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From black-tie to "down right" casual, the Fort Worth Zoo offers several extraordinary venues that promise to leave a lasting memory. Whatever your vision, we'll make it a reality.

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Zoo Pavilions
The Zoo Pavilions, engulfed in natural beauty, are located in the midst of the Zoo's exotic atmosphere. These open-air, historical pavilions are complete with private bathrooms, picnic tables, ceiling fans, lights, a sound stage for announcements and a sense of seclusion. Our professional catering department will provide a buffet that excites your taste buds, while our staff greets and attends to the needs of your guests. Optional activities help create the ultimate event. Choose from four delicious menus: Trailblazin' BBQ, Picnic Favorites, Country Buffet or Mexican Buffet. Available for groups of 300-1500 and up.

Cafe Deck

Just out back of the Bluebonnet Cafe is a beautiful deck nestled under the shade of the trees, overlooking a winding stream and wildflowers. This venue is equipped with tables and chairs, has easy access to air-conditioned restrooms and a sound system can be made available. Patio umbrellas create even more shade for your comfort in spring and summer months. Choose from four delicious menus: Trailblazin' BBQ, Picnic Favorites, Country Buffet or Mexican Buffet. Available for groups of 75-300.

Zoo Day Out

The Fort Worth Zoo welcomes groups of 50 or more to take advantage of our Zoo Day Out program. You'll save $2.50 off regular admission price. Discount admission tickets come in books of 50 and are valid through December 31 of the current year. Tickets are provided to you once we receive your payment. Sorry, unused tickets may not be returned. Not only is this program a great value, but a convenient way to bring your group to the Fort Worth Zoo!

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Catering & Facility Rentals

Bluebonnet Café

Invite your guests to spend an evening enjoying a beautiful Texas sunset mural inside the Bluebonnet Cafe. Seating accommodations are available both inside and on a patio that is perfect for stargazing. Surrounded by the turn-of-the-century Texas Town with an Old West atmosphere, the cafe takes you back in time. Available for groups of 100-750.

Portraits of the Wild Gallery

The Portraits of the Wild Gallery is an original room-in-the-round that houses an art collection by the internationally acclaimed wildlife artist, Wilhelm Kuhnert. The Gallery is an exquisite indoor space for a seated dinner or a cocktail reception. The exotic atmosphere of the room extends onto a deck where you are swept into the African Savannah. The Gallery is a unique setting for rehearsal dinners, cocktail receptions, banquets and award dinners. Our professionally trained, on-site staff caters breakfast, lunch and dinner. Available for groups of 75-200.

Texas Wild! Texas Town

Have a Texas-size party! The Fort Worth Zoo will fascinate your guests with the experience and wonder of Texas Wild! after the Zoo closes. Step off the train, and walk out of the depot into an 1890s replica of a Texas Town. Marvel at the sights in the Hall of Wonders before the wind changes in the Wild Weather Experience. Explore the Pineywoods, home of the black bear, alligators, otters and wolves. Texas Wild! is an unparalleled exhibit that offers a unique setting with unlimited possibilities. Available for groups 100-3000 and up.

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Discount Ticket Program
The Fort Worth Zoo welcomes you to take advantage of our Discount Ticket Program, which enables a company to offer admission tickets to their employees at a discounted rate. The convenience of selling tickets on company grounds in advance, bypassing waiting in line and offering an extra perk to your employees are just a few of the benefits with this program. This program is available for companies with 300 or more employees or members.

Gift Packages
Tickets can be pre-purchased as part of a gift package through the Group Sales department. In addition to admission tickets, parking passes and Zoo Bucks are also available. All certificates are available at the current regular price.

Contact Information

Contact Group Sales by phone at 817/759-7300 or by e-mail at gsales@fortworthzoo.org for more information. School groups should contact the Education Department at 817/759-7200 for group rate information.

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