The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
A wild venue for unforgettable events
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens offers a unique outdoor venue for events with a capacity of up to 1,000 guests. Surrounded by beautiful gardens and wildlife, this venue is ideal for weddings, corporate events, and family gatherings. Rental prices range from $1,200 to $6,000.
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The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Outdoor Venue in 370 Zoo Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32218, USA accommodates up to 1000 guests, 30,000 sqft of usable space. $3,600 avg. price for typical events. Popular for Weddings, Corporate Events, Family Gatherings. Amenities include Outdoor Space, Catering Services, Parking, Event Coordination, Wildlife Tours. Request a quote to check availability, packages, and date holds. The location offers convenient access for guests and vendors, with flexible layouts to suit seated dinners, cocktail receptions, and hybrid programs.
Main Venue Type
Outdoor Venue
Secondary Venue Types
GardenEvent Space
Best for:
WeddingsCorporate EventsFamily Gatherings
Amenities
Outdoor SpaceCatering ServicesParkingEvent CoordinationWildlife Tours
Rating: 4.6/5 (20,333 Google reviews)
- 5.0/5:
Had a fun experience with the family here. We bought the pass that includes the train and the whole experience. The grandkids loved the train and the play park for kids and the penguins the best. I'm sure lots of other things too. We went early on Sunday right after it opened. The lions and turtles were still sleeping. The food was good, portions were large. We had chicken strips and fries. The reusable drink cup is $10 and refills are I think $1.50.
– Priscilla Engler
- 5.0/5:
Wow-what an amazing zoo! We were so impressed by the beautiful animals and gardens. So clean and the animals had lots of area to roam. We spent 4 hours here and was blessed with the king of the jungle’s roar and up close contact with the giraffes! Best day ever!
– Cheryl Powell
- 5.0/5:
Our visit to the zoo was, as always, memorable and inspiring! I’m so grateful they offer the $5 admission days — what a great initiative! I do wish this promotion happened in the fall or winter though, as it was incredibly hot.
That said, even with the large crowds, everything was very well organized. There were plenty of parking attendants helping people find spots, the entrance line moved quickly, and throughout the zoo there were several stations with free water and places to cool off.
The splash park was working great, and overall, everything was fantastic! We love our zoo and are always happy to come back again and again. So many animals, so much variety — they’re doing an amazing job!
– Angela Dorosh
Photo credit(s): Sonja Tam, Daniel Keller, Marissa Barfield, Mima Morales
