Riverbanks Zoo & Garden

500 Wildlife Parway, Columbia, SC
803-602-0900
Typically Responds within 24 hours
Capacity: 5,000 people

About Riverbanks Zoo & Garden

Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, located in Columbia and home to more than 2,000 magnificent animals, is considered one of South Carolina’s most unique venues to host a corporate or social event. Riverbanks offers unique venues that leave a lasting impression. While guests attend your event, they get to experience the beauty and excitement of the zoo's residents and plant life. Our spaces are versatile in style and appearance, with capacities ranging from 25 guests to 5,000. Catering is provided in-house by an event-specialist caterer and a portion of their proceeds are donated towards animal conservation.

Event Pricing

Children's Birthday Party Package
Attendees: 20-40 | $36 /person
Pricing for parties only
Picnic Packages
Attendees: 100-5000 | $41 - $44 /person
Pricing for parties only
Meeting Package
Attendees: 25-300 | $84 - $94 /person
Pricing for meetings only

Event Spaces

Magnolia Room
Magnolia Room
Ndoki Lodge
Ndoki Lodge
Park Buy-out
Park Buy-out
Safari Camp
Safari Camp
The ARCC
The ARCC
The Birdhouse
The Birdhouse
Tuskers
Tuskers

Recommendations

Great place for a wedding - An Eventective User from Chapin, SC

Beautiful venue with plenty of room. Food was very good. Bride & Groom are very pleased

Great Experience - An Eventective User from West Columbia, SC

I had a surprise 60th birthday party for my dad and it was amazing! The venue was beautiful, the event staff was super helpful and friendly, and the event planner, Kathleen, was an absolute dream to work with. It was expensive but the food was delicious and I couldn't have asked for a better experience for my out of town guests, especially those who had never been to the zoo before.

dream come true reception Awesome - An Eventective User from Lexington, SC

Working with McKenzie Roland at the zoo was the most pleasant and stress free situation. Mr, Roland is outstanding. The catering staff rocked and the food was to die for.. Riverbanks complete set up was perfect. I strongly recommend this venue to anyone who wants to have a perfect celebration. All of our guest were so impressed. God bless

Venue Types
Amenities
  • ADA/ACA Accessible
  • Full Bar/Lounge
  • Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • On-Site Catering Service
  • Outdoor Function Area
  • Wireless Internet/Wi-Fi
Features
  • Max Number of People for an Event: 5000
  • Number of Event/Function Spaces: 7
  • Year Renovated: 2015