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What's On

Check out everything that's happening at Melbourne Zoo

Events

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Dad Joke Trail
Monday 26 August – Sunday 1 September
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14 September - 10 November
An exclusive look into how our Zoo Keepers care for animals!
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World Gorilla Day - Trash Puppet Workshop
Tuesday 24 September
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Polyglot Theatre and Melbourne Zoo present: Cat City
Friday 27 - Sunday 29 September
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Growing Wild
An exciting interactive area designed especially for children aged 3 to 8 years.
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Member Events

Sign: A very Member Christmas Party at Melbourne Zoo. Photo of excited child.
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The Christmas party is back!
Friday 13 and Saturday 14 December
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Melbourne Zoo's Birthday Party
Sunday 6 October
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Green Zoo, Green You Tours
To celebrate National Recycling Week we are giving Zoo Members the exclusive chance to go behind...

Animal encounters

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Close-up encounters
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Tiger behind the scenes
Meet one of the critically endangered Sumatran Tigers and the passionate keeper who cares for them.
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Roar 'n' Snore overnight camp
Feast and slumber overnight in the historic elephant exhibit of Melbourne Zoo
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Itineraries

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Melbourne Zoo itineraries
Tailor your ultimate visit to the Zoo with our recommended itineraries
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Weather guides
There’s always something to see and do, no matter what the weather, but here are some helpful tip...

Latest news

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News
Find out the latest news from Melbourne Zoo.