Utica Zoo

BYO, Valet parking

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Starting at $6,959 for 50 Guests

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Starting at $6k for 50 Guests
Starting at $6k for 50 Guests

Venue capacity

up to 250

Starting price

$6K to start

Peak Season

May-September

Services

Ceremony / Reception
Outdoor

Styles

Utica Zoo Overview

Located in Roscoe-Conkling Park, the Utica Zoo has an over 100-year-old tradition of bringing joy to its visitors -- making it the perfect location for a unique wedding day. Soon-to-be-wed couples searching for a wild locale for their big day should look no further than this beautiful zoo! Imagine celebrating your union beneath an airy white tent or the stunning pavilion, which has been recently expanded to accommodate even more your nearest and dearest for the big event. The singular wildlife exhibits and beautiful foliage throughout the property provide a picturesque backdrop for one-of-a-kind wedding photos that you will look upon fondly for the rest of your life. You and your guests can even walk among the animal exhibits as an added bonus to the lovely surroundings. Allowing you to fully customize your event and create your vision of the “busy day ever,” every wedding can have their choice of caterer and rental companies.

Venue Notes

The rental fee is $2,000 for a ceremony and reception and includes 3 hours of event time excluding set up and clean up time. Additional hours can be arranged for a fee of $150/hr.

Amenities And Requirements

Amenities

Ceremony arch
Dance area
Large parking lot
No kitchen
Outdoor lighting
Podium and/or stage
Venue set up and clean up

Requirements

- Alcohol must be served by licensed bartender/caterer- Amplified music OK indoors and outdoors- Approved outside caterer allowed- General liability insurance required- Music must end by 9:00PM- No rice, birdseed, confetti, etc.- Smoking in designated areas only- Venue must approve all decorations