Join us for the Summer Holidays!
23rd July – 31st August 2025
Enjoy daytime activities!
This summer, enjoy a wild adventure filled with daytime activities suitable for children of all ages! Party with the Wild Vibe Crew, discover more at The Exploratorium and transform into your favourite species at the Face Painting Station!
Passholders: This event is FREE for Zoo Passholders. Simply turn up on the day and bring with you your valid zoo pass to gain entry into the zoo.
Paying Visitors: We recommend all non-passholders to book their tickets online in advance to receive the best price on admission.
Activity Timetable
‘Wild Vibe West’ Party
12:30pm & 3:30pm Main Stage next to Penguini’s Restaurant
Dance and sing with the Wild Vibe Crew in their sizzling summer party!
‘Wild Vibe West’ Parade
11:00am, 2:30pm & 4:45pm Starting at the Main Stage next to Penguini’s Restaurant
Join the Wild Vibe Crew as they journey around the Zoo with popular party tunes!
Zoo Crew Meet & Greet
9:30am – 12:00pm* Receive a warm welcome from a member of the Zoo Crew ahead of your adventure! 3:00pm – 5:00pm* Your chance to meet a member of the Zoo Crew before your day of exploration ends!
The Exploratorium
11:00am – 1hr before zoo closing Inside Kingdom of the Wild Try out some different themed activity boxes from minibeasts to poo, we have a lot to choose from!
Face Painting
11:00am – 1hr before zoo closing Face Painting Station & Inside Kingdom of the Wild (weather dependant) Transform into your favourite animal at our Face Painting Station.**
Crazy Sand
11:00am – 1hr before zoo closing Next to Meerkat Hangout Create your own colourful sand bottles and pendants at Crazy Sand. All items are available whilst stocks last.**
Discovery Den
10:30am – 1hr before zoo closing Inside Elephant Kingdom Learn about different animal habitats with our interactive sand table and Draw Alive wall.
Dinosaur Realm
9:30am – 1hr before zoo closing Opposite Lion Rock Come face to face with creatures from the past and embark on a prehistoric journey through our Dinosaur Realm.
Animal Encounters
Various Times Various Locations Find out more about our incredible species with our Animal Care Team.
*Various intervals may apply.
**Additional charge applies.
Dates, times and locations are subject to change.
