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Sunday, August 16: 
• Franklin Park Zoo will be open for daytime guests. Due to events taking place outside the Zoo, traffic and parking restrictions will be in effect throughout Franklin Park. Circuit Drive will be closed, and barriers may be in place on some roadways. If you encounter a barrier, please identify yourself as a Zoo visitor. Parking will be available in the Zoo’s parking lots, though there may be periods when roads or parking areas are temporarily inaccessible. We strongly encourage the use of public transportation or rideshare when possible. 
• Franklin Park Zoo’s Boston Lights evening event will be closed on Sunday, August 16.
We appreciate your patience and understanding!

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Pine Knoll

Nestled under a forest canopy set apart from the Zoo, Pine Knoll offers a “glamp-site” for your special event. In this private event space, you can “get away from it all,” with the exception of a few curious giraffe neighbors keeping watch from the nearby Giraffe Savannah.

Location

Franklin Park Zoo, Outdoor/Tented

Capacity

Up to 240 seated

Availability

April through October for daytime and evening events

Rental Pricing

Contact us for venue pricing and available packages.

Admission Tickets

Admission tickets must be purchased for daytime events at a discounted rate of $15 for Adults, Children and Seniors (Children under 2 are free).

Members enter free with their membership card.

Includes

40 x 60 tent with tables and chairs

Suggested Event

Zoo members and non-profit groups receive 10% discount off of total venue price.
Giraffes can be seen on exhibit if it's at least 55 degrees and nice weather. If raining, the temperature cut-off is 65 degrees, and they stay inside their heated barn.