Indoors or out, wildlife or humans – whatever your meeting needs are, the Zoo has a location that will work for you!

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Contact 412-365-2536 or rentals@pittsburghzoo.org to plan your next meeting.

Lecture Hall

Located in the Education Complex, this comfortable, carpeted meeting room is the perfect setting for most any event. This is a relaxing place to gather before or after a journey through the Zoo.

The Lecture Hall can accommodate up to 120 seated guests or 250 guests in a cocktail or theater style setting and is available for rental year-round. The rental rate is $750 for a 4-hour rental between 11 a.m. through 4 p.m. and includes the use of a podium, large projector, screen, and sound system. Discounted group admission rates apply to this rental facility.

All groups are required to use the Zoo’s exclusive caterer (Taste) for all food & beverage needs.

Water’s Edge MEETING ROOM

With a window offering a private view of the polar bears, the Water’s Edge Meeting Room is ideal for creative brainstorming sessions or just a refreshing way to take your next meeting out of the office.

The Water’s Edge Meeting Room can accommodate up to 40 seated guests and is available for year-round rental. The rental rate is $100 per hour with a minimum of 2 hours. Discounted group admission rates apply to this rental and will be coordinated by the Private Events Department.

All groups are required to use the Zoo’s exclusive caterer (Taste) for all food & beverage needs. 

All animal exhibits close at dusk. For private event rental reservations, please call 412-365-2536.