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   Everyone can have a great birthday at Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo!
General Information
Parties are scheduled either Saturday or Sunday at 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. Party Length: 1.5 hours For more information and to organize your party, Call (813) 935-8552 ext. 266
General Guidelines
Inform your guests to meet outside the Zoo School Campus 15 minutes prior to the scheduled party time, this will ensure that your guests will arrive on time. The instructor will meet your group and escort them into the party room. NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINKS ARE ALLOWED IN THE ZOO When the party is over we do ask that you bring the gifts and cake to your car. FULL payment is required 3 weeks in advance. If payment is not received 3 weeks in advance your party will be canceled. Cancellation of a party must be made 14 days in advance to ensure a FULL refund. If a cancellation is not made 14 days in advance then you will receive a 50% refund. If you want to give goodie bags to your guests this must be done when you exit the Zoo. This is for the safety of the animals. There is a $150.00 non-refundable deposit to hold your date and time (deposit is deducted from your final payment) Included In Party
Upon completion of the party the party participants can enjoy the Zoo if they desire to do so. Operating Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5p.m. candles, paper plates, forks, napkins cups
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What kinds of animals are available for the "animal encounter"? All of the animals used for our birthday parties come from the Education Department. We have a wide variety of animals that may be available for your party. These animals include reptiles and amphibians like snakes, skinks, turtles, and more. We also have a variety of birds that include different parrots, owls, a kestrel, and more. We also have mammals available for parties including a rabbit, a singing dog, a kinkajou, naked mole rats and more. We cannot promise that any individual animal will be available. Please note that like people, animals sometimes have a bad day and on these days they will not be available. 2. Can the children hold the animals? No, the instructor is the only person that can hold the animals. They will however, let everyone come to see it up close, and depending on the animal, let the children touch it. 3. How much does the party cost? The cost of the party is based upon how many people will be attending, (adults and children COMBINED). See the table above for a full list of Member and Non-Member rates.
Rates
MEMBERS For members of the Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo - head count includes children and adults Up to 10 participants: $185.00 11-20 participants: $275.00 21-30 participants: $335.00 31-40 participants: $440.00 41-50 participants: $545.00 51-60 participants: $650.00 NON-MEMBERS For NON-members- head count includes children and adults Up to 10 participants: $210.00 11-20 participants: $312.00 21-30 participants: $380.00 31-40 participants: $500.00 41-50 participants: $605.00 51-60 participants: $710.00
Please Keep In Mind
The Zoo does not provide a birthday cake or food. You may bring your own birthday cake and/or food to your 1.5-hour party in the Zoo School, however outside food and beverages are not allowed into the zoo. Advance notification of participants is required. If your number of participants goes over the pre-determined amount the next price range will apply. 
Did you have a WILD birthday party at Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo?
Let us know how we did! Please click here to fill out a short survey about your experience. Thank you.   Fun for kids of all ages, slumber parties offer an exciting new perspective on Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo. Perfect for birthdays, special occasion gatherings, clubs and organizations. Themes are adjusted to be age appropriate for your group.
SUMMER SLEEPOVER EVENTS
Manatee Rescue Sleepover for Families on Friday, September 17 Learn about what Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo does to save Florida's gentle giants. Tour our rescue facilities and sleep near the manatees in our air conditioned Manatee Building. Program Information: · For K-5th students and family members · Children must be accompanied by adults. Sorry, no “adults only” · $28 per participant Call (813) 935-8552 ext. 268 or Please email to schedule. _______________________________ ZooBoo Family Sleepover on Saturday, October 9 It’s a spook-tacular night to stay at the Zoo, if you dare! You’ll have a frighteningly good time as you witness a “beastly encounter” and then become a mad scientist in our monster lab. Look out for the creatures of the night. They’re “lurking” for you on the night hike through the Zoo. Have a screaming good time at ZooBoo playing “Ghostly Games” and more. Program Information: · For K-5th students and family members · Children must be accompanied by adults. Sorry, no “adults only” · $40 per participant **ZooBoo Nite Site is available for other groups during select nights in October. Register Online By Clicking Here 
Sleepovers include:
Program Information:
$28 Special-Have your sleepover August-February and receive a $8 discount per person, reserve yours today! (Excludes special event sleepovers)
Other Themes
African Safari Go on a safari and explore various animals from across the savannah. Meet live animals and learn about animal adaptations. Awesome Australia Journey to the land down under to discover the people, places, environments and wildlife of Australia. Manatee Rescue Learn about what Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo does to save Florida's gentle giants. Tour our rescue facilities and sleep near the manatees in our air-conditioned Manatee Building. Nocturnal Adventures Find out who comes out when the sun goes down and experience life as a nocturnal animal. Stalk and slither your way through the Zoo to see the Nocturnal animals in action. Rainforest Adventures Explore the tropical rainforests to learn how the characteristics of jungle plants and animals allow them to survive in the rainforest layers. |
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