Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $12,000

Guest capacity

Up to 250 seated guests

About this venue

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, located in Powell, Ohio, is an exceptional wedding venue catering to couples in the Greater Columbus area. Just 20 minutes northwest of downtown Columbus and situated on the Scioto River, this venue offers a unique and memorable setting for your special day. Host an unforgettable event with family and friends at one of the nation's top zoos.

Seated guest capacity

  • 250

Venue type

  • Aquariums, Zoos

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
4850 Powell Rd, Powell, OH 43065

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Africa Event Center

Overlooking our breathtaking and award-winning Heart of Africa region, the Africa Event Center offers the most unique event space in Central Ohio.

Situated in the Heart of Africa region, this venue is removed from the public and comes with its own private parking lot. The Africa Event Center offers the option for both ceremony ($500 fee) and reception to be hosted on site, has an outdoor private viewing deck and is climate controlled. This location does include a bridal suite during the rental time.

Guest capacity

85-250 Seated

Up to 300 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Farewell brunch

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

Private Parking Lot Views of the Africa Savanna Chandeliers Accordion Styled Doors Bridal Suite Mahogany Chivari Chairs Guest Tables/Wedding Party Tables/Cocktail Tables

Room cost

$4,650

Available services that can be provided by Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event rentals
  • Event staff
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wedding cake services
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Reviews

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  • Wedding of my dreams

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    •Shannon De L.•Jun 20, 2024

    When we toured the venue, this location was so beautiful and checked off every box for us, but what really sold us was the staff and Kaylie, our wedding day coordinator, who were all so helpful in making our big day a reality. They have some amazing vendors that frequent and already have a great relationship with the zoo that made the day run with ease, and to top it all off have animals and a giraffe feeding during cocktail hour was a hit. So many of our guests made a point to mention how great of a time they had, some saying it was the most fun wedding they had ever been to. Thank you so much to the Columbus Zoo events crew for memories of a lifetime.

  • Columbus Zoo Wedding!!

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    •Hinton A.•Jun 17, 2024

    We cannot give enough stars for the overall experience! The coordinator and staff made us feel truly valued and cared for. They helped curate a day that will be remembered by us and so many of our guests. Getting married at the zoo is absolutely the most amazing experience!

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