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Sunday, November 9: Franklin Park Zoo will open at noon due to the Boston Half Marathon taking place that morning. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to welcoming you in the afternoon!

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Jennifer LeFevre

Rental Guidelines

Rental and Admission Policies

  • A signed contract, rental fee and applicable service and set-up fees must be received by the Events & Celebrations Department two months prior to your scheduled event.
  • Rain dates are not scheduled. If an event must be postponed due to severe weather, we will try to reschedule the event, but cannot guarantee that a specific date will be available.
  • For events during standard operating hours, discounted admission rates apply. 
  • Evening rental spaces are available from Zoo closing time until 10:30 p.m.
  • Our exclusive caterer will handle all alcohol service details for your event. Outside alcohol is not permitted. All bar service requests must be arranged directly through Sodexo Live.
  • All large events must provide their own liability insurance policy naming Zoo New England as an additional insured.

Catering

See Our Catering Information

General

  • Balloons are not allowed inside the Zoo for the safety of our animals.
  • Please advise the Events & Celebrations Department if you plan to have games or special entertainment during your event.
  • No outside animals are allowed on Zoo grounds, except for service animals.
  • Parking is free to all Zoo New England patrons.
  • All private event attendees must adhere to Zoo rules.
  • The Zoo reserves the right to remove any individual whose behavior is inappropriate or whose activities may cause harm to other guests or Zoo animals.