Large catered function in the viewing park, guests celebrating a corporate party with drinks and BBQ

2 guests in the Ruffed lemur enclosure with the primates climbing over them, being fed

Sharks, fish and other aquatic creatures in the 200,000L shark tank in the Aquarium.

Family and zoo guide with a Hummer, a vehicle used for night tours within the national zoo

Guests and families enjoying the dining area at the Rhino Bistro / cafe

A mother and two children smile in awe at the size of the animatronic T-Rex in lush fern gardens.

The National Zoo and Aquarium presents Zoofest

Name: The National Zoo and Aquarium presents Zoofest
Start: 2026-04-11
End: 2026-04-12
Location: The National Zoo and Aquarium

Next on 11 Apr 2026 from 9:00am to 5:00pm

The National Zoo and Aquarium presents Zoofest

Overview

Zoofest kicks off this weekend for the National Zoo and Aquarium's 'Zoorassic Park'.

Enjoy a fantastic day of family friendly fun with dino puppets, animatronic dinosaurs and a roving life-size Australenavator throughout Adventureland Playground. Families are welcome to bring their dancing shoes as jazz music fills the viewing park on Saturday or jump around in front of the rhinos with jumping castle fun all weekend.

There's no better time to head to the National Zoo and Aquarium with the arrival of three brand new lion cubs, Tsenza, Mnavu and Kiazi. Take a tour, meet some of the world's most exotic animals or become a member and enjoy new fun every single week!
The National Zoo and Aquarium is Canberra's Centre of Adventure