Mayker Events
322 Madison St STE 201, Nashville, TN 37208
Zoos & Botanical Gardens in Nashville, Tennessee
We list 18 zoos & botanical gardens in Nashville ready to host your next corporate event. Each is verified with photos, capacity, and reviews. Submit a single quote request to hear back from up to 3 venues in 24 hours.
Elk Creek Tents & Events
2802 Bransford Ave, Nashville, TN 37204
A Taste of the Wild Catering
3777 Nolensville Rd, Nashville, TN 37211
The Hive on the Hollow
1948 Burke Hollow Rd, Nolensville, TN 37135
Wills Perennial Garden
1200 Forrest Park Dr, Nashville, TN 37205
Bradford Roberston Color Garden
1200 Forrest Park Dr, Nashville, TN 37205
The Labyrinth at Scarritt Bennett Center
1000 19th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37212
Hermitage Arboretum
4580 Rachels Ln, Hermitage, TN 37076
EventWorks Rentals
3300 Briley Park Blvd S Suite 3308, Nashville, TN 37207
Nashville Music Garden
400-498 Demonbreun St, Nashville, TN 37201
Lucky Ladd Farms - Farm Park & Zoo
4306 Rocky Glade Rd, Eagleville, TN 37060
Huge fun park featuring a petting zoo with over 100 animals, play areas & seasonal activities.
Curated Events - North Nashville Showroom
444 Brick Church Park Dr, Nashville, TN 37207
Expedition Peru: Trek of the Andean Bear
3777 Nolensville Pk, Nashville, TN 37211
Blevins Japanese Garden
1200 Forrest Park Dr, Nashville, TN 37205
Art Pancake's Party & Wedding Rentals
392 Haywood Ln, Nashville, TN 37211
Sunken Garden
Nashville, TN 37203
Centennial Art Center Courtyard and Herb Garden
301 25th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203
Wild Works Animal Show Amphitheater
3777 Nolensville Pk, Nashville, TN 37211
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Meeting-planner FAQs for Nashville
Common questions for booking corporate events in Nashville, Tennessee.
What's the typical capacity range for zoos & botanical gardens in Nashville?
One of the 18 zoos & botanical gardens on this page publishes room capacities: its largest room seats 42. Capacity also depends on layout — theater seating fits more than banquet rounds, and a room's largest number is its tightest one. Specify your guest count and event format in your quote and we'll surface the right matches.
Are catering and AV included in zoos & botanical gardens quotes?
It varies. Some Nashville zoos & botanical gardens bundle in-house catering, AV, and event staff into the rental. Others operate venue-only and let you bring preferred vendors. Each listing notes its model when claimed; for un-claimed listings, ask in your quote and venues will detail what's included.
What do zoos & botanical gardens in Nashville cost?
We don't print one. Not one of the 18 zoos & botanical gardens on this page publishes a rate to us, so any figure here would be invented. Venue pricing moves with the date, the day of the week, the headcount, and whether the room carries a food-and-beverage minimum, so the only real number is the one the venue quotes you. Send your date and guest count and up to 3 Nashville venues reply with theirs.
Can I get parking, AV, accessibility, and other logistics info upfront?
Yes — these are standard items in any Nashville venue quote. When you submit a quote request, mention any specific needs (wheelchair access, AV requirements, parking for X guests, valet, etc.) and venues will address each in their response.
What's the cancellation policy for zoos & botanical gardens in Nashville?
Each venue sets its own, and we hold no contract terms for any of the zoos & botanical gardens on this page, so there is no deposit or refund figure for us to quote. Ask the venue in writing for the deposit amount, the payment schedule, and what is refundable at each point before your date, and get all three before you sign.
Do Nashville zoos & botanical gardens accommodate hybrid (in-person + virtual) events?
Most modern Nashville zoos & botanical gardens support hybrid setups with built-in livestreaming, dedicated bandwidth, and AV teams. If hybrid is essential to your event, mention it in your quote — venues will confirm AV capacity, bandwidth, and any related tech fees.
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