Join us as we remain open until 8pm!
8th & 22nd August 2026
Join us as we party into the evening!
On selected Saturdays throughout the summer holidays, you can enjoy more value for your money as we remain open until 8pm! More details coming soon!
Members: This event is FREE for Zoo Members. Simply turn up on the day and bring with you your valid Membership to gain entry into the Zoo.
Paying Visitors: We recommend all non-members to book their tickets online in advance to receive the best price on admission.
Late Afternoon Entry Offer
8th & 22nd August 2026
Visit the Zoo for LESS after 4pm on selected Saturdays throughout the summer, with our Summer Lates!*
*Terms and Conditions apply.
Activity Timetable
Wild Vibe Crew Party
5:45pm Main Stage, next to Penguini’s Restaurant Dance and sing with the Wild Vibe Crew in their sizzling summer party!
Wild Vibe Crew Parade
7:00pm Starts at the Main Stage, next to Penguini’s Restaurant Join the Wild Vibe Crew as they journey around the Zoo with popular party tunes!
Otto & The Mutapa Calling
5:15pm, 6:15pm & 7:15pm Main Stage, next to Penguini’s Restaurant Dance to marimba music with live evening performances!
Steel Drummer Ian Beckles
4:15pm next to Beach Hut 5:15pm opposite Meerkat Hangout 6:15pm next to Wrap & Roll 7:15pm at the Zoo Exit Tap your toes to the wonderful sound of steel drums!
Face Painting
11:00am – 7:00pm Face Painting Station & Inside Kingdom of the Wild Transform into your favourite animal at our Face Painting Station!*
The Exploratorium
11:00am – 7:00pm Inside Kingdom of the Wild Try out some different themed activity boxes. From minibeasts to poo, we have lots to choose from!
Dinosaur Realm
9:30am – 7:00pm Opposite Lion Rock Come face to face with creatures from the past and embark on a prehistoric journey.
Lost Madagascar Express Road Train
10:30am – 7:00pm Lost Madagascar Express Train Station Embark on a journey around the lake and spot exciting species along the way!
Discovery Den
10:30am – 7:00pm Inside Elephant Kingdom Learn about different animal habitats with our interactive sand table and Draw Alive Wall!
Join the animals for dinner in an Animal Encounter with the Animal Care Team!
| Time | Species | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 5:15pm | Smooth-coated otter | Otter Creek |
| 5:45pm | Bornean orangutan | Rajang’s Forest |
| 5:45pm | Humboldt penguin | Inca Trail |
| 6:00pm | Red panda | River’s Edge |
| 6:00pm | Slender-tailed meerkat | Suricata Sands |
| 6:15pm | Mandrill | Edge of Africa |
| 6:15pm | Gelada baboon | Gelada Plateau |
| 6:30pm | Komodo dragon | Dragons of Komodo |
| 6:30pm | Ring-tailed lemur | Lemur bridge |
| 6:45pm | Malayan sun bear | Bears of the Rising Sun (lower viewing area) |
| 7:00pm | African elephant | Elephant Kingdom (outside paddock) |
| 7:30pm | Spotted hyena | Edge of Africa |
| 7:30pm | Cheetah | Lion Rock |
*Additional charge applies.
Dates, times and locations are subject to change.
