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Celebrate Your Birthday with the Zoo!
Meet some of your favorite Zoo animals at your next birthday party! You and your party can choose to meet an animal up-close with the Beastly Animal Birthday Party, or simply visit the animals yourselves with the Create-Your-Own Zooper Party! You can also choose to spend the night at the Zoo with a WildNight Birthday Party, or even invite zoo animals to your birthday party at home with the ZOOMoblie. No matter what you choose, your birthday celebration with the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo will make your party one to remember!
Home Birthday Parties
ZOOM Birthday Parties
Put the WOW in your birthday party by bringing the ZOOMobile to the location of your choice. We'll brighten your special day with live animals and a one-hour presentation. Learn More
Zoo Birthday Parties
Click “expand” on the right-hand side to see all the Zoo Birthday Party options and details!
Beastly Animal Birthday Party
With these hassle-free parties at the Zoo, you just choose your party package, and we'll take care of all the details, including the Safari Cabin rental, goodie bags, drinks, party plates and utensils—and a carousel ride for you and your guests!
River Otter Party Package
New package beginning Decemeber 1, 2009! We are now offering River Otters as a new animal theme! Have these playful, aquatic friends help you celebrate your party!
Primate Party Package
Take your party to the primates! This package includes a visit to the Monkey Pavilion for a primate training session, Zookeeper talk and to provide a special treat for the gibbons!
Pachyderm Party Package
Party with the pachyderms. When you choose this package, you'll visit either the elephants or the hippos and see an enrichment demonstration and Zookeeper talk.
Giraffe Party Package
This exciting party includes a visit to the meerkats and world-famous giraffe herd in the African Rift Valley exhibit. Feed crackers to the giraffes and see the meerkats up close during a Zookeeper talk.
Pony Party Package*
Pony rides for all! This western-themed package includes a half hour of pony rides on two ponies picked especially for you—and help from a Cheyenne Mountain Zoo pony wrangler. Plus, the birthday boy or girl will receive a cowboy hat, and all cowpokes will get special badges and pictures to make the memories last a lifetime.
* Additional fees apply for the Pony Party Package.
Packages include:
- Zoo admission
- Safari Cabin rental for the party duration
- A carousel ride for the party group (weather permitting)
- An up-close meeting with a special animal
- A present for the birthday child
- Party favor bags with age-appropriate Zoo goodies
- Drinks
- Plates, cups, napkins, utensils and birthday candles
- Name tags
- A 25% discount at the Thundergod Gift Shop
Animal presentations
During your party, your Zoo leader will bring out one animal for everyone to see in our new Education Loft! Although we cannot prearrange which animal you'll see, we can usually accommodate requests for "something fuzzy" or "something scaly". Party animals include the ferret, leopard gecko, pancake tortoise, California king snake and others.
Days & Times
Daily from 10:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
On your party day, your Zoo leader will meet your group at the admissions gate at your scheduled party time. To avoid waiting for latecomers, guests should arrive 15 minutes before the party start time.
Sign a waiver form.
Each guest must complete and submit a waiver form. All forms must be returned to the Zoo on the day of your party. AT THE PARTY START TIME, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO TURN AWAY GUESTS WHO DO NOT HAVE WAIVERS.
Cost
Members:
$225.25 for 12 children and 2 adults
Additional children: $10
Additional adults: $3
Additional fee for pony parties: $90
Non-members:
$250.25 for 12 children and 2 adults
Additional children: $14
Additional adults: $12
Additional fee for pony parties: $100
Extras
Cake and ice cream: $50
Large, one-topping pizzas: $10 each
Deposit
A $25 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking.
Payments
Full payment is due seven days before the party date.
Pay for your party over the phone using a credit card, or send a check to:
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Education Department
Attn: Birthday Parties
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Refunds and Cancellations
If you decide to cancel the birthday party, all payments received by that date are non-refundable.
Since you are responsible for submitting your final payment seven days before your party date, your party may be canceled if we do not hear from you at least three days before your event. In this case, we can either reschedule your party and apply your deposit to a new date.
Create-Your-Own Zooper Birthday Party
Create-your-own party at the Zoo for an unforgettable celebration. You choose the activities you want to include, and we'll help you put together the party of your dreams.This option is perfect for groups who want to hang-out at the zoo for a party, but want to add a few special touches! Create-Your-Own Birthday Parties do NOT include reservation of a Zoo facility, food, drinks, zoo guides, or animal encounters. For these options, please check out our Beastly Animal Birthday Parties.
Packages include:
- Zoo admission
- A coupon for a carousel ride for the party group (weather permitting)
- A present for the birthday child
- Party favor bags with age-appropriate Zoo goodies
- Coupon for crackers to feed the giraffes
- Birthday scavenger hunt
- Animal Happenings list
Days & Times
Any day, any time!
Cost
Members:
Children: $10.25
Adults: $3.25
Non-members:
Children: $16.25
Adults: $14.25
Payments
Birthday parties must be arranged at least two weeks in advance of the event. You are responsible for submitting your final payment three days before your party date.
Pay for your party over the phone using a credit card, or send a check to:
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Education Department
Attn: Birthday Parties
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Call 719-633-9925, ext. 127
Refunds and Cancellations
If you decide to cancel the birthday party, all payments received by that date are non-refundable.
Since you are responsible for submitting your final payment three days before your party date.The party may be cancelled if we do not hear from you at least three days before your event. In this case, we can reschedule your party and apply your deposit to the new date.
More Party Ideas
- WildNight Birthday Party - Check out WildNights for an awesome SLEEP-OVER night time Zoo Birthday!
Partygoer Guidelines
Read the below guidelines for information you need to know before the party.
Be safe.
For the safety of you and your guests, always follow the Zoo rules. The Zoo may end your party if someone in your group does not respect the rules.
Dress comfortably.
Party guests should dress appropriately for spending time indoors and outdoors. A waterproof jacket and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
For more information or to book a Birthday Party
E-mail or
Call 719-633-9925, ext. 127
Birthday parties must be arranged at least two weeks in advance of the event.