Group & Private Events
Make your event a success!
The Indianapolis Zoo offers an incredible atmosphere for your guests to dine with dolphins, pet sharks, enjoy the gardens, and more. Here are a few perks to hosting a group or private event at the Zoo:
- One-of-a-kind event spaces accommodating groups of all sizes during day or evening hours.
- Experienced and exclusive on-site caterer to handle all of your food and beverage needs.
- Special pricing on admission tickets, parking, ride and feed tickets.
- Event enhancers, such as a private dolphin presentation or an animal encounter, exclusively for your guests.
- You’re supporting the Zoo’s mission to protect nature and inspire people to care for our world.
- Host a green event. We are a proud member of the Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce’s Green Business initiative and a Green Power participant with AES Indiana.
Contact Group Sales for more information here.
VENUES FOR RENT
Bicentennial Pavilion
Conveniently located near the Zoo’s Entry Plaza, with restrooms and the gift shop nearby, the Bicentennial Pavilion is designed with beautiful, natural materials and features lush trees and plants.
Dolphin Gallery
The Ascension St. Vincent Dolphin Gallery provides your guests with an insider’s view into the dolphin pool. Events include access to the world’s only underwater dolphin dome!
Oceans
The Oceans building adds dramatic ambiance to your event with full access to view penguins, sea lions, cownose rays and seahorses. Plus, your guests can interact with rays and dog sharks in our touch pool until 9pm.
Orangutan Center
In the Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center your guests can view these amazing apes while enjoying the beautiful wood and glass space.
Hulman Riverhouse
This White River Gardens space features windows overlooking the White River and downtown skyline. Evening events receive exclusive access to the stately Grand Hallway, outdoor terrace and beautiful Schaefer Rotunda.
White River Gardens
The White River Gardens have outdoor spaces available for ceremonies and events. Please contact event sales for more information.
Hix Institute
Conference-style meeting room, located near the Zoo entrance inside the Polly H. Hix Institute. This space is excellent for smaller parties, meetings and banquets.
Chimpanzee Culture Center
Our newest rental space in the Penny and Jock Fortune Chimpanzee Complex. Window views of chimpanzees indoors. Great for small groups.
Chimpanzee Cognition Center
Observe Chimpanzees interacting with touchscreens while having a small standing room gathering in this new facility. Test your skills against the chimps.