Kids Animal Encounter Birthday Party in Rancho Santa Fe
Celebrate with hands-on animal encounters and a private playground
Duration
2.5 hrs
Ideal For
20 to 50 people
Includes
Animal encounters, Party space
Highlights
Let your child help shape their birthday celebration by selecting the animals they'd like to meet. Your dedicated Party Pro leads the activities and helps with setup and throughout the party.
- Meet animals through four hands-on presentations included in every package
- Explore a private outdoor park-themed playground suited to children ages 2–5
- Gather in your adjacent private indoor party room, which is not themed
Itinerary
- First 30 minutes: guests arrive and free play. Face painting would be at this time if it's part of your package.
- In this first 30 minutes anyone who didn't sign the waiver ahead of time will need to scan the one placed out there and fill it out in order to attend the party.
- Next 60 minutes: animal encounters. The group will travel to a nearby indoor classroom or outdoor presentation space depending on the animal being met.
- Last 60 minutes: food and cake and playtime.
- In the last 15 minutes of the party the Party Pro will go over the final headcount and invoice with you.
What's Included
- Every package: access to a fridge with freezer, sink, counter, projector screen, and audiovisual equipment
- All Inclusive and Ultimate: animal-print face painting above one eye, child party-favor bags, animal-print paper goods, and animal-themed table centerpieces
- Ultimate: one extra animal presentation, an animal feeding encounter, and a 10-inch Nothing Bundt Cakes cake serving 18 people
Important details
- Ages 5+ only for petting reptiles.
- Private pets are not allowed on the premises. Do not leave pets in vehicles on hot days.
- Additional attendees beyond your package's included count cost $10 each, settled on site and not included in the listed price. Adults and children count toward attendance; the birthday child is free.
- A late fee of $50 per 30 minutes applies if your party remains after its end time, starting after the first 15 minutes. This fee is not included in the listed price.
- Wear closed-toed shoes around animals.
- Complete the participation waiver before attending the party.
- Animal species may change based on health, safety, and availability.
- For parties larger than 50 people, some adults must remain in the main party space while children and accompanying adults attend animal presentations.
- Non-birthday events require management approval.
- Alcohol, open flames, jump houses, piñatas, confetti, loose glitter, and straw or hay bales are prohibited. Do not use pins, staples, strong tape, or other decorations that damage surfaces.
- Keep balloons inside the event room only. Do not attach them to outdoor fences or playground equipment, and do not move tables or equipment.
- Arrive no earlier than 30 minutes before your party starts for setup. Ask your invitees to arrive no earlier than the scheduled start time.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 50 guests.
Cancellation Policy
Parties run rain or shine. Cancel 31+ days before for a 75% refund; within 30 days, no refund. Rescheduling is penalty-free within 3 business days of booking; otherwise, rescheduling 31+ days before costs 30% of the paid value. No rescheduling within 30 days of the event.
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FAQs
Yes, the party space is wheelchair and stroller accessible.
Yes, everyone attending needs a completed, signed liability waiver. For anyone under 18, a parent or legal guardian must sign. Complete waivers before attending.
Yes, your party runs rain or shine, and most animal presentations are indoors. The outdoor playground has shade sails for sun but no rain cover.
Meeting details
Helen Woodward Animal Center, Humane Education Campus lobby, 6447 Helen Woodward Way, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
