The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore

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Raw space venue

The venue will provide just the space. You’ll bring in your own caterer and vendors.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $4,000 for off-peak dates, and $5,000 for peak dates

Guest capacity

Up to 180 seated guests

About this venue

The Maryland Zoo offers both indoor and outdoor spaces for a wild and magical wedding. From the rehearsal dinner to the ceremony to the reception, we offer everything you need to start planning your wedding. Plus, the chance to have some special animal guests RSVP! We proudly welcome members of the LGBTQ+ community and aim to make all of our clients' dreams come true.

Seated guest capacity

1-180

Venue type

Aquariums, Zoos
Historic Estates, Mansions

Venue setting

Indoor
Outdoor

1876 Mansion House Dr, Baltimore, MD 21217

Our event spaces

Penguin Coast and Education Center

Looking for a unique space to begin your forever?

Penguin Coast offers a unique setting for ceremonies, while the Penguin Education Center is available for elopements and small receptions. This state-of-the-art exhibit features stunning underwater viewing and the best-dressed guests around—penguins! With both indoor and outdoor habitat spaces, this venue provides plenty of room to celebrate your special day in a truly unforgettable way.

Guest capacity

80-150 Seated

Up to 120 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

- Up to 150 padded chairs - Transport for couple to ceremony and reception space

Room cost

Starting at $1,200

Lion Promenade

Get Married Alongside the Pride

Lion Promenade is a beautiful habitat tucked in the heart of African Journey. The overlook is the perfect backdrop for your wedding ceremony and the floor-to-ceiling glass windows provide an amazing view of your special feline guests!

Guest capacity

Up to 150 Seated

Up to 150 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Surprised and delighted”

Included in this room:

- Up to 150 padded chairs - Transportation for couple to ceremony and reception space

Room cost

Starting at $1,200

Lakeside Pavilion

A serene setting.

The Lakeside Pavilion offers a stunning and tiered outdoor space with a waterfront view complete with a fountain. Ideal for those who would like a wedding ceremony close to nature, this intimate setting on Boat Lake is the perfect backdrop for your special day.

Guest capacity

55-180 Seated

Up to 180 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

- Up to 180 padded chairs - Transport for couple to ceremony and reception space

Room cost

Starting at $1,200

Mansion House Porch

A truly stylish setting for special occasions.

Large windows on all sides of the elegant, wrap-around porch overlook Druid Hill Park and the older tree areas of the Zoo. While the historic nature of the building adds a notable charm to the space, the individually controlled chandeliers allow for smooth transitions to set any mood, and the air-conditioning for a distinguished setting with modern comfort.

Guest capacity

Up to 180 Seated

Up to 250 Standing

Square footage

5,865

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Wedding reception

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

- Up to 180 padded chairs - 20 round 60” tables - 8 cocktail tables - 14 banquet tables - 2 round 48” tables

Room cost

Starting at $2,600