Picnics

This expansive lawn located just inside the West Entrance, is ideal for large outdoor or tented events. The size of the North Meadow allows for versatile set-up options, activities and other extras.

Located near our Historic Carousel, the Picnic Shelter features an open air structure, permanent picnic tables and a grassy area for extra activities. Surrounded by lush greenery, this space provides a private wooded area for your guests to socialize.

Located between the Historic Carousel and the Northern Trail, the Mesa Bronze offers a small picnic oasis while being centrally located to activity options and animal exhibits. As the most economical of our picnic sites, this space is ideal for smaller group sizes.

Located just inside the South Entrance, the Family Farm is the perfect setting for a country casual celebration while never leaving city. A quaint fruit orchard makes the perfect backdrop as your guests enjoy the sights and sounds of the nearby barnyard animals including goats, miniature donkeys, chickens and pigs.

Surrounded by old-growth beech trees, the Beech Grove is naturally secluded thanks to the lush foliage that envelopes the space. Beech Grove is located adjacent to the South Entrance to the zoo and the African Savanna.

Looking for a venue for a small social event or company gathering? Entertain your group elegantly with an afternoon tea event in our beautiful Microsoft Pollinator Patio. Located behind the Molbak’s Butterfly Garden Exhibit this beautiful oasis is surrounded with an abundance of Pacific Northwest greenery and flora. This event space is perfect for groups of 20 or less.