Enjoy Heartwarming Family Fun with Sunshine Ponies Petting Zoo and Parties
Create lasting memories with captivating, hands-on animal encounters and immersive educational experiences that delight guests of all ages. Whether you’re planning a birthday party, corporate event, or community celebration, our professional team delivers extraordinary experiences tailored to your vision. Backed by more than 20 years of expertise in pony rides, petting zoos, and event coordination, we handle every detail so you can enjoy a stress-free, unforgettable event.
Engaging Experiences at Sunshine Ponies and Petting Zoo
Pop Up Petting Experience
Step into the magic of our Pop-Up Petting Experience! Get up close and personal with our gentle ponies, playful goats, cuddly lambs, curious zebu cow, and sweet donkey—plus a few surprise guests! Your kids will delight in meeting and feeding these friendly farm animals while learning about their care in an engaging, hands-on setting. Want to bring the fun to you? Book your very own Magical Pop-Up Party, customized to fit your space, theme, and special requests—perfect for birthdays, festivals, or community events.
Spark curiosity and laughter with our hands-on animal programs created especially for young explorers! Kids can brush shimmering pony manes, discover fascinating animal facts, and experience what it’s really like to care for farm friends. Every visit is a playful learning adventure—full of giggles, gentle touches, and unforgettable memories with our lovable animals.
We love bringing families together! Check out our exciting events and programs that support local communities and promote animal welfare. Fun for everyone!
Cake and cupcake services
Celebrate life’s sweetest moments with our delicious range of specialty cakes, cupcakes, and bakery treats—each one made with care and creativity to make your occasion extra special. Whether you’re planning a wedding, engagement, birthday, or any joyful celebration, we’ll bake something beautiful that tastes just as wonderful as it looks. With over 25 years of baking experience, our family takes pride in using quality ingredients and time-tested recipes to create desserts that bring smiles and lasting memories. From classic favorites to custom designs, we’re here to make your big day even sweeter.
Special Occasions
Have a special occasion coming up? Want to celebrate with family or friends? We can create a meaningful adult celebration or family event with a memorial experience that everyone can share and remember.
Riding lessons
Wanting to learn to ride? No matter your age, experience, or current skill level, our knowledgeable staff are dedicated to creating a custom lesson plan tailored to your individual needs and goals. We offer lessons in every seat of riding and are truly passionate about helping each rider grow in confidence, improve their abilities, and achieve their riding goals along the way.
Discover the Joy of Learning with Sunshine Ponies and Petting Zoo
At Sunshine Ponies, fun and learning go hand in hoof—for kids and adults alike! The best part? Our delightful petting zoo comes right to you! We bring our friendly ponies, goats, and other adorable animals straight to your event, turning any party, milestone event, or special occasion into a hands-on adventure. Families of all ages can connect, laugh, and learn together—without ever leaving home!
We come to you throughout the year, whatever the event - Valentines, Easter, Cinco de Mayo, Halloween, Christmas, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Engagement Pictures, Save The Date, Weddings and more.
Michelle has been wrangling animals and kids alike for over 20 years. Her passion for critters shines brighter than the sun! When she's not making friends with our furry residents, you can find her training the new ponies or creating fun training programs.
Mystic is the mastermind behind our exciting family-friendly activities. With an air of unicorn mystery about him he ensures there’s never a dull moment at any Sunshine Ponies event!
Pixie keeps our events buzzing with enchantment and excitement! From attending official events to building connections with local families, she’s the heart of Sunshine Ponies. Always up for shenanigans, she believes that every visit should be a memorable adventure, all sprinkled with a little bit of Pixie Dust.
With a passion for exploration and a heart for fun, Waffles leads our adventures, ensuring every event is an unforgettable experience for families. He's an expert in bringing a smile to the face that everyone he meets.
Our event with Sunshine Ponies was unforgettable! My kids loved every moment spent with the animals, and they even learned a thing or two, so did the adults and Michelle made organizing the whole event so easy. Highly recommend.Debbie - Indiana
I can't believe how friendly and interactive the animals are! My son still talks about his cowboy pony party. We all left with big smiles and bright memories. Definitely our new favorite family-friendly go to party organizer.Heather - bloomington
Michelle always puts on a great event for our family gatherings, from the ponies to the phenomenal cakes she makes, her attention to detail is the difference between and good party and a great one.travis - plainfield
Sunshine Ponies isn’t just about feeding goats and petting cows; it’s a full-on, magical experience!Steve - indianapolis
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