Indoor Spaces

The indoor spaces at Potter Park can host anything from a cocktail party to a company retreat. The facilities are state of the art and ready to welcome your guests at your next major event.

SAFARI ROOM Conveniently located within feet of the zoo entrance, this space offers a view of the otter, eagle and exhibits. Cocktail parties and formal dinners work well in this room.

Catering Services Available Capacity: 200 (Includes Zoo Admission) Price: $575

CORAL REEF ROOM This space is located within feet of the zoo entrance and features a beautiful hand-painted coral reef mural. It is perfect for board meetings or breakout sessions.

Catering Services Available Capacity: 40 (Includes Zoo Admission) Price: $400

VEZU This building is a great central hub for a variety of zoo visits due to its close proximity to many exhibits. It can be a meeting place used during children’s trips to the zoo or a simple gathering space for longer events.

Catering Services Available Capacity: 30 (Includes Zoo Admission) Price: $150

Photo credit: ShiLessner, Kaiti Chritz DINO ROOM Indoor Spaces This classroom style space features a beautiful hand-painted dinosaur mural. It is near the zoo entrance and is ideal for board meetings or parties. Catering Services Available Capacity: 30 (Includes Zoo Admission) Price: $250

SAVANNAH ROOM This classroom style space features a beautiful hand-painted African mural. It is near the zoo entrance and is ideal for board meetings or parties.

Catering Services Available Capacity: 30 (Includes Zoo Admission) Price: $250

Catering Services

Offering not only a diverse array of menu options, but also theme development including décor, entertainment and special touches that make your event truly amazing. Outdoor Spaces

The outdoor space at Potter Park Zoo allows guests to enjoy the natural environment and be near the amazing animals. These spaces can host a virtually unlimited number of people and is a unique opportunity to bring something new to your outdoor event.

LION’S SENSORY GARDEN This space was designed with sounds and smells to stimulate the senses. It works well for small cocktail parties. The gazebo is an intimate location for your wedding proposal.

Catering Services Available Capacity: 30 (Includes Zoo Admission) Price: $500

CAMPGROUND Our largest venue features a rolling, wooded lawn and is an extremely private space. It can accommodate a stage and has a large fire pit with picnic table seating. This space is perfect for corporate appreciation picnics.

Catering Services Available Capacity: 3,000 (Includes Zoo Admission) Max Rental Time: Full Day Price: $1,500

GREEN SPACE Located directly in the middle of the zoo, this space is surrounded by the rhino, and exhibits. It is perfect for an after hours dinner and features two elevated stages.

Catering Services Available Capacity: 300 (Includes Zoo Admission) Max Rental Time: 2 Hours Price: $1,500 BACKYARD GARDEN The backyard garden features a deck over the Red Cedar River and several winding pathways complete with a children’s play structure. It is perfect for a garden party.

Catering Services Available Capacity: 100 (Includes Zoo Admission) Max Rental Time: 2 Hours Price: $500

MEMORIAL GARDEN This intimate, unique space is a children’s memorial garden. It is far from the main walkways and is very private. Featuring a paved walk and large pergola, this space works well for small gatherings.

Catering Services Available Capacity: 20 (Includes Zoo Admission) Max Rental Time: Full Day Price: $500

NORTH AMERICAN EXHIBIT Eagles, , otters and Arctic fox surround this area. It is best used for a mix and mingle or a cocktail party.

Catering Services Available Capacity: 150 (Includes Zoo Admission) Max Rental Time: 2 Hours Price: $500

EXCLUSIVE USE OF PARK GROUNDS An after-hours zoo visit makes for a memorable and unique event. Corporate outings or conference fun nights are a great fit for this option. Catering Services Available Capacity: 5,000 Max Rental Time: After Hours Price: $1,000 per hour PAVILIONS

Organizing a potluck, family reunion or company picnic? Look no further, Potter Park Zoo has the space for you! Our pavilions, located just outside of the zoo, are the perfect spaces for entertaining friends and family.

TIGER DEN This large outdoor space features doors that can be opened or closed weather permitting. It offers amenities such as restrooms, picnic tables, two large grills and power outlets. It is located less that 500 feet from the playground area and is a great space to enjoy with family and friends.

Catering Services Available Capacity: 300 Max Rental Time: Full Day Price: $210

EAGLE LANDING This pavilion, located closest to the zoo entrance and playground, works well for family reunions, potlucks and company picnics. It features picnic tables, a grill and power outlets.

Catering Services Available Capacity: 80 Max Rental Time: Full Day Price: $140

PENGUIN CODE The cove pavilion provides a secluded outdoor environment for any event. It features its own small parking lot, picnic tables, a grill and power outlets. It is located on the with access to more than 13 miles of paved nature trails.

Catering Services Available Capacity: 60 Max Rental Time: Full Day Price: $115 PAVILIONS Inspire With an Animal Experience added on to your private event

Looking for something special to push your event to the next level? Go behind the scenes of a favorite animal exhibit and meet them up close and personal! Options include taking your entire group behind the scenes to meet the rhino up-close and personal, or gather a small group of your guests to meet our otters, or .

No matter what you choose it’ll be an experience that lasts a lifetime! Want to Learn More? Contact Potter Park Zoo today for a tour of our spaces or to make a reservation!

Phone: (517) 483-4222