Host your next unforgettable corporate outing, birthday party, graduation celebration, or special event at Oakland Zoo's Snow Building, one of the Bay Area's most unique event venues.
Snow Building
• Capacity: Up to 150 seated or 200 standing for a mix & mingle-style event
• Included: 60" Round Tables, Wooden Padded Chairs
• Scenery: Panoramic Bay views and a spacious private patio
We also offer the option to pre-purchase Zoo admission for your guests—perfect for creating a unique and unforgettable experience!
Rental rates for the Snow Building start at:
$2,500 on weekdays
$3,000 on weekends
This includes up to 6 hours, and additional time can be added at $300/hour. The venue is available to rent from 8am–12am, giving you plenty of flexibility for early or late events.
We’re proud to offer full-service catering exclusively through SSA Group, which includes setup, breakdown, servers, bar service, rental coordination, and more. We're also happy to accommodate custom requests—just let us know your vision! We do not allow outside catering.
If you'd like to schedule a venue tour during the week (Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm), just let me know a time that works best for you. I'm happy to walk you through everything in person!
Looking forward to helping you plan this special event.