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Festivals and Events 

Bring the Magic of Animals to Your Festival with Chamberlin Pony Rides & Mobile Petting Zoo

Since 2000, Chamberlin has been a trusted provider of petting zoos and pony rides for festivals, fairs, and events of all sizes across Michigan and Ohio. Cities and communities throughout the region have relied on us to deliver fun, safe, and memorable live animal experiences that families love.

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Whether you’re planning a small community gathering or a large-scale city festival, we have the experience, resources, and USDA-licensed staff to make it unforgettable. Every event is unique, and we’re happy to provide references from many successful festivals we've supported over the years.

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Why Festival Organizers Choose Chamberlin:

✅ Over 25 years of experience working with events of all sizes
✅ USDA licensed & fully insured for your peace of mind
✅ Clean, friendly animals and a highly interactive, educational experience
✅ Professional staff dedicated to guest safety and engagement
✅ Cold-weather ready: Heated tents available for petting zoos under 40°F
✅ Unique Referral Program to save on future bookings
✅ Boost your attendance: We’ll promote your event to our 8,000+ local Facebook followers
✅ Proven success: We take pride in delivering events that keep families smiling

 
Let’s Make Your Next Festival a Hit!

Explore our website to learn more about our services. No event is too big or too small—if you're considering adding pony rides or a petting zoo to your next festival, Chamberlin is here to help make it a success.

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Complete Party Package

(1 Hour)

$485

*Additional travel fees may apply

Perfect for birthdays, school events, and festivals—everything you need for a fun-filled day!

Includes:

  • Bubble Machine (seasonal)

  • Lawn Game (like cornhole or horseshoes)

  • Party Music + Speaker

  • Tent for Animal Area (if needed)

Pony or Horse Rides

  • Choose a pony (20–120 lbs) or upgrade to a horse (up to 175 lbs) — $50/hr

  • Approx. 15–20 rides per hour

  • Decorations available on request

Complete Petting Zoo

  • Alpaca, Goats, Sheep, Ducks, Chickens, Bunnies

  • Plus a Calf, Mini Horse, or Donkey

  • 1 Attendant included

  • Limited feeding from outside the enclosure

  • Animal lineup may vary

Balloon Twisting

  • Fun designs like swords, dogs, and hats

  • Up to 20 balloons per hour

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Complete Petting Zoo
(1 Hour)
$435
*Additional travel fees may apply​

Bring the farm to your event with a hands-on animal experience! Perfect for birthdays, school visits, and community events.

Includes:

  • Compete Petting Zoo - Alpaca, Goats, Sheep, Ducks, Chickens, Bunnies, and ONE Calf, Mini Horse, or Donkey

  • Bubble Machine (seasonal)

  • Lawn Game (like cornhole or horseshoes)

  • Party Music + Speaker

  • Tent for Animals (as needed)

  • 1 Zoo Attendant

Feeding allowed with supervision, outside the enclosure. Animal lineup may vary.

Add-Ons & Specials:

  • Extra attendants: $50/hr (recommended for large events)

  • Weekday Special: Free Balloon Twisting (up to 20/hr)

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Upgrade to the Complete Party Package for just $50 more/hr — adds Pony Rides + Balloon Twisting!

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Jumbo Petting Zoo

(3 Hours)

$1,410

*Additional travel fees may apply

Perfect for large events, fairs, and festivals!

Our Jumbo Petting Zoo brings a full barnyard to your event with 40+ animals and a spacious, interactive setup that will entertain large crowds.

Included:

  • 30–35 larger animals: Mini Horse, Alpaca, Llama, Donkey, Goats, Sheep

  • 10+ small animals: Ducks, Chickens, Bunnies

  • 2 Friendly Attendants to guide and assist

  • Hand-Sanitizing Station for guest safety

  • 40’ x 40’ Setup Area required

Optional Add-On:

  • Grain for feeding – $100

Setup & Space Requirements:

  • Grassy area preferred—please notify us in advance if unavailable

  • Trailer access must be provided to back directly up to the enclosure for animal unloading

  • Minimum 40’ x 40’ space for setup

Feeding & Safety:

  • Feeding is supervised and limited for safety

  • Guests will feed animals from outside the enclosure unless otherwise permitted

  • At large events, access to the enclosure may be restricted to ensure a smooth and safe experience

Optional Add-On:

  • Need extra help?
    Add Chamberlin attendants for $50/hr—recommended for larger events

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MECHANICAL BULL
(3 Hour Minimum)
$950
*Additional travel fees may apply

Perfect for large festivals or company picnics!

Our All-Inclusive Bull Ride Package includes everything you need for a thrilling experience!

Included:

  • Generator (included)

  • Operator, Setup, Teardown, and Travel Fee

  • Western Decorations around the bull

  • Tent for shade and coverage

  • 3 Hours of Bull Ride – $900

Optional Add-On:

  • Additional hours for the bull: $100/hour

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Magical Pony Carousel Ring
 
(3 Hours)

$950

*Additional travel fees may apply

Perfect for large crowds, our pony rides offer fun, safe, and memorable experiences for festival-goers of all ages.

Includes:

  • 4–7 Pony Ring Rides (based on event size and client needs)

Note: Bubble machine, lawn games, and music are not included in this package.

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Optional Add-On:
Complete Petting Zoo – $450 (3 hours)
Includes: Alpaca, Calf or Donkey, Goats, Sheep, Ducks, Chickens, and Bunnies

Setup Requirements:

  • Grassy area preferred (please inform us if not available)

  • Minimum 20' x 20' flat surface for pony ring

  • Pony ring must be within 100 feet of trailer parking

Pony Details:

  • Variety of pony sizes for children 50–120 lbs

  • Upgrade to a Horse for larger riders (up to 175 lbs) — $50/hour per horse

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Large Exotic
& Farm Animal Event
(3 Hours)
$1810

** NEW FOR 2025!
*Additional travel fees may apply

Includes:

Approx. 40 animals – Farm and Exotic animals.   Combining a smaller version of our popular Jumbo petting zoo and Animal Safari.

This package is perfect for:

  • Large Festivals

  • Company Picnics

  • School Events

Also includes:

  • Hand-Sanitizing Station

Ultimate Carnival

(2-4 Hours)

$1185

*Additional travel fees may apply

Excellent Package for Over 25 Children

Perfect for birthdays, daycares, schools, family reunions, and more!

Includes:

  • Petting Zoo (1 hour) – 10 to 15 large and small farm animals

  • Horse or Pony Rides (1 hour)

  • Add an additional horse or pony for $100 each hour

Extras:

  • Red & White Carnival Tent (17 x 17)

  • Temporary Tattoo Art or Balloon Twisting (Face painting available for $100 additional)

  • Professional Clown (Ringleader) (2 hours)

  • 5 Carnival Games

  • Moonwalk (15 x 15)

  • 2 Food Machines – Choose from Popcorn, Cotton Candy, or Snow Cone

  • Tent for Animals

  • Bubble Machine

  • Hand-Sanitizing Station

  • Food to Feed Animals

Carnival Fun 

(2 hours)

$985

*Additional travel fees may apply

Includes:

  • Petting Zoo (10-12 animals) – Llamas, Alpacas, Cows, Sheep, Goats, Donkeys, Mules, Ducks, Chickens, and Bunnies

  • Horse or Pony Rides

  • Carnival Booth Area – 10 x 20 tent

  • Balloon Twisting

  • Ringmaster

  • Traditional Carnival Games – Ring toss, darts, bean bag toss, and more

  • Bubble Machine

  • Carnival Tent & Decorations

  • Hand-Sanitizing Station

  • Food to Feed Animals

*Each Additional Hour - $450

Country Carnival 

(2 hours)

$985

*Additional travel fees may apply

Includes:

  • Petting Zoo (10-12 animals) – A mix of large and small farm animals

  • Horse or Pony Rides (with cowboy-themed decorations)

  • Carnival Booth Area – 10 x 20 tent

  • Choice of Face Painting or Balloon Twisting

  • Cowboy Game Attendant

  • 6 Carnival Booths featuring 6 farm-themed carnival games

  • Professional Bubble Machine

  • Carnival Decorations

  • Hand-Sanitizing Station

  • Food to Feed Animals

A FEW OF OUR FAVORITES

Cham​berlin Pony Rides & Mobile Petting Zoo LLC

734-780-5800​

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