Private Events - Birthday Parties
Due to unforeseen impacts of COVID-19, please note the following: For inquiries concerning future events held in the Tea Room, Cajun Ballroom, Zoo Picnic Pavilion, and Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, contact specialevents@auduboninstitute.org or call us at 504-233-7241. Permits to gather in Audubon Park or on the Riverview are being sold now for gatherings (within City guidelines). Gatherings have been limited to 49 guests. Today the City is in a restricted phase and only gatherings of up to 8 people from the same household can gather. Please email bcs@auduboninstitute.org or leave a voicemail at 504-212-5301. Currently, Shelters are not being rented. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
EVENTS
BIRTHDAY PARTIES, PARK PERMITS, SHELTERS
Five great places to host a fun and unique birthday party:
- The private party room at Audubon Aquarium of the Americas offers a porthole window looking into the Gulf of Mexico exhibit.
- Audubon Zoo offers charming, private birthday party rooms near the Gottesman Family Endangered Species Carousel.
- Bring the kids to Cool Zoo for a wild and wet party. Available only when Cool Zoo/Gator Run is open for the season.
- Host a nature-themed birthday party at Audubon Louisiana Nature Center for your little outdoor enthusiast.

Birthday Parties

Aquarium
Aquarium
The private birthday party room at Audubon Aquarium of the Americas is a beautiful space with a porthole that looks into the Gulf of Mexico exhibit. Sharks and stingrays swim by to say "Happy Birthday"!

Zoo
Zoo
Private birthday party rooms near the Swamp Train Depot and the Gottesman Family Endangered Species Carousel offer charming spaces to celebrate your little one and their special moments.

Nature Center
Nature Center
Go wild with a nature themed birthday party and a unique opportunity where kids can enjoy the great outdoors!

Cool Zoo
Cool Zoo
Looking for a great way to host a summer birthday party? Bring the kids to Cool Zoo for a wild and wet party full of fun.