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Reptile and Wombat Day at the Zoo!

Next on 24 Oct 2026 from 9:00am to 4:30pm

Reptile and Wombat Day at the Zoo!

Monitor
Sharks, fish and other aquatic creatures in the 200,000L shark tank in the Aquarium.
Zoofest
2 guests in the Ruffed lemur enclosure with the primates climbing over them, being fed
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.
Large catered function in the viewing park, guests celebrating a corporate party with drinks and BBQ
Wallaby
Photo depicts a family of lions
Spooktacular

Overview

The National Zoo and Aquarium will be highlighting some amazing animals this weekend.

Join the team for a special keeper talk on all the unique and interesting facts about reptiles on Saturday and on Sunday the Natives Team will be celebrating Canberra's resident Southern Hairy-Nosed Wombat 'Poppy'!

All special keeper talks will be held at 10:30am on their respective days.

The National Zoo and Aquarium will also release a commemorative Komodo Dragon Coin in celebration of Reptile Awareness Day!

All the activities are free with admission and memberships.

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

Dates

24–25 Oct 2026
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The National Zoo and Aquarium999 Lady Denman Drive, Weston, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Family Friendly
  • Kiosk
  • Parents Room
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Point

Contacts

02 6287 8400
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nationalzoo.com.au

When

Next on 24 Oct 2026 from 9:00am to 4:30pm

Where

The National Zoo and Aquarium, 999 Lady Denman Drive, Weston

Accessibility

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