Special Events
August Bank Holiday Weekend
Date
SAT 1 AUG, SUN 2 AUG, MON 3 AUG
Suitable for
All the family
GO WILD FOR OUR AUGUST BANK HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES!
Looking for the ultimate August Bank Holiday day out? Dublin Zoo is THE place to be August 1st-3rd, 2026.
We’re bringing the rainforest to life with our Rainforest Takeover – a weekend packed with extra entertainment, interactive activities, exciting surprises and unforgettable animal experiences.
Whether it’s your first visit or you’ve been coming to Dublin Zoo for years, there’s something new to discover around every corner.
Keep scrolling for full schedule below!
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WIN A VIP RAINFOREST RANGER EXPERIENCE!
During the August Bank Holiday weekend, little explorers can take on our Rainforest Ranger Trail, with one lucky adventurer to win an exclusive VIP Rainforest Ranger Experience.
Along the way, enjoy rainforest-themed fun, games and activities, while discovering the incredible animals that call the world’s rainforests home. Could Your Little Explorer Be Our Winner?
RAINFOREST TAKEOVER SCHEDULE: 1-3 AUGUST
Please note: All activities run for the full time slot shown, but you’re welcome to drop in at any point and stay for as long (or as little!) as your little explorers like, you don’t need to be in attendance for the entire slot to take part. Please view our map here for guidance.
| Time | Activity | Location |
|---|---|---|
| All Day | Rainforest Ranger Trail – WIN VIP Experience! (self-guided) | Across the Zoo (See instructions on arrival) |
| All Day | Explore Dublin Zoo (400+ animals) | Across the Zoo (View Map) |
| All Day | Animal Bricktacular Exhibition | Across the Zoo (View Map) |
| All Day | Keeper Talks | Across the Zoo (See Schedule Below) |
| 10am – 2pm | DJ & Party Games – drop over anytime | The Great Lawn |
| 10am – 2pm | Face Painting | The Farmhouse |
| 10am – 2pm | Arts & Crafts (with spot prizes) – drop in anytime | The Farmhouse |
| 10am – 2:45pm | Bricktacular Workshops (ticketed) | Discovery & Learning Theatre |
KEEPER TALK SCHEDULE
| Time | Keeper Talk | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 11:15am | 🦁 Asian Lions | Asian Lion Habitat |
| 11:45am | 🦧 Orangutans | Orangutans Habitat |
| 12:00pm | 🦖 Zoorassic World | Zoorassic World |
| 12:15pm | 🐘 Asian Elephants | Asian Elephant Habitat |
| 12:30pm | 🐵 Chimpanzees | Chimpanzee Habitat |
| 12:45pm | 🦍 Gorillas | Gorilla Habitat |
| 2pm | 🦒 Giraffes | Giraffe Habitat |
| 2:15pm | 🦏 Southern White Rhinoceroses | Rhino Habitat |
| 2:30pm | 🦭 Sea Lions | Sea Lion Habitat |
| 2:45pm | 🐧 Humboldt Penguins | Penguin Habitat |
Don’t miss your final chance to book!
The countdown is on for our last week of Animal Bricktacular Workshops. If your little builders haven’t joined the fun yet, now’s the time! Packed with hands-on building challenges, creativity and plenty of brick-building fun, these popular workshops are the perfect way to make your visit even more memorable this August bank holiday weekend!
Spaces are limited and this is your final opportunity to book before the workshops finish for the summer, so secure your place today!
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Workshops
Bricktacular Workshops
SAT 27 JUN, SAT 11 JUL, SAT 18 JUL, SAT 25 JUL, SAT 1 AUG, SUN 2 AUG, SAT 8 AUG