Your kids or grandkids will squeal with excitement learning which animals eat bugs, worms, and crickets-oh my! Enjoy up-close encounters with zoo animals who love the bugs! Begin your adventure in the Zoo's Education Center or Picnic Shelter where your group will learn all about some of the Zoo's insect-loving animals. Then head to the Diet Kitchen to see how the animal's diets are made. Plus you'll "go buggy" when you have the chance to sample some insect delicacies from around the world (along with tasty "for humans" breakfast options). Up to 8 people.

Host an unforgettable after-hours party at the Fortress of the Bears exhibit. Eight people will enjoy hors d'oeuvres while watching Kodiak and Katmai splash in their pond. Your group also will receive a behind-the-scenes look at the exhibit and see a Brown Bear training demonstration up close! Up to 8 people.

Come explore our Rare Rhinos of Africa exhibit to see a behind-the-scenes glimpse of where our Rhinos live, have an interactive zookeeper chat, and feed one of our Black Rhinos! Up to 6 people.

Bid to win the ability to name GPZ's Bongo baby!

The artists at your Great Plains Zoo range in size! Come watch an Eastern Black Rhino create a painted masterpiece just for you! All you have to do is select your colors and then sit back and relax as the magic happens!

Up to 4 people.

Enjoy a zookeeper chat as you get to know our Galapagos and African Spurred Tortoises. With guidance from staff, you'll even get to feed these slow giants. Up to 8 people.
(Can only be redeemed during the summer)

You and your guests will get to enjoy the zoo in a new light...or a little less light that is! Experience an after-hours tour of the zoo, a personal animal encounter with one of our very own ambassador animals, and a pizza dinner in the plaza.

*Up to 8 people. Appropriate for ages 4+

Come enjoy the most important meal of the day at the Great Plains Zoo while the animals wake up! Once you and your guests have had enough to eat, join one of our educators for a personal tour throughout the zoo.

Up to 8 people.

A two-hour guided bird walk with GPZ's 'bird nerd', Leigh! You can admire the birds in and around the Zoo or in any location in Sioux Falls. We will help hone your birding skills and enter your data for citizen science! This can be part of a special birding day or another day of your choosing!
*Early mornings are ideal for this package. Up to 6 people.

Enjoy a Zoo-themed movie evening at the Zoo! You and up to 9 friends can enjoy an evening of fun, laughs, movies, and snacks at your GPZoo in this fun-filled pajama party in our Education Center! Meet (2) animal ambassadors before getting your snacks together and enjoying the film! Don't forget your sleeping bags!

Get to know our three Reticulated Giraffes: Olivia Dee, Solstice, and Chioke! Enjoy a private feeding session while learning about this amazing species from one of our experts.

Up to 4 people.

This cooler, donated by Coca-Cola, is perfect for any game room, office, or movie room! Equipped with movable shelves and fast cooling power, this cooler is sure to be an asset for all of your future gatherings!

Spend an evening at the Sutton Bay Lodge, just 300 feet above Lake Oahe. Enjoy two rounds of golf at the Sutton Bay Golf Course, one of only a handful of golf courses in North America that replicates a genuine inlands link golf course. Package includes all meals and beverages and a fantastic view for your party of four!

Come to the Butterfly House & Aquarium for a special 'Meet & Greet' of our brand new yellow rays and short tail nurse shark pups! Be the first to view the rays and sharks when their new "Under the Dock" habitat is complete. Up to 5 people will have the opportunity to toss food in for our newest residents, watch a training session with our staff, and get the chance to see what shark skin feels like! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that will NOT be made available to the public.

This package also comes with two tickets to BHA's Wings and Waves Gala.

*Note: If you have a shellfish allergy or allergies to any type of fish/seafood, you will be unable to participate in scattering food for our animals.

Enjoy a 1-night stay in a deluxe room, $100 to Ruthie's steakhouse, and 2 rounds of gold with a cart!

This package will get you going! Enjoy a variety pack from The Great Outdoors Store: Endurance socks, a mini backpack, two Patagonia mugs, and a sticker pack along with a $50 Scheels Gift Card, (3) 30-minute passes at Sky Zone, and (3) 1-hour passes to 605 Ninja's gym (ages 6+).

Enjoy (4) 1 Large Signature Pizza & Cookie Dough certificates from Papa Murphy's and an awesome t-shirt from Severance Brewing Co., along with a certificate for 4 free Crowlers. That's 4 nights of pizza and beer, totally covered!

*All 4 25.4 oz Crowlers must be purchased together in the taproom only. Not available for online purchase.

You'll be everyone's best friend at the office with this pack! Enjoy two pounds of fresh-roasted coffee from Dunn Brothers (1 pound Colombian, 1 pound Guatemalan), (2) $5 gift certificates to Dunn Brothers, and a certificate for one free Centsational Sub Tray from Goodcents Deli Fresh Subs!
*A Centsational Sub Tray is five whole subs cut into 4" pieces, for 20 in total.

The winner of this package gets to start their day with a ride to school within the Sioux Falls city limits in a Sioux Falls Fire Rescue Truck.

*Ride must be scheduled and taken before the end of the 2022-2023 school year.

Grab your four-legged friend and enjoy a walk with Mayor Paul TenHaken! Get the chance to discuss items of interest with the Mayor while enjoying a beautiful walk with your favorite furry friend.

*Must coordinate with the Mayor's schedule.

Pizza and football-- that's the heart of the Midwest! Enjoy (1) Large Signature Pizza & cookie dough certificate from Papa Murphy's before heading off to the big game with (4) tickets to a 2022 Fall SDSU Jackrabbits football game!

*Certificate may be redeem by calling the ticket office at least two days prior to the athletic event. Certificate may not be redeemed the day of the event and can be used for non-premium dates.

Bring the magic of the GPZ ZooMobile right to your child's school or daycare! The child will get to participate in a special way during the program.
*For ages 3+

Come see what it takes to keep the animals at GPZ happy and healthy! Join up with GPZ's veterinary team for a behind-the-scenes tour of the vet building, and a demonstration of veterinary care (often hoof trims or laser treatment).

*This package must be booked in advance around scheduled animal procedures.

Enjoy bringing the zoo to school with a ZooMobile visit for up to 400 children at a school assembly or gathering.
*For Kindergarten classes and up

Enjoy a pleasant afternoon at the Country Club of Sioux Falls, where 4 players can enjoy (1) round of golf.

From the dot collection stunning Hammered Station Necklace handcrafted in Bali. Features signature handwoven sterling chain with round stations of hammered 18k bonded yellow gold and sterling silver elements.

This package is full of everything you need to pamper yourself! Enjoy a basket of dental items such as an Oral B electric toothbrush, floss, mouthwash, chapstick and future savings with some dental discounts from our friends at Neighborhood Dental and then pamper yourself with fun items from Amazing Lash Studio, including a makeup bag, eyelash glasses, and a gift card for a full set of extensions!

Nothing beats a glass of Kentucky Straight Bourbon-- enjoy this Elijah Craig 18-year Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and a set of 4 Old Fashioned glasses.

This is your started pack to getting moving! Enjoy (3) one-hour passes to 605 Ninja's gym (ages 6+), (3) 30-minute passes to Sky Zone, and 3 months of Taekwondo and a free training shirt from Tiger Rock Academy.
*Shirt can be exchanged for the size needed.

Splish splash all year long with a Midco Aquatic Center Annual Family Pass-- and don't forget to use your $50 Scheel's gift card for anything you might need to get your swim on before you go!

This is the ultimate Sanford International Package for the golfer in your life! The package comes with (4) Good Any Day tickets, (2) Sanford International hats, (1) Steve Stricker Bobble Head, (1) hardcover commemorative book, (1) signed pin flag, and a wooden keepsake box signed by 2021 Sanford International winner, Darren Clarke.

*Must call to redeem by September 1.

Enjoy the Thomas Rhett concert on October 1, 2022 at the Denny Sanford Premier Center in style with (2) club seats (Section 104, Row L, Seats 1&2) as well as a $50 gift card to the Premier Center.

Club seats have access to the Premier Club as well as in-seat wait service so you don't have to miss a minute of the excitement!

Take part in every Rhino's favorite day...Spa Day! Prepare to get dirty as you help a Zookeeper give one of our Black Rhinos a mud bath. They aren't the only ones getting pampered, we will send you home with a kit to do your own beauty treatment!

*Up to 4 people. This is a great winter opportunity.

If you want to learn more about the innerworkings of your GPZ, there's no better source than the Zoo's CEO, Becky Dewitz! Enjoy a short tour where Becky shows you one or more of her favorite animals at the zoo, then head over to the ROAR Café to enjoy a chef-crafted lunch!

*This is a walking tour of the zoo, however, please let us know when booking if you need any mobility assistance and we can accommodate.

This beautiful turtle pendant necklace is the perfect gift for that special someone in your life.

This pendant displays a beautiful elephant on a silver chain.

This owl pendant necklace is a wise choice for anyone.

Hang out with our two-toed sloth in our Sloth Encounter Program! Meet and speak with our sloth keepers for Sloth 101! Participants will be able to get face-to-face hands-on experience, so bring your camera for unforgettable moments!

*This tour is appropriate for ages 5+. A minimum of 2 and maximum of 8 guests can enjoy this experience. This tour lasts approximately 30 minutes. You can also enjoy he rest of Bramble Park Zoo in Watertown after your scheduled session.

Start your yoga journey with a beginner Gaiam Yoga kit (mat, block and strap) just for you. Then get together with up to nine of your friends for a private yoga practice lead by RYT Jill Fries at GPZ.

*Up to 10 people. Includes zoo admission for the day for all participants.

Are you ready to wine down?Enjoy a 45 minute Yoga restore and meditative SUP class in the calm waters of the downtown EmBe pool. This yoga practice is done on a fitness paddle board on top of the water. Be prepared to let go of your day and feel the calm of the water take you away. No experience necessary. After enjoying this relaxing class the group will head to the zoo for a private wine tasting provided by GoodSpirits Fine Wine and Liquor. Here you will enjoy a sampling of wines picked by owner Heather Taylor. A keepsake charcuterie board by The Long Barn will have plenty of treats to satisfy your group.

*This package is up to six people and must be used by May 31, 2023.

Enjoy 3 months of free dance (any form of winner's choice) from Ballaraena Dance, (2) $50 gift cards to Athleta, and a $35 gift card to AR Workshop in this package of fun!