PRESCOTT RENTALS FIELD GUIDE
Celebrate Beside the Animals: Anniversary Patio at Heritage Park Zoo
An intimate outdoor rental at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary for up to 25 guests, reserved in three-hour blocks — this guide explains what to expect and how to plan.
Celebrate Beside the Animals: Anniversary Patio at Heritage Park Zoo.
Set within Prescott’s Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary, the Anniversary Patio is an intimate outdoor event space that sits alongside enclosures for mountain lions, javelinas, deer and the nearby Tarantula Grotto. The venue packages include zoo admission and offer catering and food-truck options, letting you mark birthdays, weddings or corporate gatherings in an unmistakably wildlife-forward setting while supporting the zoo’s conservation work.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
An intimate patio framed by animal exhibits
The Anniversary Patio sits adjacent to the Tarantula Grotto and nearby enclosures for mountain lions, javelinas and deer, giving gatherings an immediate sense of place inside the zoo environment.
Packages that include admission and catering options
All party packages include zoo admission, and the zoo can accommodate outside rentals with catering or food trucks across multiple on-site venues — a practical option for birthdays, reunions or small weddings that want a wildlife backdrop.
Small gatherings with clear rules and deposits
Designed for smaller groups, rentals are limited to a set guest count, reserved in three-hour blocks, and require a signed Small Rentals Agreement and a non-refundable 50% deposit; certain items and activities are prohibited to protect animals and visitors.
What the day feels like
What the Anniversary Patio experience feels like
Arrive at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary and step into a compact outdoor room where guests circulate between picnic benches and nearby viewing areas. The space is held for three hours, includes zoo admission for attendees, and can be fitted with catered service or visiting food trucks — all within the operational rules of the zoo and with proceeds supporting wildlife conservation.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits — and who it doesn’t.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Spaces are reserved in three-hour blocks.
Guests may bring food and non-alcoholic beverages; several picnic benches are available for use if not reserved. Do not bring balloons or straws.
Meet at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary for your reservation and check-in.
A signed Small Rentals Agreement and a non-refundable 50% deposit are required; guests over the maximum capacity are charged regular admission on the day, and BBQs are not permitted.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I reserve the Anniversary Patio?
Reservations are held for three hours.
Where do I meet for my reservation?
Reservations meet at Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary.
Does the rental include zoo admission?
All party packages include admission to the zoo for attendees.
Can I bring balloons, straws or use a BBQ?
No — balloons, straws and BBQs are not allowed in the park.
Is catering or food service allowed?
Yes — the zoo can host outside rentals with catering and food trucks at multiple venues on site.
What is the deposit and cancellation policy?
A non-refundable 50% deposit is required to secure the rental.
What happens if more guests arrive than the maximum?
Guests above the maximum capacity are charged the regular admission price on the day of your visit.