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The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is the perfect venue to add a unique experience for your wedding. Located closely to Downtown Sanford, FL, we're just minutes away from local shops, nightlife, and hotel accommodations.

Our Wayne M. Densch Discovery Center offers both indoor and outdoor spaces for Ceremonies and Cocktail Hour, while our Safari Hall can accommodate up to 150 guests seated for dinner and dancing.

Whether you are planning a wedding, corporate event, or social gathering, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will make your event an unforgettable experience!

For pricing and availability, please email events@centralfloridazoo.org or call 407.323.4450 ext. 147

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$3,800

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$3,800

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$25

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

25

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Garden
Zoo

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October

Reviews of Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

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Debra Sent on 05/28/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent wedding venue

The Central Florida Zoo is a unique and special venue. Alex was an extraordinary wedding coordinator. We credit her with the total success of our wedding event. Also, Terrell, Sonny’s Catering Manager was great. Terrell and his team exceeded all expectations and provided outstanding service to the wedding party and our guests.
B
Beth Sent on 06/12/2013
5 out of 5 rating
The venue and food service was great, Staff was prompt to meet our needs for our retreat. We really apprecaite the partnership, My staff really enjoyed themselves.
Analaura
Analaura Sent on 04/01/2024
5 out of 5 rating

An amazing day and a great team to work with!!

Dawn and Lindsay were fantastic to work with!!! Any questions we had were answered quickly and efficiently. The ceremony area was very clean and inviting. The ready rooms were the classroom in the space which were fine. The reception was a blank canvas allowing you to do whatever you are dreaming to do! The patio going to the garden was a perfect place to step out for a breath of fresh air but still be a part of the party. The patio was also where we got to show off your choice of animal ambassador which was an add on but was perfect.
Best part of the day was getting to take pictures with some of the animals in the zoo.
I got to feed a Giraffe in my wedding dress!
Dawn and Lindsay were both so easy to work with and wanted to make sure we had everything we needed throughout the whole process. All the zookeeper we encouraged were fantastic as well, they wanted to make sure the animals were comfortable, and we got the photos we wanted.


LADIES word of warning I would think about wearing different shoes going through the zoo for pictures or at least bring a pair of shoes you can slip on and off for walking. Their boardwalk has some spacing issues that may cause your heels to fall through, mine did!
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Awards

15

Professional Network & Endorsements

3 Endorsements
Always and Forever Florida Weddings Always and Forever Florida Weddings Wedding Officiants

what a unique and beautiful venue to have your wedding and events! If you have not considered a zoo, check it out, the place is amazing!

Apollo's Chariots Inc. Apollo's Chariots Inc. Wedding Limos

Excellent Venue

Costello's Catering Costello's Catering Wedding Caterers

Beautiful Venue and great prices with amazing packages available. The staff at the Central Florida Zoo is very professional and pleasant to work with. Our clients enjoyed having their event in the Safari Room, 3400 sq. ft room with an attached porch and courtyard leading to a beautiful botanical garden. It's simply beautiful.

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Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens frequently asked questions

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens includes:
  • Bartender(s)
The space offered by Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens for wedding events is known for:
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
  • Zoo
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Wifi
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Tables
Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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