If you’re looking to host a summer fete or event this year, and want to add something to enhance the experience for your guests, then why not try an animal experience? There are numerous ways to incorporate these stands into an event and even options for monetisation to help raise funds for crucial projects at your school. Here are some options.
Ticketed Handling Sessions
One of the easiest ways to fundraise with an animal experience at your event is to charge for a chance to handle an animal. Animal handling sessions can last an hour and include up to 30 participants (adults and children) at a time. At just £5 a ticket to these sessions, you could easily earn £150 at each handling session.
Photos with the Animals
People love to take a memory home with them, so why not offer paid photo opportunities with animals? You can get guests to choose between snakes, lizards, and more to give them an opportunity and then offer a photo for them to take home. Polaroid or printed pictures on-site can be a great way to earn a little from an animal experience and can be used alongside ticketed handling sessions or a general display option.
General Display with Handling Opportunities
Throughout the day, we can offer a general display where animals can be viewed by the public. Some of the animals might come out for supervised handling opportunities with the public, so people can see, and handle them. This creates a steady flow of interest and allows for a greater number of guests to be catered for.
FAQ Sessions with Animal Handlers
If you want to have a more interactive session, then you can have FAQ sessions for guests to attend. Animal handlers can give a short, prepared speech on a variety of topics such as conservation, responsible pet ownership, or some fascinating animal facts that can educate and engage audiences at the event. Then audience members can ask lots of questions.
VIP Sessions
Create VIP tickets where you get people to have a handling session for between 15-20 minutes during the day. These can be run alongside other options such as FAQ sessions, general displays, and photo opportunities.
Conclusion
Having DJL Exotics run an animal experience stall at your summer fête adds excitement, education, and interactive fun for all ages. Whether through ticketed sessions, photo opportunities, or engaging displays, animals can be a star attraction while also helping to raise funds. Get in touch today to make your event truly unforgettable with DJL Exotics! And don’t forget to connect with us on Facebook.
