Easter and Spring Petting Zoo Ideas in South Florida

By Prime Time Critters · Updated November 9, 2026 · 3 min read

Spring is the perfect season for a petting zoo. Bunnies, baby goats and fluffy chickens fit right in with Easter egg hunts, spring festivals and church celebrations, and South Florida’s spring weather is just about perfect for outdoor events.

Here are our favorite ideas for bringing a petting zoo to your Easter or spring event.

Why a petting zoo is perfect for Easter

Bunnies! Nothing says Easter like a chance to pet a real bunny.
Baby animals fit the season. Spring is all about new life, and kids love baby goats and fluffy mini chickens.
It keeps kids busy. The barnyard is a great activity before or after the egg hunt.
Beautiful photos. Families get spring photos they will want to frame.

Goats, chickens and ducks exploring the grass inside a petting zoo — Feathered friends are a springtime favorite.

Easter and spring event ideas

Egg hunt plus barnyard

Run the egg hunt in waves by age group. While one group hunts, the others visit the petting zoo. It keeps lines short and everyone busy.

Bunny photo corner

Set up a spring backdrop with flowers and pastel balloons near the barnyard so families can grab photos with the animals in the background.

Spring festival at church or school

Pair the petting zoo with face painting, a bake sale and a gem mining station for a full day of family fun.

Neighborhood Easter party

A petting zoo turns a simple HOA or block party into the event of the season. See our community event ideas for more tips.

Tortoise and a black and white bunny resting together in the grass — Bunnies steal the show every spring.

Book early for Easter weekend

Easter weekend and the weekends around it are some of our busiest days of the year. Since online booking opens up to 12 months ahead, the best way to get your preferred time is to reserve early. A $100 deposit holds your date.

Spring event checklist

Pick a shady, grassy spot for the barnyard (or add a tent for +$100)
Plan your egg hunt schedule by age group
Set up hand-washing or sanitizer near the snack table
Have baskets, bags and wipes ready
Plan a photo spot near the animals
Estimate your guest count: up to 75 is included, with small add-on fees for larger groups

Goats, a lamb and a pony relaxing together in a petting zoo pen — A spring barnyard full of friendly faces.

Pricing

A mobile petting zoo starts at $400 for one hour, and longer visits cost less per hour, from $700 for 2 hours to $1,000 for 3 hours. Every visit includes 15 to 20 friendly farm animals, a fenced barnyard, feed, brushes and a hand sanitizer station. See the full details in our petting zoo price guide.