The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is located in the heart of Cincinnati, Ohio. We are home to one of the most iconic locations in the city. The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is voted the best zoo of 2022 in America by readers of USA Today. Our stunning historic architecture and lush gardens makes us a top destination in Cincinnati.

Facilities and Capacity

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden offers several different venue locations to accommodate groups of any size up to 170 guests. One of our most popular options is to have your ceremony in front of our giraffes, host your cocktail hour with our charismatic hippos, and end the evening on our Africa Desk and Patio for a night you and your guests will never forget. Although, our zoo can accommodate almost any of our animal habitats as a backdrop for your ceremony.

Animal Experiences

Get the opportunity to enhance your wedding with a specialty animal appearance. Have you always wanted to feed a giraffe? Has it been a dream of yours to pet a penguin? Maybe even meet a cheetah up close? By having your wedding here at the Zoo, we can bring these once-in-a-lifetime experiences to you!

Services Offered

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden can offer to host your engagement party, bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, ceremony, reception, or elopement. Minimums are required. Our venue rental cost includes basic set-up of tables, chairs, white or black linen, and basic centerpieces. All other amenities are additional costs.

Cuisine

You will have the opportunity for a tasting and consult with the Executive Chef from our on-site caterer. They will work one on one with you to bring your dream day to life. Dinner options include buffet or plated service, and their bartenders can also create a signature drink for your special day.

We do not allow any outside food or beverages to be brought in (besides wedding cake and edible favors). Our on-site catering company also holds the liquor license.

Other Services

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden offers additional add-on options for couples looking to personalize their special event. Rent out the train and take a loop around the zoo or spin on our brand-new carousel that overlooks our beautiful Swan Lake.