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Go Ahead and Do It: Sarasota Jungle Gardens

Sarasota Jungle Gardens started as a wild idea back in the 1930s, when a local newspaperman turned 10 acres of untamed land into what would become one of Florida’s most beloved places!


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Got a birthday coming up in the family? Skip the bounce house and take your party on a wild adventure at Sarasota Jungle Gardens! Home to more than 200 rescued and exotic animals, Jungle Gardens offers a one-of-a-kind way to celebrate a special day — from hand-feeding iconic pink flamingos to meeting macaws, reptiles and more, it’s an unforgettable experience for kids and grown-ups alike. Plus, with daily bird and reptile shows, jungle trails and even a beloved wooden train for the littlest explorers, there’s something magical around every leafy corner.

The birthday party package includes free admission for you and your guest of honor (along with two parents), reserved seating at the show with a special shoutout, up-close animal encounters, pizza, drinks, flamingo food for all and a souvenir t-shirt! Whether you’re planning for an animal-loving child or a curious-at-heart adult, Sarasota Jungle Gardens makes birthdays easy to plan and even easier to remember. Celebrate under the palms, surrounded by nature, laughter and a flamingo or two, because birthdays should be as wild and wonderful as the people you're celebrating.

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