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Explore what’s on below and start planning your perfect day out!

Don’t Miss a Moment This Year!

From daily keeper talks to magical seasonal highlights like Boo at the Zoo, Workshops, Wild Lights, and Santa’s Grotto, there’s always a new reason to visit.

Every unforgettable day out helps us care for endangered species and support over 30 wildlife conservation projects globally.

Ready to plan your perfect visit? Download our Autumn/Winter Calendar below to map out all your must-do events and start your next wild adventure today!

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Dublin Zoo Upcoming Events

Education

Zoo Tots

7 OCT, 10 OCT, 21 OCT, 4 NOV, 7 NOV, 18 NOV, 2 DEC
SPECIAL EVENT

Boo at the Zoo

24 Oct - 01 Nov
Education

Creature Crew: October Midterm Camp

28 OCT, 29 OCT
Education

Conservation Academy: Conservation Careers in Action

30 Oct
Education

Dinosaur Discovery – Family Experience

10 OCT, 17 OCT, 7 NOV
SPECIAL EVENT

Wild Lights: Passport to Wonder

12 Nov - 05 Jan
SPECIAL EVENT

Santa's Grotto

21 Nov - 23 Dec

Keeper Talks

Don’t miss a moment of the magic! Find our full list of keeper talk times below.

Opening Hours

Open daily from 9.30am – 5.30pm

Last entry is 4.30pm. African Plains closes at 5pm.

Plan ahead for your wild adventure, view key updates or closures, and please leave scooters, bikes, rollerblades & skateboards at home. Find out more

Weekend Keeper Talks Schedule

Animal Time
Asian lion 11:15am
Orangutan 11:45am
Zoorassic World 12:00pm
Asian Elephant 12:15pm
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. Our talks will follow this schedule during the school holidays.

Weekday Keeper Talks Schedule

Animal Time
Macaques 11:15am
Red Panda 11:45am
Asian Elephant 12:15pm
Gorilla 12:45pm
Sea Lion 2:30pm

These talks are only available during the week and not weekends during winter months (September to February). Our keeper talks are subject to change.