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Corporate Events

"Our company has worked with several organizations in the past, and in all sincerity, the Houston Zoo is one of the most professional we have found."

Karma Shipman
(Company party)

 
Look like a star after having your company function at the Houston Zoo. Did you know that in West Africa, Karamu means "a place of joyful gathering"? And that's exactly what your company picnic for 100 or more will be with Picnic Packages that help you plan everything and include great food choices and fun additions for kids. 
 
Planning a larger event for 2,000 or more? Then maybe an Evening Zoo Rental is more of what you need. Consider the Brown Education Hall - a smaller indoor space during the day which can be set up easily for meetings or dinner parties. Try our Reptile House for an evening you won't soon forget; a superb conversation starter with pythons, crocodile, poison dart frogs, emperor newts and more.
 
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 Testimonials:

“I was planning a birthday party last year for my wife and thought of the Houston Zoo after attending a corporate function there.  The Special Events staff was knowledgeable and responsive, and helped me choose and plan an evening event on the Sea Lion Deck.  The food was great, the set-up attractive, and the sea lions put on a great show (including a kiss for the guest of honor).  We had a memorable evening.  I would recommend the Zoo to anyone looking to plan a special event at an original and entertaining locale.”


Greg Waller, Partner
Andrews Kurth LLP
Houston, TX

 

“Our employees and their families had a wonderful time at the Houston Zoo for our company picnic.  Everyone gave a big “thumbs-up” on the food and attractions. The staff was really great to work with, and made sure that everything went according to plan.  I was concerned because of the rain that day, but our feedback from the event was very positive.  We have had request to repeat the same event in the future.”

Belinda Bradberry
Invensys
Houston, TX

 

“The Houston Zoo was the absolute perfect venue for our Annual Gala!  The ambience of the Natural Encounters building and the Reflection Pool brought our dinner event to another level of sophistication, and almost every person out of the 300 guests raved about how amazing the event was!  The Houston Zoo, including the staff, food and the animal experiences, truly made our event unforgettable!  In fact, it was so successful that we have now made the Houston Zoo the location for our annual dinner event for years to come!”

Amber Harper, Special Events Coordinator
Epilepsy Foundation of Texas
Houston/Dallas/Fort Worth

 

“Meyerland Animal Clinic was extremely pleased with our companies office party held at the zoo aquarium. The catering services provide by the zoo were first rate. From the bartender to the food service personnel, all of the support staff were excellent and endeavored to make sure my company was well cared for. The atmosphere at the aquarium was a fantastic and a unique experience. All of our employees have commented on how much they enjoyed the opportunity to have a party at the Houston Zoo, (as opposed to the typical side room at a restaurant).  I sincerely recommend booking your next company event at the Houston Zoo. It is a well run event offering outstanding atmosphere, outstanding entertainment, and most importantly, good value for your entertainment dollar.”

Jeff Herman, Hospital Administrator
Meyerland Animal, P.A.
Houston, TX

 

“The Houston Zoo’s new auditorium was a wonderful place to hold our community partner luncheon! The auditorium has been updated and the new state-of-the-art video equipment made it so easy to present our power point and video presentation. The staff was so accommodating and helpful we can’t wait to host another event at the Houston Zoo.”

Julie Jenkins
Prepared 4 Life