BIAZA's Love Your Zoo week is an annual event where zoos and aquariums celebrate and promote their important work in conservation, education and research.
From Monday 26 May to Sunday 1 June, we're celebrating this year's theme of 'Allies for Wildlife'. Throughout the week, we’ll bring you wild adventures, hands-on activities and exciting animal experiences the whole family will love. Whether you’re meeting our Zoo Mascots, exploring the Zoo Heroes Trail or getting up close with amazing animals, there’s something new to discover every day.
What’s on all week
- Zoo Heroes Trail - follow our self-guided trail and learn how different zoo animals are helping to save their species.
- Animal feeding times and talks - hear from our expert team and watch your favourite animals enjoy their meals.
- Competition time - get the chance to win a family pass. Keep an eye on our social channels to enter.
Daily highlights
Monday 26 May (Bank Holiday)
- Little Listeners Safari – a storytelling adventure for our youngest visitors.
- Sensory wildlife stations – get hands-on with animal artefacts at our sensory station.
- Zoo mascots – spot your favourite characters around the zoo.
- Animal talks – learn about some of our most endangered residents.
Wednesday 28 May
Belfast Zoo takes over BIAZA’s Instagram. Follow along as we share how we’re allies for wildlife behind the scenes. @Belastzoo / @officialbiaza
Saturday 31 May
- Animal meet and greet - meet some of our friendly education animals and learn about their wild cousins.
- Sensory wildlife stations and mascots return, plus more family fun throughout the day.
Sunday 1 June
- Bug builders club - join our club to create something wild to take home.
- More mascot appearances, touch tables and animal talks to close out the week.
Join the celebration online from 5 May
We’ll be sharing behind-the-scenes stories, conservation spotlights and ways you can be a wildlife ally. Follow us on social media to explore how we protect animals at the zoo and across the globe.
Normal admission applies. There is no additional cost for event activities. We recommend booking online.