***Please note, we are not taking any new reservations for event venues for the rest of the 2021 season to re-evaluate and make some improvements to our digital rental system and venues. Thank you so much for your patience. We are eager to aid you in hosting your event at Oakland Zoo very soon!***
Birthday Parties
Birthday Parties
Go wild for your birthday! Whether you're looking for a picnic-style party or an educational birthday party program, Oakland Zoo offers a variety of fun party packages.
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40 People
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
20–40 People
10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
30 People
50 minutes
Marian Zimmer Auditorium
Marian Zimmer Auditorium
Located on the lower level of Maddie's Center for Science and Environmental Education is the spacious Marian Zimmer Auditorium. This site is perfect for business meetings, family get-togethers, and other special events.
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100 People
8:00 a.m.–12:30 a.m.
8:00 a.m.–12:00 a.m. (Youth Events)
(3 hour minimum rental)
6 Weeks in Advance
Snow Building
Snow Building
Located at the top of the hill near the Main Entrance, the Snow Building offers a spectacular view of the bay, making it perfect for weddings or other family get-togethers.
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Picnic Sites
Picnic Sites
Want to bring a picnic lunch? You can use any of the picnic tables or benches inside the Zoo, or spread out a blanket in the meadow. Have an event coming up? Reserve one of our picnic sites.
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Lion Lookout
Clorox Wildlife Theater
Clorox Wildlife Theater
**Temporarily Closed** From family overnights, concerts, and performances to ZooCamps and ZooSchool, the amphitheater is home to programs for kids, families, and schools alike.
Events