Upcoming Events

World Anteater Day 2025

19 November - No need to book!
Anteaters display at main entrance 10-11am. Giant anteater talk at 2.20pm and tamandua talk 2.40pm by these species’ habitats.

Critically Endangered Eastern Black Rhino In Chester Zoo's New Heart Of Africa Zone1 (1)

Live Lesson: Preventing extinction with Chester Zoo

20 November
Join us for an interactive online lesson exploring how conservation is helping to prevent extinction of species all over the world.

Lanterns and Light 2025/2026

From 13 November - 3 January, Chester Zoo will transform after dark into a glowing world of light, colour and sound.

Zoo Ranger Talking To Two Junior Conservationists 1000X1000p

Junior Rangers Holiday Clubs 2025

17 February - 30 November 2025
2-day weekday, 3-day weekday and weekend clubs available!
Tax-Free childcare back for 2025

Mini Rangers Holiday Clubs 2025

17 February - 30 November
2-day weekday, 3-day weekday and weekend clubs available!
Tax-Free childcare back for 2025

Christmas Wreath Making at Chester Zoo 2025

23 & 30 November
Celebrate the season with a creative afternoon inspired by the beauty of nature.

Memory Cafe 2025

24 November & 8 December
FREE to attend
For people with dementia, their families and friends to meet.

Reptile and Amphibian Working Group (RAWG) Conference 2026

18 & 19 February
Join us in The Square at Chester Zoo for the 2026 RAWG Conference.

Chester Zoo staff collecting soil, science

QGIS for Conservationists 2026

19 & 20 Jan 2026
Two day course for complete beginners to using GIS software, including hands on practice with the software.

Wedding Showcase 2026

26 February
Join us for an enchanting evening at Chester Zoo, where dreams of your special day begin to take shape.