Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

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What a brilliant idea!

Nothing says the holidays like Zoolights at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium. Dazzle your guests with our brilliant holiday light displays and our exceptional holiday menus.

Enjoy a private venue, professional catering services and of course, Zoolights just outside your door!

Available Venues

The Education Banquet Center
Decorated for the holidays
Capacity: 20-300 guests
Available daytime and evening hours
Rental fee: one room - $400 /  two rooms combined - $800 / entire building - $1,000 
Discounted Zoolights admission fee is separate.

North Pacific Aquarium
Capacity: 150 guests
Available 5 p.m.- 9 p.m. only
Rental fee: $1,000
Discounted Zoolights admission fee is separate

Zoolights Catered Event Admission: $6.50 per person* (discount fee for catered events only) *Price includes 5% City of Tacoma admissions tax.

 Accommodations

• Full-service catering and bar
• Experienced event planner dedicated to your holiday event
• Priority parking
• Discounted admission and express entry to Zoolights
• Private banquet facilities for intimate family gatherings or large company celebrations (accommodating up to 300)