News and events

Due to Storm Amy and the forecast of increasing wind speeds, Belfast Zoo will be closed on Saturday 4 October 2025.

Join us this Halloween for a spook-tacular weekend of family fun on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October.

Are you aged 15 or over and thinking about a future working with animals, wildlife or conservation?

We’re offering one free senior entry (with a paying companion) from 1 to 24 October 2025.

After 37 years of dedicated service, Alyn Cairns officially retired from his role as Zoo Manager at Belfast Zoo on 30 June 2025.

Spring 2025 saw a burst of new life at Belfast Zoo and a powerful reminder of conservation in action.