Primate Party Package

Take your party to the primates! This package includes a visit to the Monkey Pavilion for a primate training session, Zookeeper talk and to provide a special treat for the gibbons!

Pachyderm Party Package

Party with the pachyderms. When you choose this package, you'll visit one of our precocious pachyderms and see a pachyderm enrichment demonstration and Zookeeper talk.

Giraffe Party Package

This exciting party includes a visit to the meerkats and world-famous giraffe herd in the African Rift Valley exhibit. Feed crackers to the giraffes and see the meerkats up close during a Zookeeper talk.

Pony Party Package*

Pony rides for all! This western-themed package includes a half hour of pony rides on two ponies picked especially for you—and help from a Cheyenne Mountain Zoo pony wrangler. Plus, the birthday boy or girl will receive a cowboy hat, and all cowpokes will get special badges and pictures to make the memories last a lifetime.

* Additional fees apply for the Pony Party Package.

Packages include:

• Zoo admission
• Safari Cabin rental for the party duration
• A carousel ride for the party group (weather permitting)
• An up-close meeting with a special animal
• A present for the birthday child
• Party favor bags filled with age-appropriate Zoo goodies
• Drinks
• Plates, cups, napkins, utensils and birthday candles
• Name tags
• A 25% discount at the Thundergod Gift Shop

Animal presentations

During your party, your Zoo leader will bring out one animal for everyone to see in our new Education Loft! Although we cannot prearrange which animal you'll see, we can usually accommodate requests for "something fuzzy" or "something scaly". Party animals include the ferret, leopard gecko, pancake tortoise, California king snake and others.

Days & Times

Daily from 10:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

On your party day, your Zoo leader will meet your group at the admissions gate at your scheduled party time. To avoid waiting for latecomers, guests should arrive 15 minutes before the party start time.  

Cost

Members:
$225 for 12 children and 2 adults
Additional children: $10
Additional adults: $3
Additional fee for pony parties: $90

Non-members:
$250 for 12 children and 2 adults
Additional children: $14
Additional adults: $12
Additional fee for pony parties: $100

Extras

Cake and ice cream: $50
Large, one-topping pizzas: $10 each  

Deposit

A $25 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of booking. Full payment is due seven days before the party date.

Payments

Pay for your party over the phone using a credit card, or send a check to:

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Education Department
Attn:  Birthday Parties
4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road
Colorado Springs, CO  80906

Refunds and Cancellations

If you decide to cancel the birthday party, all payments received by that date are non-refundable.

You are responsible for submitting your final payment three days before your party date. The party may be canceled if we do not hear from you at least three days before your event. In this case, we can either reschedule your party or issue a full refund. 

Read the three things you need to know before the party.

Be safe.

For the safety of you and your guests, always follow the Zoo rules, which we will discuss with you when you arrive. The Zoo may end your party if someone in your group does not respect the rules.

Zoo personnel are prepared for a quick response should an emergency arise. Party leaders are certified in first-aid and CPR and carry a first-aid kit. Additional first-aid kits are located throughout the Zoo.

Sign a waiver form.

Each guest must complete and submit a waiver form. All forms must be returned to the Zoo on the day of your party. AT THE PARTY START TIME, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO TURN AWAY GUESTS WHO DO NOT HAVE WAIVERS.

Dress comfortably.

Party guests should dress appropriately for spending time indoors and outdoors. A waterproof jacket and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

E-mail or
Call 719-633-9925, ext. 127

Birthday parties must be arranged at least two weeks in advance of the event.