When does a seminar or training session become an invigorating and dynamic out-of-the-box experience?
When employees are transported to an out-of-the-ordinary work environment like Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. If you're looking for the perfect location for your next team building workshop, meeting or conference, consider two exciting options.
Menu Options
Riverbanks Catering is the exclusive provider of catering at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Outside food and beverages are not allowed.
Venue Options
The Magnolia Room in Riverbanks Botanical Garden
Riverbanks Botanical Garden's Magnolia Room comfortably seats 120 and provides work teams the opportunity to conduct outdoor activities throughout the vibrant Walled Garden and Old Rose Garden. Boxed lunches or more formal luncheons are available through Riverbanks Catering. Make the Garden your team's classroom for $500* for a half a day rental or $1,000* for all day rental.
*Additional charges will apply to groups not utilizing catering services.
Ndoki Lodge in Riverbanks Zoo's African Forest
Ndoki Lodge at Riverbanks Zoo adds a wild element to any meeting. The space comfortably seats 200 and allows your teams to conduct outdoor activities throughout the Zoo. Again, boxed lunches or more formal luncheons are available. Have your next meeting in the wilds of Africa for $1,400*.
*Additional charges will apply to groups not utilizing catering services.
It's always the right time to reward your employees for their hard work and dedication.
And there's no better way to say 'thank you' than to host your next company picnic at everyone's favorite destination—Riverbanks Zoo and Garden—a place that allows your employees the freedom to explore the park with their families and bond with coworkers over a memorable meal. Best of all, we do the work for you!
Menu Options
Riverbanks Catering is the exclusive provider of catering at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Outside food and beverages are not allowed.
To Book a Private Catered Picnic at Riverbanks Safari Camp
| Step One: |
Select a date. |
| Step Two: |
Choose your meal time.
11:00am-1:00pm or 2:00-4:00pm |
| Step Three: |
Select your menu. |
| Step Four: |
Tell us how many are coming and we will provide you with admission tickets at more than a 25% savings ($7 per person). |
| Step Five: |
Relax and let Riverbanks take care of the details. Your family will experience a world class zoo and a delicious catered picnic prepared by our executive chef. |
Safari Camp Rental Fee — $500
Whether you're hosting an awards reception or a retirement roast…
Riverbanks offers three unique settings that will keep your clients and business associates talking long after the last hors d'oeuvre has been consumed.
Facilities are available one hour after park closes through 11:00pm. Events must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance.
Menu Options
Venue Options
The Aquarium Reptile Complex in Riverbanks Zoo's Palmetto Plaza
Twinkling lights may lead your guests to Riverbanks' Aquarium, but once inside it's the starfish and hundreds of tropical fish that will light up your guests' night. A reception of up to 350 or a seated dinner of up to 80.
$1,000 private rental fee — no musical arrangements permitted
The Magnolia Room in Riverbanks Botanical Garden
French doors open up to a breathtaking view of bricked terraces, cascading water and Riverbanks' formal walled garden. A reception of up to 300 or a seated dinner of up to 120. Facility rental fee is $1,500.
$1,500 private rental fee — limitations on musical arrangements
Ndoki Lodge in Riverbanks Zoo's African Forest
Enjoy the sumptuous elegance that's typical of Riverbanks' special events but with a fun twist - the Lodge's large glass windows look out over Riverbanks' elephant exhibit and rich forest foliage. A reception of up to 300 or a seated dinner of up to 170. Facility rental fee is $2,500.
$2,500 private rental fee — limitations on musical arrangements
It's never too early to start planning for the holidays.
Riverbanks Zoo's popular Lights Before Christmas' half-million twinkling lights and snow falling throughout the park provide the perfect backdrop for your company's holiday festivities.
Admission tickets (with private rental and minimum of 50 people): $7
Menu Options
Riverbanks Catering is the exclusive provider of catering at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden. Outside food and beverages are not allowed.
Venue Options
The Aquarium Reptile Complex in Riverbanks Zoo's Palmetto Plaza
Twinkling lights may lead your guests to Riverbanks' Aquarium, but once inside it's the starfish and hundreds of tropical fish that will light up your guests' night. A reception of up to 200 or a seated dinner of up to 70.
$1,000 private rental fee plus admission tickets to Lights—no musical arrangements permitted
The Birdhouse at Riverbanks in Riverbanks Zoo's Palmetto Plaza
Imagine your guests sipping a beverage in the sky-lit atrium, sampling hors d'oeuvres in the Asian Trek, preparing a plate at Savanna Camp, then mingling with the penguins at the Penguin Coast. No matter the set up, your party will soar to new heights in The Birdhouse at Riverbanks. Reception style up to 100 people.
$1,000 private rental fee plus admission tickets to Lights—no musical arrangements permitted
The Magnolia Room in Riverbanks Botanical Garden
If it's the quiet elegance of Riverbanks Botanical Garden you crave, get away from the hubbub of Lights Before Christmas in the Magnolia Room where your holiday party will overlook the beautifully lit terraced Walled Garden. French doors open up to a breathtaking view of bricked terraces, cascading water and Riverbanks' formal walled garden. A reception of up to 300 or a seated dinner of up to 120.
$1,500 private rental fee—limitations on musical arrangements
Ndoki Lodge in Riverbanks Zoo's African Forest
Renting Ndoki Lodge includes admission tickets for everyone in your party to enjoy Lights Before Christmas, which is open nightly from 6:00-9:00pm. For dramatic effect, decide between one of two entrances - a private torch lit entrance near Ndoki Lodge or the Zoo's main entrance where guests will be greeted with the magic of Lights Before Christmas. A reception of up to 300 or a seated dinner of up to 170.
$2,500 private rental fee includes admission tickets to Lights—limitations on musical arrangements
Do your employees belong in a zoo? Give them access to a Wild Adventure!
Choose from one of our Wild Adventure programs:
Wild Adventures Corporate Club
Riverbanks Zoo and Garden now offers a great company perk for your hard working team. The Wild Adventures Corporate Club is an exciting and secure way for your employees and or members to purchase and print Riverbanks eTickets online at a great savings, all from the convenience of a personal computer. This saves time and money, and allows quicker entrance at the gate.
Through this program, your employees can simply buy tickets with your exclusive Wild Adventure Corporate Club coupon code.
Enrolling in this program is as easy as 1-2-3. Sign up your company for the Wild Adventures Corporate Club today!
Pre-paid Discount Ticket Program
Thank your employees on one special day or throughout the year by participating in Riverbanks Zoo and Garden's Pre-paid Discount Ticket Program. Great for family fun days, employee of the month recognition, client appreciation, or resale to your employees (helping them save their hard earned dollars). Discount tickets cost just $9 for adults and $8 for children. That's a savings of more than 25%.
Tickets are sold in batches of 25 and companies must purchase a minimum of 25 to receive the discounted rate. For companies that plan to resell the tickets, we provide promotional materials to help you get the word out to your employees. Tickets will be printed with your company name and have no expiration date. Companies should allow five business days to receive tickets and promotional materials. Other Zoo promotions and discounts are not valid with discount tickets.
