News and events
Swing into spring this Easter
We are getting ready for an egg-stra special Easter at Belfast Zoo on Monday 10 and Tuesday 11 April.
The zoo will be closed from Monday 18 to Friday 22 October 2021 for essential maintenance
The zoo will be closed from Monday 18 to Friday 22 October 2021 for essential maintenance
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Belfast Zoo is usually open every day of the year, except for Christmas Day and Boxing Day. However, this year we have made the d...
Fancy taking a walk on the wild side from the comfort of the classroom?
Fancy taking a walk on the wild side from the comfort of the classroom?
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Fancy taking a walk on the wild side from the comfort of the classroom? Or how about planning a school trip to remember? Bring ...
We celebrate the end of a ‘zooper’ Summer
We celebrate the end of a ‘zooper’ Summer
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We are celebrating after having a fantastic Summer and would like to say a big thank you to everyone who came to visit us over the...
Rare new-born monkey gets a helping hand from keeper Geraldine
Rare new-born monkey gets a helping hand from keeper Geraldine
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The rare François' langur primate is only three months old and is still being carefully looked after and bottle-fed by Belfast Zoo...
Minister for the Economy, Gordon Lyons, visits the zoo
Minister for the Economy, Gordon Lyons, visits the zoo
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On Tuesday 3 August, we were delighted to welcome Minister for the Economy, Gordon Lyons to the zoo.
Belfast Zoo celebrates success with three BIAZA Awards
Belfast Zoo celebrates success with three BIAZA Awards
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Belfast Zoo is celebrating industry success with the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquarium Awards (BIAZA).