Upcoming Events
IllumiNature – Ends January 31st!
Experience the Zoo in a new light with hundreds of uniquely designed, handmade lanterns glowing throughout the Zoo! Let the nature, interactive, and Christmas lanterns illuminate your night as you enjoy this spectacular event.
IllumiNature 21 & Over – January 16th
This experience features the magic of IllumiNature: Holiday Spectacular PLUS an adults-only night with live music throughout, food trucks, and various holiday spirit stations with themed cocktails (and mocktails) for purchase.
Lunar New Year – February 7th
Enjoy the last night of IllumiNature and bring in the Lunar New Year at the Zoo! Enjoy food trucks, special performances, and all of the lantern displays.
Black History Month Celebration – February 21st
Join us for our Black History Month Celebration on February 21st from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. This special event will feature delicious food trucks, community resource booths, and live entertainment, creating a space to reflect, connect, and celebrate together.
This event is included with your ticket.
Ag Day – March 21st
More information coming soon!
BOOK A PRIVATE EVENT
Party Like an Animal at Your Next Event
The Zoo is a great location for corporate parties and group events of all kinds. Our Events Department is trained to take you through all the planning stages to ensure that you have a successful and memorable event, whether it is a casual picnic or a black-tie affair.
Each event has the option of full-service catering, formal or casual setup, and optional Wild Activities including Stingray Bay, Winged Wonders Bird Show, and giraffe feeding.
Olivia Valdez, Event Sales Representative
(559) 498-5924 | OValdez@fcz.org
Explore Our Venues
Several different venues are available to rent throughout the Zoo, each with its own unique atmosphere and seating capacity. Every event is customized to meet your needs and is sure to be a crowd pleaser!
Choose from one of our beautiful venues:
Canopy Grove
Kopje Lodge
Sea Lion Cove
Event Garden
Valley Farm
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Host A Wild Birthday Party At Fresno Chaffee Zoo!
Celebrate your child’s birthday at the Zoo! Let us take care of the planning and details, ensuring a stress-free party in one of our beautiful outdoor spaces. Your party animal and guests will have a WILD time enjoying a fun-filled day with family, friends and, of course, a day with the animals!
JUNGLE BUNGALOW
Celebrate your special day in this fun area located close by guest favorite spots: Dino Dig, Wilderness Falls, Winged Wonders Bird Show, and more!
frequently asked questions
BIRTHDAY PARTY ADD-ONS
Four Themes to Choose From
Zoo Animal, Dinosaur, Pink Flamingo, or Stingray! This addition includes signage, centerpieces, lanterns, goody boxes, and something special for the birthday child.
$100
Includes food to feed a party of 25 people. A La Carte orders are always welcome!
Includes corn hole, giant Connect 4, and ring toss!
$50
A 30-minute interactive presentation with animal ambassadors brought right to your party! Animal presentations are only available for Jungle Bungalow party package.
Green Tier – $150
- Includes animals such as reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates
Yellow Tier – $175
- Includes animals such as small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, invertebrates
additional questions
Erica Hernandez, Event Coordinator
(559) 498-5923 | birthdays@fcz.org