The Toledo Zoo Reviews
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4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
70 Reviews
97% recommend it
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Abbey S. Sent on 06/25/2024Summer Zoo Wedding
I am amazed at the way our wedding came together in the end. My husband I chose to have a wedding at the Toledo Zoo Aquarium because it was such a special place for us. I worked with Gina Lambert to create my vision and I am so pleased about everything related to our special day. The zoo staff had everything under control and was prepared down to the smallest detail. On the day of the wedding, our day-of coordinator, Kasey, was phenomenal at helping with set-up and tear-down. I couldn't imagine having gotten married anywhere else. Thank you to Gina, Kasey, and the rest of the zoo staff for an absolutely magical day! -
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Rosa R. Sent on 11/06/2023
The Toledo Zoo is an excellent wedding venue
We absolutely loved our wedding and the zoo made it a unique and fun experience. The zoo staff made everything so easy and straightforward to plan. They took care of everything we needed and answered our questions quickly and with clarity. They were so helpful and made everything run smoothly.The Toledo Zoo's reply:
Rosa!
I am so happy to hear you had a wonderful time! We are so honored to have been there on such a special day! -
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Jodi L. Sent on 11/17/2022What more can I say than...WOW!!!
We held my daughter's wedding reception at the Malawi Center this past weekend. Everything was amazing- the ambiance, the food, the staff! I don't have enough exclamation points to interject how wonderful everything was! All the guests raved over the food and the setting. The staff (thank you so much Julia, Rayann, and everyone who worked that night!) was phenomenal, professional, and so helpful!! I just wish I had another daughter to marry off so we could do it again!!! Thank you so much to everyone at the Malawi Center for making our day perfect!!! -
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Jeffrey V. Sent on 05/17/2022Absolutely Perfect!
We could not have been happier with our wedding at The Toledo Zoo! Every person on their team was so helpful! Any questions we had throughout the entire planning process were quickly answered. Having a day-of coordinator made our wedding day a breeze - she took away so much stress, making sure we didn't have to worry, and was willing to help with anything needed. Even having to make a last minute switch from the Formal Garden to the Aquarium due to rain was no big deal because they handled everything! The whole experience from start to finish was 10/10. All of our guests raved about the food (and they were being genuine)! The catering staff was so friendly and did an excellent job keeping up with everything. There is nothing bad that we could say about our experience! Both of our families have been loyal zoo members since we can remember, and our amazing wedding just adds another reason to the list of why we love the zoo so much. -
Ashley B. Sent on 04/30/2022
Toledo Zoo Aquarium
They did an amazing job, they were kind, professional, and punctual. They made everything go smoothly and as planned. They kept in informed and made the day so wonderful. It was more affordable than I thought it would be also, -
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Greg S. Sent on 08/30/2019Wonderful experience
Amazing working with Lexi and her crew. They helped make our wedding very memorable. From the planning stages, to the tasting dinner, to finalization, and even during the day itself, they were very helpful and accommodating. And where else could we have a polarbear as a guest. Thanks again.The Toledo Zoo's reply:
Congratulations, Greg and Julie! We loved working with you both from start to finish and had such an amazing day with you, your guests and the polar bears! Wishing you endless love and happiness. -
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Heather S. Sent on 09/25/2019Best day of my life
The zoo was the perfect venue for my wedding. Every detail was executed perfectly allowing me to just get caught up in the magic of the day. I couldn’t dream of a more beautiful day.The Toledo Zoo's reply:
Thank you Heather for your review. We loved all the beautiful details and touches your wedding had! We wish you and Dan all the best! -
Maggie M. Sent on 02/17/2019
The Toledo Zoo Malawi Event Center
This venue is fantastic! We had a winter wedding there and had some concerns that were never realized. We decided on the additional carts to shuttle the guest which was helpful. Many said it was the best wedding they'd been to! The aquarium as the backdrop is stunning and we could not have been more pleased with the entire process. Magical is one of the best descriptions I can think of. Lexie Finnegan is wonderful to work with. Very responsive and incredibly helpful. The bar and wait staff were so friendly and polite. They were a big help at the end of the night as we were packing things up. You will not be disappointed if you decide on this venue for your wedding or any large party firvtgat matterThe Toledo Zoo's reply:
Maggie,
Thank you so much for choosing us to host your reception - it was an honor and you looked stunning in your dress! We wish you and DJ nothing but the best! -
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Bobbie-Jo N. Sent on 12/13/2018
friendly, helpful, ontime
Staff was helpful, the setup was great as well as clean up. I felt it could have been a little longer. As in, start at 5:45pm and end at 11pm. The Venue is gorgeous and its the one day that its all about the Bride and Groom.The Toledo Zoo's reply:
Thank you so much for your review Bobbie-Jo! We absolutely loved setting up your beautiful decorations and it was an honor to host you and Logan's big day. We wish we could party all night long with you guys :) Hope you have been well and congratulations again! -
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Kristi S. Sent on 10/20/2018The Toledo Zoo took care of everything!
My husband and I love the Toledo Zoo and so it was the perfect place for us to get married at. We live in Texas now, so we needed a place that would take care of everything! The only thing my husband and I had to get outside of the zoo was our DJ, photographer, and officiant. We got married in front of the elephant exhibit and had the reception in the aquarium. All the guests loved the elephant that came out behind us during the ceremony and loved all the aquariums as a backdrop. Also, Lexie, one of the zoos wedding planners, was amazing!! She always responded to my emails in a timely manner and was patient with my busy teaching schedule, and a time zone difference, when I had to respond back. If you get the chance to get married at the Toledo Zoo, do it! I am so lucky to have been a stress-free bride and my husband and I both got to enjoy our wedding day.The Toledo Zoo's reply:
Kristi thank you SO much for your kind words! It was an honor to host you and Ryan and all your guests. We had so much fun planning with you and watching your big day come to life! Congratulations once again to you both, we wish you well! -
Samantha Sent on 10/03/2018
Amazing and Unique Wedding Venue!
The Toledo Zoo and staff are amazing. The Malawi Pavilion where I had my reception was so beautiful and the perfect place for a wedding. The staff was so receptive, I probably sent over a hundred emails with questions about the big day, and they were wonderful at keeping me calm and helping us to have the best wedding. I loved working with them.The Toledo Zoo's reply:
Samantha these photos are stunning! You are Robert were such a joy and there was so much love on your big day! We loved planning with you and would do it every day of the week if we could :) Congratulations once again, come see us soon! -
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