From intimate affairs with your closest loved ones, to all-out bashes with every far-flung friend and relative, Elmwood Park Zoo is your choice for the most unique and exciting outdoor wedding venue.

Start with exchanging your vows from the outdoor deck overlooking our bald eagle canyon, or in front the large doors of our rustic red barn. After the “I Do’s” are exchanged, enjoy a private feeding with the zoo’s giraffes. Then bring the party to our beautiful Canopy Gardens Hall indoor venue for a memorable reception. Whatever you choose, our expert staff will work with you to create an experience that you will cherish for a lifetime.

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Indoor & Outdoor Event Spaces

Canopy Gardens Hall

Our beautiful premier indoor event space can seat up to 150 guests, complete with a dance floor and room for catering services. The space features a full stone accent wall, along with wood-accented flooring and ceilings, making for an elegant lodge-like feel. It also has retractable, floor-to-ceiling glass doors along the garden side of the pavilion, giving the option of open access to the adjacent patio and garden area.

Trail of the Jaguar

Our state-of-the-art exhibit will immerse guests in the southwestern habitat of these majestic big cats. Your guests will enjoy being so close to our family of jaguars, and they’ll delight at being surrounded by some of the other various animals that hail from the region, including Montezuma quail, Colorado river toads, and a gorgeous ocelot. Trail of the Jaguar can accommodate small receptions cocktail hours, and much more.

Olivia’s Eagle Canyon Observation Deck

A wonderful outdoor location for meet-and-mingles, cocktail receptions, wedding ceremonies, and presentations. Any event held on the deck is sure to wow your guests with our stoic bald eagles and golden eagles residing in the background.

Classic Red Barn

Home to the zoo’s donkeys, sheep and goats, this classic and charmingly rustic barn is one of our trendiest settings. It’s perfect for your ceremony or event, and it’s an excellent location for a magical photo.

Zoo Brew Beer Garden

EPZ’s in-house bar and beer garden is located just across from the bison feeding deck. It’s ideal for cocktails, appetizers, or action stations. Your guests will enjoy a taste of our craft beers on tap, as well as the relaxing views sounds of the Stony Creek. This space is also perfect for live music. Overhead bistro lights and interactive games are available.

Zoobowl Theater

A spacious outdoor venue with seating for up to 150 guests. The theater is picturesque and an ideal setup for presentations, wedding ceremonies, and performances.

Duck Pond & Bison Archway

One of our favorite spots for outdoor wedding ceremonies or cocktail receptions.

Entire Zoo

Rent the entire zoo for your private event! All exhibits will remain open exclusively for you and your guests. Choose options to enhance your experience, such as animal shows, live music, carousel/train rides, and more.

You can reach us at 800.652.4143 x 240 and events@elmwoodparkzoo.org.

To learn more visit elmwoodparkzoo.org

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