Birthday Parties

Party Packages

Create unforgettable memories on your special day with a unique and exciting birthday party at Ross Park Zoo. We have both indoor and outdoor spaces, and our birthday parties for 2023-2024 are now available for booking.

Seasonal Picnic Tent (May through September): Thanks to our generous sponsor, Horizons-A division of Empower Federal Credit Union, you and your guests can relax and enjoy the cool shade of our picnic tent while surrounded by the beauty of the zoo. 

Year-Round Wolf Woods Building: Thanks to private funding, our newly renovated Wolf Woods Building is now available for year-round rentals including birthday parties. It is a unique space that includes private viewing of our magnificent endangered Red Wolves, as well as a comfortable temperature-controlled space.

Our parties are proudly sponsored by Wegmans.

Booking your birthday party is a breeze – simply follow these three simple steps:

  • Step 1: Review and select from the party packages below.
  • Step 2: Select your preferred date and time slot using our online booking system.
  • Step 3: Secure your reservation by submitting your payment.

Our birthday parties are highly sought-after and tend to book up quickly. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to celebrate your special day with us. Please note that if payment is not received within 2 hours of booking your party, your spot will be released and you will need to submit a new application for a birthday party reservation.

Step 1: Review Party Packages

Basic Package

Package includes:

  • Ross Park Zoo admission for up to 15 children & 15 adults
  • Meet & Greet at the zoo entrance
  • Exclusive use of the picnic tent area, including playground
  • Birthday cake provided by Wegmans! (Choices available with customized message & Ross Park Zoo logo)
  • Complimentary Water & Lemonade
  • Tram ride to the party site (based on availability)
  • Ross Park Zoo attendant on duty throughout the party
  • Set-up & clean-up of party
  • Additional attendees $6 per person

Location: Picnic tent

Timeframe: 2 hours, 10am or 1pm

Optional: Can add on a sheet pizza for additional charge

Price for Basic Package

Members $325
Not-Yet-Members $350

Deluxe Package

Package includes:

  • Ross Park Zoo admission for up to 15 children & 15 adults
  • Meet & Greet at the zoo entrance
  • 90-minute guided tour
  • Grain cups for each child to help feed goats & sheep in children’s zoo
  • Decor: The space will be set up specially for your party with Wolf-themed decorations
  • Games: Pin the Tail on the Wolf game, Wolf craft items (masks or birthday crowns)
  • Gifts: Birthday child gets a wolf plush
  • Food and beverage: 1 sheet pizza from Pudgies, ½ sheet cake from Wegmans, lemonade, and water
  • Information on Red wolves and conservation efforts

Location: Wolf Woods, our beautiful indoor heated and air-conditioned viewing area for our Red Wolves.

Timeframe: 3 hours, 10am-1pm

Guided tour at 10:30am

Pizza and cake at 12pm

Price for Deluxe Package

Members $450
Not-Yet-Members $495

Step 2: Select Your Birthday Party Date/Time

Step 3: Complete Payment To Secure Your Booking

Once you have selected your preferred date and time slot using our online booking system above, please submit payment to secure your reservation. Simply click the Buy Now button below and follow the instructions to complete your payment transaction. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us.