Join us as we remain open until 8:30pm!
12th & 26th September 2026
Watch the sun set at the Zoo!
As the sun goes down, experience the zoo in a whole new light and enjoy an evening of animal encounters, entertainment and activities for all the family!
Members: This event is FREE for Zoo Members. Simply turn up on the day and bring with you your valid Membership to gain entry into the Zoo.
Paying Visitors: We recommend all non-members to book their tickets online in advance to receive the best price on admission.
Exclusive Member Late Afternoon Entry Offer
12th & 26th September 2026
Visit the Zoo as an Annual Member after 4pm on our Starlight Safari Nights and bring up to four friends or family to receive 50% off admission tickets!*
*Terms and Conditions apply.
Activity Timetable
One drum
6:00pm- Drum workshop 7:45pm- Performance Main stage, next to Penguini’s Restaurant Get ready to make some noise! Join One Drum for a fun-filled drumming workshop and performance.
ZOO CREW PARTY
7:00pm Main Stage, next to Penguini’s RestaurantIt’s time to party with the zoo crew! Join your favourite characters for a lively celebration filled with music, dancing and plenty of fun for all!
Tales under the stars
5:30pm – 7:30pm Elephant Bush walk, near Safari Snack Shack Settle down and let your imagination wander as our storytellers bring enchanting tales to life under the stars.
evening explorers
5:30pm – 8:00pm Various locations around the zoo There’s so much more to discover! Meet our Animal Ambassadors and learn more about some of the Zoo’s incredible animals.
marshmallow fire pit*
3:00pm – 7:30pm Lake Area, next to Wrap & RollCosy up by the fire and enjoy a classic sweet treat! Roast your marshmallows over the fire and soak up the atmosphere as the sun goes down.
musical fountains
5:30pm – 8:00pm Lake Area, next to Wrap & RollWatch as the lake comes to life with a spectacular display of music, colour and light!
*Additional charge applies.
Dates, times and locations are subject to change.
Join the animals for dinner in an Animal Encounter with the Animal Care Team!
| Time | Species | Location |
| 5:00pm | Buff-headed capuchin | Capuchin Climb |
| 5:20pm | Bornean orangutan | Rajang’s Forest |
| 5:30pm | African animals | Kingdom of the Wild paddock |
| 5:40pm | Mandrill | Edge of Africa |
| 5:40pm | Komodo dragon | Dragons of Komodo |
| 6:00pm | Cheetah | Opposite Suricata Sands |
| 6:00pm | Gelada baboon | Gelada Plateau |
| 6:20pm | Humboldt penguin | Inca Trail |
| 6:30pm | Red panda | River’s Edge |
| 6:30pm | Amur tiger | Tiger Taiga |
| 6:40pm | Pygmy hippo | Hippo Cave (Inside Kingdom of the Wild) |
| 7:00pm | Smooth-coated otter | Otter Creek |
| 7:00pm | African elephant | Elephant Kingdom (Inside viewing area) |
| 7:10pm | Spotted hyena | Edge of Africa |
| 7:20pm | Slender-tailed meerkat | Suricata Sands |
| 7:30pm | Malayan sun bear | Bear of the Rising Sun (Lower viewing area) |
Don’t forget to stop by…
Discovery Den
Get hands on at our interactive sand table where you can build different animal habitats or watch as your creations come to life on the Draw Alive wall. PLUS get up close and hold a creepy crawly!
Open from 10:30am until an hour before zoo closing on weekend and school holiday dates, and from 12 noon until 3:00pm during term time. Located inside Elephant Kingdom.
PLEASE NOTE: Bug encounters may not be available during cold conditions.
Dinosaur Realm
Included in standard admission, visitors can embark on a journey as they come face to face with a herd of static and animatronic dinosaurs, including a Brachiosaurus that stands just under 5 metres tall.
Smoke and sounds are present along the route with a Palaeontology Hub that includes interactive zones to engage and educate on the creatures that once lived.
PLEASE NOTE: This area closes an hour before zoo closing.
Lost Madagascar Road Train
The Lost Madagascar Express will take visitors across countries and continents to spot many exciting species along the way, before disembarking at the Lost Madagascar Lemur Walkthrough, where the adventure will really begin…
PLEASE NOTE: The train closes an hour before zoo closing. During our winter months, the train will not stop at the Lemur Walkthrough.
