Events
Dublin Zoo offers a wide variety of fun and educational events all year round.
For further information on our educational programmes please contact us by e-mail at [email protected] or telephone 01 4748932.
Events

Parent and Toddler Sessions
*Dates: Wednesdays - 8th & 22nd February
Time: Session 1: 10:00am – 11:00am, Session 2: 11:30am – 12:30pm
Meeting Point: Discovery & Learning Centre
Start your children on their wildlife learning journey at our Parent and Toddler mornings in Dublin Zoo. Toddlers will get an opportunity to learn more about our wonderful wildlife through stories, crafts and visits to some of our habitats. Book early to secure your spot.
Age: recommended for up to 3 year olds.
To book: Online only. Tickets for 27th April and May 4th will be available from Monday 4th April at 12pm. Additional dates will go on sale on May 4th . Please follow this link: https://dublinzoo.digitickets.co.uk/category/926
Cost: Prices vary, see below. Please note that prices include admission to Dublin Zoo
ANNUAL PASS HOLDERS: When tickets are in your basket it is unnecessary to enter your annual pass code in to the Annual Pass/Promo Box as the ticket you are purchasing is already discounted. Please proceed to the NEXT page, you will be asked for the pass code at this point. It is essential to purchase tickets for this event - you will not be able to gain entry without one.
Annual Pass Holder
- 1 adult, 1 toddler €7.00
- 1 adult, 2 toddlers €10.00
- 1 adult, 3 toddlers €12.50
- 2 adults, 1 toddler €15.00
- 2 adults, 2 toddlers €17.50
- 2 adults, 3 toddlers €20.00
Non Annual Pass Holder
- 1 adult, 1 toddler €20.00
- 1 adult, 2 toddlers €22.50
- 1 adult, 3 toddlers €25.00
- 2 adults, 1 toddler €35.00
- 2 adults, 2 toddlers €40.00
- 2 adults, 3 toddlers €42.50
*If your preferred date is sold out please email [email protected] to be added to a waiting list
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Forest Families
Join us for a fun hands-on family learning experience where you will discover lots about nature. ‘Forest Families’ takes place in our wonderful nature haven called the Wild Space in Dublin Zoo. Each session is different so you can book individual sessions or come to both. In September you will explore bugs and biodiversity, while in October you will delve in the world of birds.
Forest Families is open to families with children aged between 4 and 12. In each session you will have facilitation from an expert teacher and learn about lots of follow up activities to do in your local area.
*Dates and times:
Saturday 25th March and 22nd April – 10 am to 12:15pm
Cost:
See ticket options. The prices include expert facilitation in our exclusive Wild Space and entry to Dublin Zoo
*If this event is sold out please email [email protected] to be added to a waiting list
For further information contact [email protected] or call 01 474 8932
IMPORTANT:
- This is an in person workshop and will take place in Dublin Zoo;
- You will receive an email prior to the workshop with any additional information, at least 24 hours in advance;
- Tickets are non-refundable.
ANNUAL PASS HOLDERS: When tickets are in your basket it is unnecessary to enter your annual pass code in to the Annual Pass/Promo Box as the ticket you are purchasing is already discounted. Please proceed to the NEXT page, you will be asked for the pass code at this point. It is essential to purchase tickets for this event - you will not be able to gain entry without one.
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Dinosaur Discovery - Family Experience
*Dates & Times: Saturday March 11th and Saturday April 15th - 10am and 12pm. Saturdays 25th February and 25th March at 2pm.
Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Ages: 3 – 6 year olds and their parents/guardians
Calling all Dinosaur-exploring families. Come on a journey of discovery to Zoorassic World and look back in time at reptiles that lived on this planet long ago and see some of those living today. Meet Stan, our full-size Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton, and learn all about this fearsome predator. Learn about the missing link that connects birds and dinosaurs. Step inside Dinosaur Discovery to carry out your very own dinosaur dig. Using specialist tools, you will uncover fossils that once belonged to these ancient reptiles
For further information or to book: Online only.
*If your preferred date is sold out please email [email protected] to be added to a waiting list
Cost: Prices vary, see ticket options. Annual pass holders - see note below regarding passes.
Please note that ticket price includes admission to Dublin Zoo.
IMPORTANT:
- This is an in person workshop and will take place in Dublin Zoo;
- You will receive an email prior to the workshop with any additional information, at least 24 hours in advance;
- Tickets are non-refundable.
ANNUAL PASS HOLDERS: When tickets are in your basket it is unnecessary to enter your annual pass code in to the Annual Pass/Promo Box as the ticket you are purchasing is already discounted. Please proceed to the NEXT page, you will be asked for the pass code at this point. It is essential to purchase tickets for this event - you will not be able to gain entry without one.
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Dinosaur Discovery – Kids Only!
*Dates: Saturday 18th February
Session Time: 12pm – 1:15pm
Ages: 6-10 year olds
Calling all budding palaeontologists. Dress like a palaeontologist and delve into our dig site to uncover fossils of some fearsome dinosaurs. Meet Stan, our full size t-rex skeleton and learn about his many living relatives on earth today.
To book: Online only.
Cost: Annual Pass holders €17 per child (SEE NOTE BELOW REGARDING PASS HOLDERS). Non-annual Pass holder €22 per child (includes admission to Dublin Zoo)
*If your preferred date is sold out please email [email protected] to be added to a waiting list
IMPORTANT:
- This is an in person workshop and will take place in Dublin Zoo;
- You will receive an email prior to the workshop with any additional information, at least 24 hours in advance;
- Tickets are non-refundable.
ANNUAL PASS HOLDERS: When tickets are in your basket it is unnecessary to enter your annual pass code in to the Annual Pass/Promo Box as the ticket you are purchasing is already discounted. Please proceed to the NEXT page, you will be asked for the pass code at this point. It is essential to purchase tickets for this event - you will not be able to gain entry without one.
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Junior Spring Workshop
Fun, educational one-day workshops that harness springtime activities. Suitable for children aged 6 -12 years. The workshop is identical on both dates so we recommend booking only one date.
No contact with animals or access to habitats.
Dates: Thursday 16th and Friday 17th February
Time: 10am-2:30pm
Cost: €37 (annual pass holders, €32)
Age: 6-12 years
Booking: online only.
IMPORTANT:
- This is an in person workshop and will take place in Dublin Zoo;
- The workshop content is the same each day. We recommend purchasing only one day;
- Children will be split into two groups according to age group;
- You will receive an email prior to the workshop with any additional information, at least 48 hours in advance;
- ANNUAL PASS HOLDERS: When tickets are in your basket it is unnecessary to enter your code in to the Annual Pass/Promo Box as the ticket you are purchasing is already discounted. Please proceed to the NEXT page, you will be asked for the pass code at this point;
- Tickets are non-refundable.
Find out more Book nowDublin Zoo offers a wide variety of fun and educational events all year round.
For further information on our educational programmes please contact us by e-mail at [email protected] or telephone 01 4748932.