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Events | 1 October 2025 - 24 October 2025

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.

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Baby boom at Belfast Zoo

News | 4 June 2025

Baby boom at Belfast Zoo

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

Dinosaur Day: Roar-some fun for all ages

Events | 9 August 2025

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

Events | 3 August 2025 - 28 September 2025

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

News | 22 July 2025

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.

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