Facility Rental Packages and Fees

Celebrate your reunion, anniversary, corporate event or other special occasion in the natural beauty of the Aquarium or Gardens, or go wild after hours by renting the Zoo for yourself and guests.

General Rental Information

Rental and Catering Package Brochures

Corporate Tables for Zoo Music

Daytime Events at the Zoo

Rental Policies

General Rental Information

• After-hour events are scheduled in the evening for a maximum of three hours.

• To reserve a booking, call the Events Coordinator at (505) 848-7150.

• To preview rental facilities, an appointment is required. Please call (505) 848-7150 to schedule a preview visit. If an appointment has not been scheduled, general admission will be charged.

• Events MUST be catered by the BioPark’s catering service, “A Taste of the Wild”. No outside food or catering service may be brought in.

• Entities wishing to book the BioPark must read and comply with all rules and regulations, which will be supplied in writing along with a catering contract.

• The BioPark Facilities may not be rented for fundraisers.

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Rental and Catering Package Brochures  

Full descriptions of facility rental and catering options for the Zoo and Aquarium/Garden can be downloaded here.

Zoo Brochure     Aquarium/Garden Brochure

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Corporate Tables Now Available for Zoo Music

Enjoy the concert and a great dinner buffet.

Menus change for each concert.

Starting from $8.95 per person.

Contact a catering sales representative at (505) 764-6206 for more information and availability.

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Daytime Events at the Zoo

Daytime events may be scheduled between 10:00am and 4:30pm for up to 200 people from May through September. Daytime rentals require Catering Services and picnics are held in the Park Area.

Charges:

• Children (3-12) $3.00 per person
• Adults (13-65) $7.00 per person
• Seniors (66–above) $3.00 per person

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Rental Policies

• Facilities are rented for a maximum of three hours. Early check-in and set-up times for all events must be pre-arranged with the Events Coordinator at least 72 hours in advance. Except for the Aquarium, all facilities are outdoors; there is no back-up site.

• Facility rental includes parking and admissions to the BioPark. Entrance for BioPark visitors will be through the front entrance only and a wristband or equivalent form of admission will be required. All containers are subject to being searched prior to entering BioPark facilities.

• All catering and food service requirements must be provided by “A Taste of the Wild” catering service - no outside food or beverage is permitted. In planning your event, the BioPark provides a catering coordinator who will coordinate all your food, beverage and entertainment needs. During your event, an Event Coordinator, City of Albuquerque Security and other BioPark personnel will assist your group with guest entry and exit, facility information and animal exhibits. The BioPark does not provide staff or carts, hand trucks, etc. to move equipment.

• All animal exhibits at the Zoo close at 8:00 pm or DUSK. Because of the sensitivity of the koalas, this exhibit is not open for special events. Exhibits are subject to change without notice. It is your responsibility to inform your guests about the hours the animals are on display for your event, food serving time, and entrance/exit times.

• The content of all printed material relating to the event, including invitations, programs and any other promotional material, is subject to BioPark approval. Such material must be submitted to the Event Coordinator for review and approval, one month prior to the event.

• Children must be supervised at all times. Shirts and shoes are required at all BioPark facilities. The BioPark does not permit selling or giving out items without approval by the Events Coordinator (food, t-shirts, hats, services, etc).

• The following items are not permitted on BioPark grounds because they have been proven harmful to the animals, plants and environment: balloons, kites, fireworks, radios or electronic equipment, firearms, outdoor recreational equipment (baseballs, volleyballs, Frisbees, soccer balls, roller blades, bicycles, scooters, etc.). This is not an inclusive list - all items brought in are subject to inspection and exclusion by BioPark Staff.

• The BioPark requires that nothing be posted, nailed, screwed, staked or attached to the walls, trees, exhibits, buildings, furniture or grass areas. Promotional signs and banners can be displayed in limited areas. The Event Coordinator can assist you in choosing the best location for these displays. All materials must be removed immediately following the event. The BioPark is not responsible for any materials or equipment left on BioPark property.
  

• If liquor is served at an event, it will be restricted to the Event Area. There is an additional charge for liquor, and catering is required. The bar(s) will close thirty minutes before the end of the event. The BioPark staff reserves the right to refuse service to anyone who appears to be intoxicated and cease liquor sales and/or service at any time and no refunds will be issued.

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