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Events | 21 June 2026

Father’s Day - Dads go free

Make memories with the special man in your life this Father’s Day at Belfast Zoo.

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Father’s Day - Dads go free

Events | 21 June 2026

Father’s Day - Dads go free

Make memories with the special man in your life this Father’s Day at Belfast Zoo.

Quiet hour at the Zoo

Events | 7 June 2026 - 2 August 2026

Quiet hour at the Zoo

We are proud to offer a more relaxed and sensory-friendly experience for visitors with sensory requirements.

Belfast Zoo Annual Photography Competition

Competitions | 1 June 2026 - 27 September 2026

Belfast Zoo Annual Photography Competition

The countdown is on - our annual Photography Competition is back for its 39th year and we’re inviting you to take part!

Dreamnight - private event

Events | 19 June 2026

Dreamnight - private event

Belfast Zoo is delighted to once again take part in Dreamnight. This is a private event.

Lord Mayor Visits Belfast Zoo

News | 20 April 2026

Lord Mayor Visits Belfast Zoo

Belfast Zoo was delighted to welcome the Lord Mayor of Belfast, Cllr Tracy Kelly, for a site visit on Thursday 16 April.

Thheiba and Fidda

News | 6 March 2026

Thheiba and Fidda

We’re sad to share the news that our two remaining Barbary lionesses at Belfast Zoo, Thheiba and Fidda, have passed peacefully.

Bring learning to life with our interactive education sessions

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