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Outdoor Facilities

The Zoo's "Taste of the Wild" catering must be utilized to rent outdoor facilities.  Outside caterers are not allowed on Zoo grounds.  Security may be required for after-hour functions. The picnic areas are available during regular Zoo hours in four (4) hour blocks (10 a.m.-2 p.m., and 4 p.m.-8 p.m.). After hours times are 6 p.m.-11 p.m.  There is an additional cost per hour for a Police officer.  Events must end by 11:00 p.m. without prior approval. Equipment (band, etc.) removal must be completed by 12:00 a.m.

Oklahoma Trails Big Rivers Building
Host your casual or formal function in this exquisite habitat, surrounded by fish, herps and mammals native to the State of Oklahoma.

  • Seating Capacity: 100 seats
  • Cocktail Capacity:  150 people
  • Availability: Evening only
  • Rental Fee: $850.00 plus catering costs (rental free includes Tram transportation down to Oklahoma Trails)

Jungle Gym Picnic Area
A shaded area for smaller picnics, includes picnic table seating. This area seats groups up to 90 people.

  • Seating Capacity: 90 seats
  • Availability: Daytime only (lighting not available)
  • Rental Fee: $75.00 plus catering costs

Devon Energy Roughneck Pavilion
This covered pavilion provides a sheltered area by the lake for picnics, weddings, and other special events. Picnic table seating is included with a minimum of 100 people required to reserve this area.

  • Seating Capacity: 500 seats
  • Availability:  Daytime and Evenings until 11 p.m.
  • Rental Fee: $250.00 plus catering costs
  • Table Removal Fee: $350.00 (Weddings only)

Devon Energy Wildcat Pavilion
This covered Pavilion provides a sheltered area.  Great for picnics and special occasions. A minimum of 100 people is required to reserve this area

  • Seating Capacity: 200 seats
  • Rental Fee: $150.00 plus catering costs

West Picnic Area
A shaded area for larger picnics is great for picnics and special occasions. A minimum of 100 people is required to reserve this area.

  • Seating Capacity (includes uncovered areas): 1,000 seats
  • Event Capacity: 2,000 people
  • Availability: Daytime only (lighting not available)
  • Rental Fee: $50.00 plus catering costs

 



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