News and events
Belfast Zoo reopens on Monday 24 August 2026
Belfast Zoo will reopen to visitors on Monday 24 August.
Zookeeper goes the distance for gorillas
Zookeeper goes the distance for gorillas
One of our dedicated zookeepers, Dan, has gone the extra mile to support gorilla conservation.
Belfast Zoo Photography Competition 2025 winners are announced
Belfast Zoo Photography Competition 2025 winners are announced
We’re thrilled to announce the winners in our annual Photography Competition for 2025.
Half-term fun for half the price
Half-term fun for half the price
Children, students and senior tickets are half-price during half-term in October.
Two-for-one weekends in November
Two-for-one weekends in November
Buy one ticket and get one free ticket with our special offer at weekends in November.
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.
Belfast Zoo mourns the loss of Tombe the Chimpanzee
Belfast Zoo mourns the loss of Tombe the Chimpanzee
We are saddened to share that Tombe, one of our male chimpanzees, passed away on 28 March 2025.