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The Brevard Zoo offers you an escape from the common venues with a one-of-a-kind experience. Our lush & distinct natural surroundings offer unparalleled charm & beauty for wedding ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, and receptions.

Our Nyami Nyami River lodge is a beautiful indoor venue that is great for receptions. It is a beautifully decorated ballroom with windows on all sides for a fabulous view that can seat up to 220 people. Its large, covered veranda overlooking expedition Africa is perfect for ceremonies, cocktails, or dinner under the stars! Have your guests greeted by our animal ambassadors, watch for the giraffes grazing just across the river from your event or admire the meerkats in your private habitat viewing area!

Ask us about having your reception or event in the Zoo, engagements packages, mini-monys & more!

What’s better than having your event continue to give after your special day! All funds generated from your event go towards animal care, education programs, and preservation of wildlife.

Start planning your event in the wild today!

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Frequently asked questions

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

Yes

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

$850

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

$850

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?

$850

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

$850

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$6

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

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

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

1

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Banquet Hall
Waterfront
Zoo

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
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
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

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

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

July
August
September

Reviews of Nyami Nyami River Lodge at The Brevard Zoo

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29 reviews
99% recommend it
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Katerina
Katerina Sent on 02/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A Dream Wedding

I could not have imagined a more beautiful wedding. The food was amazing. The event coordinator and catering manager literally went above and beyond to make this the best night of our lives. And I have to mention the ANIMALS. I’ve always loved animals so being able to have a few attend my wedding was an incredible experience. We are forever grateful
Kelsey
Kelsey Sent on 11/13/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The most magical venue for our special day!!

I can’t even begin to say how incredible our wedding day at the Brevard Zoo was!!! Shai the venue coordinator and Jes the catering manager were great to work with, made our day run so smoothly and the catering was AMAZING!!!! Everyone said how much they enjoyed not only the food but the beautiful venue as well. Would HIGHLY recommend!!!!!
Sarah
Sarah Sent on 01/06/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Flexible and a Pleasure to work with

We had our wedding booked with the Zoo through Erin for May 2020. She assisted us with the initial postponement due to COVID and handled our eventual cancellation.

Although we were unable to have our event there I would recommend them to anyone. Erin was a pleasure to work with. She was incredibly helpful in navigating any issue and very responsive. The venue itself was also very flexible. I hope that we will be able to host or attend an event with them in the future.

Awards

29
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Beach House Designs, LLC Beach House Designs, LLC Wedding Florists

This is a beautiful location for a wedding reception with a deck outstide. The people at the Brevard Zoo are great to deal with.

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