Upcoming Events
Ag Day – March 21st
Join us in our Ag Day event where we highlight our local agriculture industry. Learn all about where your food comes and how it goes from seed to plate. This event is included with your Zoo admission.
Sniffari Night – March 27st
Join us for a tail-wagging good time at Sniffari Night! This special after-hours event welcomes you and your four-legged friend to explore the Zoo together! You are invited to bring your well-behaved, leashed dogs for an unforgettable evening!
Sniffari Night – April 10th
Join us for a tail-wagging good time at Sniffari Night! This special after-hours event welcomes you and your four-legged friend to explore the Zoo together! You are invited to bring your well-behaved, leashed dogs for an unforgettable evening!
Fresno Chaffee Zoo Golf Classic – April 20th
Join us on the greens at the exclusive Copper River Country Club for an unforgettable day of golf in support of Fresno Chaffee Zoo. This inaugural golf tournament brings together community and business leaders to raise vital funds that inspire people to care for animals, create meaningful connections, build community, and save wildlife.
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Festival De Los Niños – April 26th
Sunday, April 26th 9:00AM-4:00PM.
Roar & Pour – May 8th
Have a roaring’ good time at Fresno Chaffee Zoo for this fun 21 and over event! Sample some of the Central Valley’s best brews while enjoying live entertainment, fun photo ops, and take home a commemorative mini pilsner glass! Delicious food will also be available for purchase from various food trucks curated by Fresno Street Eats.
Ice Cream Zoofari – May 30th
Saturday, May 30th 5:00PM-8:00PM. Tickets will be available soon.
Breakfast With The Animals – July 25th
Friday, June 5th 8:00AM-10:00AM. Tickets will be available soon.
Safari Night Gala – September 18th
Friday, September 18th 6:00PM-11:30PM. Tickets will be available soon.
ZooBoo – October 22nd-24th
Friday, September 18th 6:00PM-11:30PM. Tickets will be available soon.
Sniffari Night: ZooBoo Edition – October 25th
Sunday, October 25 18th 5:00PM-8:00PM. Tickets will be available soon.
BOOK A PRIVATE EVENT
Party Like an Animal at Your Next Event
The Zoo is a great location for corporate parties and group events of all kinds. Our Events Department is trained to take you through all the planning stages to ensure that you have a successful and memorable event, whether it is a casual picnic or a black-tie affair.
Each event has the option of full-service catering, formal or casual setup, and optional Wild Activities including Stingray Bay, Winged Wonders Bird Show, and giraffe feeding.
Olivia Valdez, Event Sales Representative
(559) 498-5924 | OValdez@fcz.org
Explore Our Venues
Several different venues are available to rent throughout the Zoo, each with its own unique atmosphere and seating capacity. Every event is customized to meet your needs and is sure to be a crowd pleaser!
Choose from one of our beautiful venues:
Canopy Grove
Kopje Lodge
Sea Lion Cove
Event Garden
Valley Farm
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Host A Wild Birthday Party At Fresno Chaffee Zoo!
Celebrate your child’s birthday at the Zoo! Let us take care of the planning and details, ensuring a stress-free party in one of our beautiful outdoor spaces. Your party animal and guests will have a WILD time enjoying a fun-filled day with family, friends and, of course, a day with the animals!
JUNGLE BUNGALOW
Celebrate your special day in this fun area located close by guest favorite spots: Dino Dig, Wilderness Falls, Winged Wonders Bird Show, and more!
frequently asked questions
BIRTHDAY PARTY ADD-ONS
Four Themes to Choose From
Zoo Animal, Dinosaur, Pink Flamingo, or Stingray! This addition includes signage, centerpieces, lanterns, goody boxes, and something special for the birthday child.
$100
Includes food to feed a party of 25 people. Add-ons to your order are always welcome! No outside food or drinks besides commercially prepared dessert is permitted into the venue.
Includes corn hole, giant Connect 4, and ring toss!
$50
A 30-minute interactive presentation with animal ambassadors brought right to your party! Animal presentations are only available for Jungle Bungalow party package.
Green Tier – $150
- Includes animals such as reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates
Yellow Tier – $175
- Includes animals such as small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, invertebrates
additional questions
Olivia Valdez, Event Sales Representative
(559) 905-6667 | birthdays@fcz.org