guests.
DOWNLOAD INVITATIONS
*This is a temporary modification to our operation to allow guests to book birthday parties during our Re-Opening. Please be patient with us as we make ongoing changes to accommodate guests and comply with safety recommendations. We look forward to returning to regular operations.
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