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What's On

Check out our daily activities and limited-time events at Melbourne Zoo

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Visitor Information:

  • Plan ahead if you're visiting Melbourne Zoo. Route 58 tram services are replaced by buses until 5 October, with Royal Park Station on the Upfield Line the easiest public transport option during the works.

  • Melbourne Zoo will be closed to Zoo Members and the general public on Saturday October 24, 2026 to host 'Dream Day'.

Events

T-rex in the sunshine, seen from below.
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Dinos at Melbourne Zoo
Witness large animatronic dinosaurs amidst a jungle of exotic wildlife.
Two young guests at the Helmeted Honey-eater binoculars of Keeper Kids, both looking right.
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Zoo Playgroup
Melbourne Zoo is excited to introduce an eight week playgroup designed for our youngest members a...
A ginger tabby cat, with head tilted left, holds a blue toy with their right paw and mouth, attached to a leash, on a light orange bedsheet.
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Voice for Wildlife
Discover how your voice can help protect wildlife.

Highlights

A young guest in a Keeper vest excitedly plays with two plush Lemurs, with an Orangutan and ferns behind him.
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Activities with Keeper Kids
Foster your child’s love of wildlife through connection with the wonders of their natural world.
Four young guests enjoying themselves by "getting down" on the Frog Disco dancefloor, with one smiling to the camera.
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A Tiny Dragon
Teeny Tiny Stevies are taking over Melbourne Zoo's Dragon Disco
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Family-friendly play spaces
Explore all the play spaces we have here at Melbourne Zoo
Close-up of Giraffe calf Tambi, standing in front of his mum, Nakuru, facing opposite directions.
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Free Animal Talks
Meet our staff and learn something new about your favourite animals!

Animal Experiences

Make your visit extra special by booking an exclusive experience with our animals and keepers.

Western Lowland Gorilla strutting right, while looking right to the camera.
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Gorilla Experience
Meet Melbourne Zoo’s Critically Endangered Western Lowland Gorillas and the passionate keepers wh...
The face of a fluffy pale brown Eastern Grey Kangaroo, close-up and facing the camera.
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Kangaroo Experience
Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and say g'day to a kangaroo!
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Roar 'n' Snore Overnight Camp
Feast, snooze and explore the Zoo after dark during this unique overnight Roar 'n' Snore camping...
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