CMZoo

Spend your Birthday celebrating with Zookeepers & Animal Ambassadors at the Zoo!

 
Each hassle-free package allows you to choose from our list of animal feeding experiences or animal demonstrations. We’ll take care of the rest, including the facility rental, eco-friendly plates and utensils, lemonade, and a special gift for the birthday kiddo!

Please Note: We hope that you’ll appreciate that our animal ambassadors participate in training and programs voluntarily. For this reason, we cannot guarantee the participation of any animal(s) scheduled the day of your program. In the event that an animal is unable/unwilling to participate on the day of your program, our zookeepers and EdVenture staff will do their best to facilitate a special birthday experience with another animal(s).

AVAILABLE PARTY TIMES:

*Morning Birthday Party *Please Note: Party times are NOT flexible.
Start time: 9:30 a.m. – End time: 11:30 a.m.

*Afternoon Birthday Party
Start time: 1:30 p.m. – End time: 3:30 p.m.

COST:

Weekend Rate* (Friday – Sunday)
Non-member: $350.75
Member: $300.75
*Flat rate for up to 20 guests (includes all guests attending the party; i.e. members, non-members, birthday child, parents of child guests, etc.)

Weekday DISCOUNTED Rate** (Monday – Thursday)
Non-member: $250.75
Member: $200.75
**Flat rate for up to 20 guests (includes all guests attending the party; i.e. members, non-members, birthday child, parents of child guests, etc.)

Additional Guests
0-2 years old: $0.75
3+ years old: $17.75
 
 

Each 1-4 year old Party Package includes:

 

• Zoo admission for the entire party (Zoo hours are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
• Two animal feeding experiences (see Available Feeding Experiences table below)
• One Animal Ambassador (choice of a snake, turtle/tortoise, or lizard)
• Personal Colossal Cupcake for the birthday child
• Birthday gift for the birthday child: one Zoobook, one Crayon for Conservation, & one animal painting bookmark
• One animal painting bookmark per child guest
• One free carousel ride for the entire party (coupon required)
• One 25% off coupon redeemable at the Thunder God Trading Post
• 2-hour private building rental
• Drinks (lemonade and water)
• EcoProducts (utensils, plates & bowls)
• Electronic/printable birthday invitation

Available Feeding Experiences (Choose 2)
Budgie Buddies
Bunny
Chickens
Giraffe

 

Create-your-own party at the Zoo for an unforgettable celebration. You choose the activities you want to include, and we’ll help you put together the party of your dreams.This option is perfect for groups who want to hang-out at the zoo for a party, but want to add a few special touches! Create-Your-Own Birthday Parties do NOT include reservation of a Zoo facility, food, drinks, zoo guides, or animal encounters. For these options, please check out our Zoo Animal Birthday Parties above.

Packages include:

• Zoo admission
• A coupon for a carousel ride for the party group (weather permitting)
• A present for the birthday child
• Free downloadable party invitations (see below expandable)
• Party favor bags with age-appropriate Zoo goodies
• Coupon for giraffe feeding
• Birthday scavenger hunt
• Animal Shows & Happenings list

Days & Times

Any day, any time!
Zoo hours are daily 9 a.m. –  5 p.m.

Cost

Child 3+ years Member: $15.75
Child 3+ years Non-member: $30.75
Child 0-2 years: $0.75
Adult Member: $10.75
Adult Non-member: 35.75
NOTE: Both the birthday child and parent must be a member to receive the member rate

Deposit:

A non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking.

Payments

Birthday parties must be arranged at least two weeks in advance of the event.
You are responsible for submitting your final payment before your party date.

Pay for your party over the phone using a credit card, or send a check to:

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Education Department
Attn: Birthday Parties
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80906

Or call 719-424-7827

Refunds, Cancellations or Changes

We do not issue refunds for parties that do not show for their reservation. If you need to cancel or reschedule your event, this must be arranged at least 48-hours prior to the event date before a refund or rescheduling the program is considered.

If the Zoo is closed due to inclement weather or other unforeseen events, we will issue you a full refund (less the non-refundable deposit) or you may reschedule the party to the next available date and apply all payments already made toward your reservation to the new reservation.

• WildNight Birthday Party – plan a WildNight Just for You. Check out WildNights for an awesome SLEEP-OVER moonlight adventure filled Zoo Birthday!

• We’ll brighten your special day with live animals and a presentation we can bring to your home or party location.
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In lieu of traditional presents, some parties express interest in donating items to the animals at the zoo. Everyone at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo appreciates your generosity!

Animal Gift List:

• Medium sized parrot/bird Toys
• Bird puzzle feeder toys
• Cat puzzle feeder toys
• Dog puzzle feeder toys
• Chew toys (rabbit/chinchilla size)
• Wicker munch balls
• Pet grass huts (rabbit/chinchilla size)
• Snake/lizard hides and/or exhibit furniture
• Hand sanitizer
• Natural wood wool
• Brown paper lunch bags
• Crepe paper
• Non-toxic tempura paints

Zoo-wide Wish List:

Click HERE to find commonly needed/donated items to the Zoo.

Click on the invitation link below. Then print the pdf page in color with your printer at home and complete your invitation!

• CMZoo Birthday Party Invitation .pdf

Read the below guidelines for information you need to know before the party.

Be safe:

For the safety of you and your guests, always follow the Zoo rules. The Zoo may end your party if someone in your group does not respect the rules.

What to wear:

• Party guests should dress appropriately for spending time indoors and outdoors. Bring a waterproof jacket and comfortable shoes for walking.
• Many of the animal interactions you may experience will REQUIRE close-toed shoes. Please contact the EdVenture Department for more details.