Skip to main content

News and events


News | 30 January 2024

François Langur family welcomes two new babies at Belfast Zoo

Belfast Zoo is overjoyed at the birth of two babies in our resident François’ Langur family group.

Read full story
Toggle filters
Visit the zoo this half-term to enter our prize draw

News | 3 February 2023

Visit the zoo this half-term to enter our prize draw

You and your flock could win a fantastic prize if you book online and visit the zoo this half-term.

Lucky number seven – Castle Ward is our seventh release site for red squirrels!

News | 23 January 2023

Lucky number seven – Castle Ward is our seventh release site for red squirrels!

Four red squirrels, which were bred at the zoo, have been successfully introduced into the Castle Ward estate in an effort to esta...

Happy Zoo Year! Kids go free this January

News | 3 January 2023

Happy Zoo Year! Kids go free this January

Kick off the new year with our fantastic offer! In January, you’ll get a free child ticket with every adult ticket you buy.

Christmas gifts don’t have to be a jumbo task this year

News | 5 December 2022

Christmas gifts don’t have to be a jumbo task this year

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...

Feel festive at Belfast Zoo’s Wildlife Wonderland

News | 28 November 2022

Feel festive at Belfast Zoo’s Wildlife Wonderland

Over two weekends in December, visitors will notice a touch of magic in the air at Belfast Zoo as we get into the festive spirit f...

Winner of C2K competition announced

News | 18 November 2022

Winner of C2K competition announced

The winning ape-tastic enrichment for Hilo the Moloch gibbon is announced.

Bring learning to life with our interactive education sessions

More on education sessions

Sign up for our email newsletter

Keep up to date with the latest zoo news, events, competitions, promotions, offers and updates. You can unsubscribe at any time.