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Events | 21 June 2026

Father’s Day - Dads go free

Make memories with the special man in your life this Father’s Day at Belfast Zoo.

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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.

Belfast Zoo mourns the loss of Tombe the Chimpanzee

News | 1 April 2025

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.

Pick up some roar-some gifts at Belfast Zoo

News | 14 November 2024

Pick up some roar-some gifts at Belfast Zoo

We've got plenty of ideas to help you find the perfect gift for the animal lover in your life. Choose from a junior keeper for a d...

We welcome a new baby Colobus Monkey

News | 17 October 2024

We welcome a new baby Colobus Monkey

We are delighted to announce the birth of an Eastern black and white colobus monkey. The new arrival was found by keepers on 17 Oc...

Death of Bora, the Malayan Sun Bear

News | 9 September 2024

Death of Bora, the Malayan Sun Bear

We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved Bora, the Malayan Sun Bear.

Three is the magic number

News | 22 August 2024

Three is the magic number

Belfast Zoo is thrilled with the birth of a Rothschild's giraffe on 13 August 2024.

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