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

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

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

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

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

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

Wild Explorers Weekend Celebrates African Wild Dog Day

Name: Wild Explorers Weekend Celebrates African Wild Dog Day
Start: 2026-08-22
End: 2026-08-23
Location: The National Zoo and Aquarium

Next on 22 Aug 2026 from 9:00am to 4:30pm

Wild Explorers Weekend Celebrates African Wild Dog Day

Overview

Wild Explorers will be running this weekend at the National Zoo and Aquarium, highlighting one of Africa's most successful predators, the African Wild Dog. This endangered species is endemic to Southern and Eastern Africa and is one of the most unique hunters on the continent. A special Keeper Talk with one of the zoo's Carnivore Keepers will run at 11:10am each day over the weekend at the African Wild Dog habitat, as well as a commemorative medallion for sale.

All the activities are free with admission and membership.

There's so much fun to be had at the National Zoo and Aquarium, Canberra's 'Centre of Adventure'.