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Dads Go Free* at Dublin Zoo this Father’s Day!
Tue 16 June 2026 - 1 min read
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Dads Go Free* at Dublin Zoo this Father’s Day!
Dublin Zoo is inviting families to celebrate Father’s Day with a special offer: dads receive free admission on Father’s Day when accompanied by a paying visitor, making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy a wild family adventure together.
Visitors can spend the day exploring one of Ireland’s top family attractions, home to more than 400 animals from around the world, including Asian elephants, western lowland gorillas, giraffes, red pandas, lions and many more.
Use the promo code DADSGOFREE when booking online or purchase tickets at the gate on Father’s Day to avail of the offer! T&Cs apply.
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As well as meeting some of the world’s most fascinating wildlife, families can also experience Animal Bricktacular, Dublin Zoo’s exciting outdoor exhibition featuring incredible animal sculptures created from millions of colourful toy bricks. The larger-than-life displays offer a unique way to discover the animal kingdom while creating memorable photo opportunities throughout the Zoo.
Whether you’re watching the playful antics of the sea lions, learning about wildlife conservation or exploring the stunning brick-built animal creations, Dublin Zoo offers a fun-filled day out for visitors of all ages.
Speaking about the Father’s Day promotion, Róisín Healy, Marketing Manager, Dublin Zoo, said:
“We’re inviting families to go wild this Father’s Day by bringing Dad to Dublin Zoo for free. With more than 400 animals to discover and our larger-than-life Animal Bricktacular exhibition on display, there’s never been a better time to visit. From elephants and gorillas to giant brick-built animal sculptures, there’s something around every corner to surprise, delight and entertain the whole family.”
The Father’s Day free admission offer for dads is available for visits on Father’s Day, Sunday, 21st of June 2026, when accompanied by a paying visitor.
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Offer Terms & Conditions
- The Father’s Day offer is valid for visits on Father’s Day, Sunday, 21st of June 2026.
- Visitors may either pre-book online at dublinzoo.ie using the promo code DADSGOFREE or purchase tickets at the gate on Father’s Day to avail of the offer.
- One dad receives free admission with the purchase of one full-paying adult or child day-entry ticket, saving €22.50. For online bookings, enter the promo code DADSGOFREE.
- One free adult admission may be claimed per qualifying ticket purchased and one promotion may be used per transaction.
- The offer is valid on single day-entry tickets only and cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion, discount, bundle ticket, concession ticket, Family Ticket, or special offer.
- Best value: this offer works well for many adult and child combinations. However, larger groups (for example, more than two adults and three children) may find that a Family Ticket offers better value. Visitors can view the full range of ticket prices at dublinzoo.ie to find the option that best suits your troop!
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