With over 5 different venues for you to choose from, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens has the space to satisfy any kind of event. Say Yes to the Central Florida Zoo and live the most memorable day of your life with us. Enjoy the Wayne M. Densch Discovery Center featuring an outdoor courtyard, covered porch, two traditional classrooms and a large, flexible banquet hall—perfect for intimate ceremonies, fun receptions, and unique cocktail hours. Invite one of our animal friends over to say hi to your guests, and take beautiful pictures surrounded by our lush botanical gardens. Nestled in lush tropical foliage just half an hour north of downtown Orlando, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens boasts over 300 animals, a variety of gardens, an Insect Zoo and Reptile House, live animal encounters and many educational opportunities with something for everyone. The adventures are endless! (Zoo open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. I-4, exit 104 by the shores of Lake Monroe. Private Events not subject to those hours).