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Don’t Miss a Moment This Year – 2026 Events Calendar Sneak Peek 

There’s always a new reason to visit Dublin Zoo and we are thrilled to offer a first look at what’s coming in 2026 – and it’s shaping up to be a year filled with wildlife, wonder, and unforgettable family moments.

From daily keeper talks, seasonal festivals and immersive experiences to hands-on workshops for curious little minds, our 2026 events calendar is designed to help visitors of all ages connect with nature, learn about wildlife, and create meaningful memories together.

Your visit to Dublin Zoo helps protect wildlife. Every euro spent at Dublin Zoo supports the care of critically endangered species and helps fund 30+ conservation projects locally and globally.

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Dublin Zoo Upcoming Events

Education

Parent & Toddler Sessions

11 MAR, 25 MAR, 28 MAR, 15 APR, 18 APR, 13 MAY, 27 MAY
Education

Dinosaur Discovery – Family Experience

18 APR, 25 APR
SPECIAL EVENT

Run For Wildlife

29 Aug

Keeper Talks

Don’t miss a moment of the magic! Find the full list of keeper talk times below. We have two fantastic and informative winter keeper talks schedules for both weekdays and weekends. These are subject to change.

Opening Hours

Open daily from 9.30am – 6pm

Last entry is 5pm. African Plains closes at 5.30pm.

Please Note: The South American House is closed due to renovations. Plan ahead for your wild adventure, view key updates or closures, and please leave scooters, bikes, rollerblades & skateboards at home. Find out more

Daily Keeper Talks Schedule

Animal Time
Asian lion 11:15am
Orangutan 11:45am
Zoorassic World 12:00pm
Asian Elephant 12:15pm
Chimpanzee 12:30pm
Gorilla 12:45pm
Giraffe 2:00pm
Southern white rhino 2:15pm
Sea Lion 2:30pm
Penguin 2:45pm

Our keeper talks are subject to change.