Durham Lodge & Birthday House
Wedding venue in Omaha, Nebraska




About Durham Lodge & Birthday House
Durham Lodge & Birthday House is a private rental building at Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium, located near the Lied Jungle. It has a large private wraparound deck and a fireplace, and is offered for corporate retreats, small gatherings and birthday parties. Seated capacity is up to 45 guests. Daytime rentals include full-day Zoo admission for up to 45 guests, six-foot tables, cocktail tables and chairs, linens in the client's chosen color, restrooms in the venue, and a coat room with hangers in the entry way. Wi-Fi, a 65-inch TV with HDMI connection and a podium are available on request. Optional enhancements include custom digital graphics on the Zoo's main video board, an Ambassador Animals meet-and-greet and yard games. Food and beverage is provided by the Zoo's Catering Department. The building is also one of the daytime options in the Zoo's birthday party packages.
The facts
- Guests
- Up to 45 guests
- Price
- $1,000
- Pricing note
- Daytime venue rental listed at $1,000 on the Zoo's May 2025 daytime venue rental sheet; confirm current pricing with the events team. Birthday party packages with this venue as the daytime option are priced per package ($350 Classic, $500 Party Animal, $600 V.I.B.) and include venue rental, so these package totals are not recorded as rental fees.
- Setting
- Indoor & outdoor
- Last updated
- November 2026
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On the big wedding guides
- Not listed on Zola (checked November 2026)
How to reach Durham Lodge & Birthday House
- Website: omahazoo.com/private-events
- Phone: (402) 738-2088
- Address: 3701 S 10th St
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