Receptions

This nature-themed indoor play area by day transforms into an uplifting and unique location for a mid-size evening event. Zoomazium offers a fun and whimsical setting that will inspire guests to let loose and enjoy the atmosphere including two slides and a mountain to climb on. Zoomazium comes equipped with many audio visual capabilities including a large video screen, sound system and more.

Times Available:

May – September | 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
October – April | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. (excluding during WildLanterns)

Located just between our grizzly bear and snowy owl exhibits, Basecamp Northwest features a hand-painted panoramic mural of the arctic tundra. Your guests will experience the wild from the comfort and warmth of this meeting room. Basecamp Northwest is available for both daytime and evening events, and can accommodate luncheons and small dinners.

Times Available:

May – September | 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. or 7:00 – 11:00 p.m
October – April | 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. or 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. (excluding during WildLanterns)

Tucked between the grizzly bear and North American river otter exhibits, the Taiga Viewing Shelter immerses your guests in the naturalistic setting of the award-winning Northern Trail. Entertain your guests as the brown bears look on curiously and the otters zip around in the water, mere feet from your group.

Times Available:

May – September | 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
October – April | 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. (excluding during WildLanterns)

Briar Oak offers the perfect indoor space situated along the main path of the zoo. Located across from our expansive North Meadow, this rustic venue, complete with wood flooring and skylights, provides a beautiful setting for dinners, meetings and more!

Times Available:

May – September | 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
October – April | 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. (excluding during WildLanterns)

This space features a vaulted ceiling, pillars, and two full walls of windows creating an open and airy space filled with natural light. Host a cocktail hour on 1899 Grove’s wrap-around patio, looking over the zoo’s lush greenery. Available for evening receptions, 1899 Grove is the perfect setting for company receptions, award banquets and fundraisers.

Times Available:

May – September | 7:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
October – April | 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

OPENING MAY 1st – Discover Forest Trailhead, an extraordinary new exhibit where elevated treetop paths and immersive habitats bring you closer than ever to tree kangaroos, red pandas, keas, and more. Perfect for intimate, cocktail-style gatherings, this stunning new space offers a one-of-a-kind backdrop that brings any small event to life. Opening May 1, 2026, it delivers an unforgettable adventure that inspires action and connects every guest to the magic—and importance—of the world’s forests.

Times Available:

May – September | 7:00 – 9:00 p.m
October – April | 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. (excluding during WildLanterns)

Celebrate your private event in the zoo’s beautiful Banyan Wilds exhibit. Banyan Wilds features a glimpse into the wild world of Southeast Asia’s wildlife including sloth bears and tigers!

Times Available: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Awe your guests by hosting an outdoor cocktail hour or small dinner reception among the lush, tropical rain forest of Central and South America – the natural habitat of jaguars. The award-winning Jaguar Cove offers the thrill of a majestic cat overlooking your soiree.

Times Available: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Located behind the Molbak’s Butterfly Garden Exhibit, this beautiful oasis is surrounded by an abundance of Pacific Northwest greenery and flora. This event space is perfect for your guests to enjoy an outdoor cocktail or dinner reception.

Times Available: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Party along the rocky coastline of Peru! The award-winning Humboldt penguin exhibit is a large, meandering space with plenty of nooks and crannies for your guests to explore. Watch the penguins’ playful antics from many angles as you enjoy your scrumptious catered event.

Times Available: May – September | 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Welcome your guests to an event space unlike any other in Seattle. Your guests will be drawn into the beautiful view overlooking the award-winning Savanna exhibit.

Times Available: 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Help protect the greater one-horned rhino by hosting your event in our Peacock Plaza. Discover these amazing animals in our newest exhibit, the Assam Rhino Reserve, and mingle among Asian brown tortoises and demoiselle cranes. With a large covered area and lush horticulture, you and your quests can enjoy a private event space you won’t find anywhere else.

Times Available: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.