Congratulations on your engagement!
We are looking forward to assisting you in the planning for your ‘big day’.
Weddings at the Zoo
The zoo offers a variety of ways to plan your event with us.
Zambezi River Lodge
Located right next to Luthy Botanical Gardens inside Peoria Zoo, The Zambezi River Lodge is a new facility seating up to 200 people. It has a cathedral ceiling, thatch roof, exposed timber construction, a huge fireplace, heated floors, and state of the art restroom facilities.
Rondavel in Africa!
Located just outside Zambezi River Lodge this outdoor, open-air rondavel is equipped with a sound system and lighting. The perfect setting for a DJ or live entertainment and dancing. The Lodge and Village, together, make for a spacious and scenic location for any type of event.
Breathtaking Views
Our boardwalk and plaza offer breathtaking views of the new Africa! exhibit, during the day and night! A beautiful backdrop for an unforgettable, unique wedding venue.
For information on Weddings at the Zoo,
please contact Guest Services
PEORIA ZOO has been selected to receive the
WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ .
The annual Bride’s Choice Awards recognizes and celebrates excellence in quality and service within the wedding industry, as determined by recent reviews and extensive surveys from over 500,000 newlyweds.
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