Group Visits
The Minnesota Zoo welcomes groups of 15 or more! We offer multiple options including space rental and food options (food/space rentals provided by our food and beverage partner). Group tickets must be purchased in advanced. Please see below for details and to submit a group ticket request. Please email [email protected] or call 952-431-9200 for questions. Free To Explore Groups – Please note changes to the criteria and reservation process.
Group Eligibility
Groups of 15 or more that do not qualify as a youth or school group. This includes tour operators, adult and senior groups, corporate and community groups. Youth and school groups, click here to visit the field trip page. All group requests and final payment must be made at least 2 weeks prior to arrival date. Planning a simple group visit? No need to complete a form, any online ticket purchase above qty of 15 will automatically receive the group rate.
Group Rates
Group tickets are available in two options.
Anytime Tickets (best option)
Take the guess work out of planning with a flat rate of $22 per person. Tickets include parking and expire at the end of the year so no worries, if you can’t make the planned day of arrival, use your ticket later. Tickets are available as E-tickets or mailed out (must have ticket payment made 2 weeks prior to the event for the mailed option)
Group Tickets
Tickets are priced by adult, children, adult 65+. A final accurate count is required at the time of payment. Group tickets do not include parking and are only valid on the day of planned arrival. No refunds or adjustments made after final payment. Check-in is required for this option. No actual tickets are printed.
Group Rates
Adults $21
Children (3-12 yrs) $16
Adults (65+) $19
Parking $10 car/van
Bus Parking $15
Final counts of adults, children, adults 65+, and parking must be made at the time of final payment 2 weeks prior to visit.
Special Events
Group rates are available for most Minnesota Zoo special events including Zoo After Hours (18+), Wild Nights (18+), Bears and Brews (21+), and Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular. Please visit the special event page or call for pricing information. To submit a request, fill out the group request form.
Free To Explore Groups
The Free to Explore program is available for qualified groups on specific governmental assistance programs. Please visit the Free to Explore page for the inclusive list of qualified programs here Non-listed programs do not qualify. Groups must be more than 10 and less than 50 and visits are only valid Monday – Friday only. Parking is $10 per car and $15 per bus. Qualifying organizations must bring copies and/or letterhead confirmation of qualifying attendees. Chaperones are regular price tickets. Please complete the request form at least 2 weeks prior to visit. Any payments must be made at least 2 weeks prior to the arrival date. Please contact [email protected] for questions. Group check in required at the Guest Service desk upon entry to collect documentation.
Rentals, Private Events, Parties and Picnics
Looking for a naturally wild experience for your next group outing? Consider the wonder of the Minnesota Zoo for your next party, celebration, picnic, or other special occasion. Add-on food packages, rental spaces, etc. by visiting the private events page here
Zoo rentals and food are managed by a partner provider
13000 Zoo Boulevard
Apple Valley, MN 55124
952.431.9200
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