Some gatherings call for a setting with character. At Melbourne Zoo Events, our venues offer a balance of natural surroundings, exotic animals and thoughtful hospitality. Our unique range of spaces cater towards birthdays, engagements, christenings and private celebrations of any kind.
Options include the Rainforest Room, set beside the Tamarin monkey habitat, and the Bong Su Room, tucked within the bamboo forest along the Trail of Wonders. Our team can assist with food, service, and styling, so your focus stays where it should be – on enjoying your private event!
Celebrate with a backdrop of rainforest greenery or a view into the Tamarin monkey habitat. Whether you’re planning a milestone event or something more intimate, our team can assist with venue selection, styling, catering and even a personalised birthday cake crafted by our Zoo Bakery. Everything is considered, from canapés to seated banquets.
Located close to a number of churches and chapels, including St Carthage’s and the Melbourne University chapels, Melbourne Zoo is well placed for christening receptions. Choose from indoor or outdoor venues and let our team organise the catering, service and setup to suit the tone of your gathering.
Host your engagement or hen’s celebration in a setting that feels truly unique and memorable. We offer a range of beautiful venue spaces, with curated menus from our in-house chefs. Optional experiences like a high tea or flower crown workshop can also be arranged to add a personal touch.
Melbourne Zoo Events offers a collection of versatile spaces suited to private events of all types. From the ambient greenery of the Rainforest Room to the scale and flexibility of Leopard Lodge, each venue brings its own atmosphere. Whether you’re planning something intimate or more expansive, our spaces pair thoughtful design with the unique character of the zoo’s surroundings.
“The meeting went incredibly well, and I’ve received a lot of positive feedback about the catering and the room set up. Everyone was very impressed with the delicious food. I really appreciated their professionalism which meant I could focus on making other aspects of the meeting run smoothly.”
“Location was a great setting for our wedding. The animal experiences made for very unique wedding photos and set the scene for a fun and relaxed event. Having everything at one location was a bonus. The venue was everything we wanted: a garden wedding, central to CBD, and amongst nature.”
“Everything turned out perfectly, the food was great and service was excellent from everyone involved. The clients all had a blast and was great to be able to relax and know your service team had everything under control.”
