Mobile Petting Zoo & Animal Experiences in Howe, TX
Bring the Barnyard to You
The Barnyard at 2R Ranch provides mobile petting zoos and unforgettable animal experiences throughout Howe, Texas and surrounding North Texas communities.
From backyard birthday parties and school events to weddings, festivals, churches, corporate gatherings and private celebrations, we bring the animals directly to your location.
No trip to a farm. No complicated setup. We bring the experience to you.
Mobile Animal Experiences in Howe, Texas
Looking for something your guests will actually remember?
The Barnyard at 2R Ranch specializes in interactive, photo-worthy animal experiences for events of all sizes throughout Howe and southern Grayson County.
Our experiences include:
Mobile Petting Zoos
Highland Cow Experiences
Beer Ponies
Beer Burros
The Highland Pour™
Honeymoon Hen™
Wedding Animal Experiences
Animal Photo Opportunities
Seasonal Animal Experiences
Our team transports the animals, sets up the experience and provides experienced handlers throughout your event so you can focus on enjoying your guests.
Mobile Petting Zoos in Howe
Our mobile petting zoos bring the farm directly to your event.
Guests can interact with a variety of friendly farm animals while our team remains onsite to supervise the experience.
Mobile petting zoos are perfect for:
Birthday parties
Schools and daycares
Church events
HOA celebrations
Festivals
Community events
Corporate family days
Grand openings
Holiday events
Private parties
Whether you're planning a backyard birthday or a larger community celebration, we'll help you choose an experience that fits your event.
Highland Cow Experiences in Howe
Bring one of the Barnyard's most photographed guests to your next event.
Our Highland cow experiences create an unforgettable photo opportunity for birthdays, weddings, corporate events, grand openings, seasonal celebrations and private events throughout Howe.
Guests can meet, interact with and take photos with one of our Highland cattle while an experienced handler remains onsite throughout the experience.
Wedding Animal Experiences in Howe
Give your wedding guests something they weren't expecting.
The Barnyard at 2R Ranch provides unique animal experiences for cocktail hours, receptions, wedding photos and guest entertainment throughout Howe and surrounding North Texas.
Popular wedding experiences include:
Highland Cow Appearances
Beer Ponies
Beer Burros
The Highland Pour™
Honeymoon Hen™
Miniature Equine Experiences
Wedding Photo Animals
Animal experiences are especially popular during cocktail hour, giving guests something memorable to enjoy while the wedding party takes photos.
Beer Ponies, Beer Burros & The Highland Pour™
Looking for a memorable addition to an adult event?
Our beverage-serving animal experiences are designed for weddings, corporate events, private parties, venues and special celebrations throughout Howe.
Miniature ponies, miniature donkeys and Highland cattle can be outfitted for specialty beverage-serving appearances while interacting with guests and posing for photos.
Alcohol is supplied and controlled by the host, venue, bartender, caterer or other appropriate provider. Our team remains responsible for handling the animals throughout the experience.
Birthday Party Petting Zoos in Howe
Skip the ordinary birthday entertainment and bring the barnyard right to your party.
Our mobile petting zoos can be set up at homes, backyards, neighborhood spaces and event venues throughout Howe.
Kids get a hands-on experience with friendly farm animals without parents having to transport an entire birthday party somewhere else.
We bring the animals.
We bring the setup.
We bring the handlers.
You enjoy the party.
School & Daycare Animal Experiences
Bring the farm directly to your students.
The Barnyard at 2R Ranch provides mobile animal experiences for schools, preschools and daycares throughout Howe and nearby communities.
Our experiences are great for:
Farm-themed learning units
School celebrations
End-of-year events
Fall festivals
Spring events
Field days
Preschool programs
Daycare celebrations
Instead of organizing transportation for an entire class, we'll bring the animals directly to your campus.
Festivals, Churches & Community Events
Planning a larger event in Howe?
Our mobile animal experiences are a popular attraction for festivals, churches, schools, businesses and community organizations.
We can help determine the best setup based on your estimated attendance, event length and available space.
The Barnyard can serve as a standalone attraction or become part of a larger event filled with activities.
Corporate Events & Grand Openings
Animal experiences aren't just for kids.
Highland cattle, miniature donkeys, miniature ponies and mobile petting zoos can create memorable interactions at:
Corporate events
Employee celebrations
Customer appreciation events
Grand openings
Brand activations
Company family days
Holiday celebrations
Private gatherings
They also create natural photo opportunities guests love sharing.
Why Choose The Barnyard at 2R Ranch?
Howe is one of The Barnyard at 2R Ranch's core Grayson County service areas.
With our home base near Denison, we serve families, schools, churches, businesses and event hosts throughout Howe with mobile animal experiences brought directly to their location.
We're not a venue you have to travel to.
We're a mobile animal experience company.
Our team brings the animals, necessary equipment and experienced handlers directly to your location and manages the animal portion of your event from setup through breakdown.
You get the experience of the barnyard without having to leave your event.
Serving Howe & Surrounding North Texas
The Barnyard at 2R Ranch proudly serves Howe and surrounding communities including Sherman, Van Alstyne, Gunter, Tom Bean, Anna, Bells and nearby North Texas areas.
Not sure if we travel to your location?
Send us your event address and we'll confirm availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you bring the animals to our location?
Yes. The Barnyard at 2R Ranch is completely mobile. We transport the animals and necessary equipment directly to your home, school, venue, business or event location.
What types of events do you attend in Howe?
We serve birthday parties, schools, daycares, churches, festivals, weddings, corporate events, HOA events, private parties, photo opportunities and community celebrations.
Do you offer pony rides?
No. Our miniature ponies are used for interactive appearances, photos and specialty event experiences rather than riding.
Can you bring a Highland cow to my event?
Yes. Highland cow experiences are available for birthdays, weddings, corporate events, celebrations, photo opportunities and many other event types.
Do you provide animals for weddings?
Yes. Wedding options can include Highland cattle, miniature ponies, miniature donkeys, Beer Ponies, Beer Burros, The Highland Pour™, Honeymoon Hen™ and other specialty animal experiences.
Can you accommodate larger events?
Yes. We regularly work with festivals, schools, churches, businesses and organizations hosting larger events. Include your estimated attendance when requesting a quote so we can recommend the best setup.
Do you provide the setup?
Yes. Our team brings the equipment needed for your selected animal experience and handles setup and breakdown.
How do I get a quote?
Send us your event date, location, estimated attendance and the animal experience you're interested in. We'll confirm availability and help you choose the best option.
Bring The Barnyard to Howe, Texas
Give your guests something they'll still be talking about after the event is over.
From children's birthday parties and mobile petting zoos to Highland cows, weddings and specialty animal experiences, The Barnyard at 2R Ranch brings unforgettable animal encounters directly to Howe, Texas.
Tell us a little about your event and we'll help you find the right experience.
