News and events
Celebrate Positive Ageing Month with free tickets for seniors
We’re offering one free senior entry (with a paying companion) from 1 to 24 October 2025.
Baby boom at Belfast Zoo
Baby boom at Belfast Zoo
Spring 2025 saw a burst of new life at Belfast Zoo and a powerful reminder of conservation in action.
Belfast Zoo Annual Photography Competition
Belfast Zoo Annual Photography Competition
Belfast Zoo's annual competition is open to amateur and professional photographers.
Celebrate Positive Ageing Month with free tickets for seniors
Celebrate Positive Ageing Month with free tickets for seniors
We’re offering one free senior entry (with a paying companion) from 1 to 24 October 2025.
Dinosaur Day: Roar-some fun for all ages
Dinosaur Day: Roar-some fun for all ages
Step back in time and go wild for dinosaurs at Dino Day on Saturday 9 August.
Quiet Hours and Autism Friendly Afternoons
Quiet Hours and Autism Friendly Afternoons
We are excited to offer a more relaxed and sensory-friendly experience for visitors with sensory requirements.
Farewell to Zoo Manager Alyn Cairns after 37 years of service
Farewell to Zoo Manager Alyn Cairns after 37 years of service
After 37 years of dedicated service, Alyn Cairns officially retired from his role as Zoo Manager at Belfast Zoo on 30 June 2025.