Come experience the wonder of the Akron Zoo in the evening after it closes to the public.. After hours parties offer a private and unique experience while the animals are most active. Enjoy the entire zoo and a covered picnic area without the crowds. A private event at the Akron Zoo is sure to be a memorable experience for your guests. Minimum 60 day advanced booking required.

Please review our rental policy.

Owl Package - Available May - August from 6 - 9 p.m.
This package includes animals on exhibit, covered picnic area and parking.

Three-hour rental with up to 100 guests  - $1,500
Each additional guest  - $5

Extras
Train ride - $100 per hour
Grain - $60 per hour
Animal Encounter - $30 flat rate
ZooBucks - $1 each

Legends of the Wild - Available May - November, one hour after zoo closes until 9 p.m.

This package includes access to Penguin Point, Legends of the Wild and parking.

Three hour rental with up to 100 guests - $1,200

Each additional guest -$5                                                      

Additional hour - $200

Lehner Family Zoo Gardens - Available May - August from 6 - 9 p.m.
Enjoy the beautiful Lehner Family Zoo Gardens and Nature’s View after the zoo is closed to the public.

Three hour rental with up to 150 guests - $800
Each addtional guest - $5

Komodo Kingdom - Great for banquets, receptions and parties - Available year round, one hour after the zoo closes until 11 p.m. Includes access to Komodo Kingdom and parking lot.

Three hour rental with up to 150 guests - $1,500

Each additional guest - $5

Addtional hour - $200