YOUR EVENT

Kid's Birthday Parties

The Rolling Hills Zoo's Education Department puts on quite the birthday bash for your little "wild animals!"

Visit the Education page for details and pricing, and/or call us at 785-827-9488 ext. 132 or email school.groups@rollinghillszoo.org.

Host Your Special Event at
Rolling Hills Zoo

If you're looking for a fun, unique, and memorable place for your next event, Rolling Hills Zoo is the answer. Rolling Hills is fun for the young and the young at heart, and the scenery is unbeatable. 
Let our staff be your hosts for your group's next event - 
you can rest assured it will be unforgettable.

Rolling Hills Zoo is a private, non-profit foundation, so choosing the Zoo for your event will generate much-needed revenue for our operation and development. Revenue from private events supports our efforts to conserve rare and endangered species and to educate people of all ages about caring for our wildlife and world.

Conference Center

Big or small, we can accommodate events of all sizes in the Conference Center (or even in the Zoo)!
  • Company meetings or staff retreats
  • Banquets
  • Engagement & Rehearsal Parties
  • Weddings
  • Retirement Parties & Anniversary Celebrations
  • Christmas Parties
  • Family Reunions
Our Conference Center Amenities Include:
  • Exemplary Service
  • Audio/video access & FREE WIFI
  • A brand-new breakout room
  • Admission to the Wildlife Museum for your guests
  • Admission to the gallery exhibit in the Earl Bane Gallery
  • Personalized menu options
  • Seasonal decor provided
  • Linens, glassware, flatware and plate ware provided
  • Set-up and tear-down provided
  • FREE parking
Make Your Event Unforgettable with these Unique Additions:
  • Discounted Zoo Admission
  • Live animal encounter during your event
  • Tram ride through the Zoo
  • Scavenger Hunt
  • Team-building exercises

Contact Us to Book Your Event Here:

Let us know your event date and details, and we'll get back to you!
EVENT SIGN-UP FORM
For more information, including prices, or to reserve your event date:

Cassie Waitt - Email or call 785-827-9488, ext. 122
Tracy Allen - Email or call 785-827-9488, ext. 114

Be sure to include your fax number or mailing address in your message.

Picnic Area Rental

Daytime Options:
The picnic area offers covered seating for about 200 guests on a first-come, first-served basis. It is equipped with restrooms, soft drink vending machines, and small playground for young children. While you can stake out your area in the picnic shelter for your group, the shelter does remain available to the general public until 5:00 p.m.

Evening Options:
For a truly private event, the Picnic Area is available to rent ($250) from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Your guests may visit the Zoo and Wildlife Museum during the day, until closing at 5:00 p.m., then gather at the Picnic Area for your event!

We can cater a meal for your group at the picnic area, or you may carry in your own food. No grills or outside catering is allowed.