Anderson’s newest little interaction is now open!
Ballyhoo Petting Zoo is a unique, hands-on interactive experience located in Anderson, SC. Our family farm is the perfect family-friendly educational entertainment for all ages!
Enjoy our safe, clean, outdoor facility and remember to social distance when visiting! Masks are not required as all activities are outdoors.
Hours:
Thursday – Saturday: 9 AM – 6 PM
Sunday: 1 PM – 6 PM
Monday – Wednesday: Closed
Admission:
Adults (+16): $9.00
Military, Senior (+65), Students: $8.00
Children (15-3): $7.00
Toddlers: Free
Children must be accompanied by an adult over the age of 18 at all times. Military, Senior, and Student discount available with valid ID.
Contat:
849 Norris Road, Anderson SC 29626
706-436-7249
ballyhoopettingzoo@gmail.com
@ballyhoopettingzoo
Join us for our first annual fall festival!
We have a jam-packed weekend planned to kick off the fall season at the farm! Join us on Saturday, October 2nd from 9 AM to 6 PM and Sunday, October 3rd from 1 PM – 6 PM. Select vendors will be presenting local artwork and we will have games, crafts, and activity booths set up throughout the farm!
Interactions & Activities
NEW! Dragon’s Den: Get up close and personal with our bearded dragons!
NEW! Patagonian Cavy Corner: Enter the enclosure with our Patagonian Cavys and help us give them some of their favorite snacks!
NEW! Prairie Dog Plains: Meet and feed our three little prairie dogs some of their favorite snacks, carrots!
Bunny Cuddles: Join us during this interaction time to cuddle some of our baby bunnies and take photos!
Giggling Baby Goats: Play with some of our bouncing baby goats!
Baby Piglet Palooza: This visitor favorite is back for a limited time with our seven new baby pot belly piglets!
NEW! Sheep & Goat Ribbon Roping: Sorry parents, this is just for the kids! In this farm version of flag football, children will need to retrieve the bandana colors from the sheep and goats (without tackling them)!
NEW! Chicken Race: Sorry parents, this is just for the kids! Pick two chickens and herd them from the start line to the finish line!
Scarecrow Scavenger Hunt: We have lots of scarecrows around the farm this time of year!
Pumpkin Painting Contest: Display your painted pumpkin at the farm! We will have contests for adults, kids, and toddlers.
Hay Day Maze: Navigate the hay bale maze! For kids 5 and under.
Festival & Yard Games: Available for All ages!
Frequently Asked Questions
Adults (+16): $9.00
Military, Senior (+65), Students: $8.00
Children (15-3): $7.00
Toddlers: Free
We are currently open Thursday-Saturday from 9 AM – 6PM and Sunday 1 PM – 6 PM.
No you do not have to purchase tickets in advance. We take cash and card at the door.
Yes we do have annual membership options! View Memberships here: https://www.ballyhoopettingzoo.com/tickets-memberships/
Most of animals are raised on the farm or donated through our animal rescue program. We currently have 48 animal rescues and counting. Our rescues vary from minor concerns to severe health issues that require ongoing treatment. We love all of our animals and make sure all rescues will be able to permanently stay at the farm or are 100% healthy before they will be eligible for adoption.
The farm is a 24 hour job. Animal welfare is our #1 priority and we spend a great deal of time and effort making sure our animals receive the highest quality care possible. We are a USDA accredited facility and take great pride in our Class C Exhibitor certification.
We typically go through about 4,800lbs of hay and 1,600 of grain every month feeding all of our animals. Each species has a specific diet and nutrition plan based on their heath needs, age, and weight.
We use Purina & Mazuri animal feed, supplements, and treats. All of our treats are hay-based and do not include excess sugars. This means it does not effect their natural diet and are completely safe for them to eat.
We designed the farm so pens were only accessible on one or two sides. Animals are not forced to interact with guests and can retreat to the back of their pens at any time. All of their shelters are also turned away from guests so they can rest in their barns or houses and not be bothered.
However, Our animals are extremely spoiled and love attention. This has not been a problem since we opened, even on the busiest days!
Animals + Interactions
We currently have 140+ animals with 14 species and 27 breeds. Our collection includes both domestic and exotics, and we are hoping to add more exotic species soon! All animals can be fed and petted while visiting the farm. Special interactions, including baby animal encounters, are available daily and are usually timed.
Our Animals:
Learn more about all of the furry friends at the farm! We have photos of the animals at the farm along with some fun facts and birthdays.
Rescue Program:
Rescues have become a huge part of our farm and we love each of our unique little animals. Learn more about our rescue program and how you can help!
Adopt an
Animal:
We have a few babies available for adoption that are the perfect edition to any family or hobby farm. All animals are checked by our veterinary before they are adopted. Click the link below to fill out the adoption application.
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Upcoming Events
We have a packed schedule this fall and are very excited about some of the events we have planned! Admission to the event is included with regular admission to the zoo. The regular farm interactions and activities will be available during the events as well. Additional activities, games, crafts from events may have a small fee.
Holiday Hours:
October 16 – CLOSED for a Private Event
Halloween Eve, October 30: 9 AM – 9 PM
Halloween, October 31: 9 AM – 9 PM
Veterans Day, November 11: 9 AM – 6 PM
Thanksgiving, November 25 – CLOSED
Christmas Eve, Friday, December 24 – CLOSED
Christmas Day, Friday, December 25 – CLOSED
October 2 & 3
