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Reptile and Wombat Day at the Zoo!

The National Zoo and Aquarium

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'.
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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
When
24 October, 2026
Venue
The National Zoo and Aquarium
Contact
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Location and Directions999 Lady Denman Drive Weston Australian Capital Territory 2611 Australia
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Product Types
  • Festivals and Celebrations
Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Point
  • Family Friendly
  • Kiosk
  • Parents Room
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop
Accessibility
  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Accessibility Information
  • An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
Dates
  • Saturday 24 October, 202609:00 - 16:30Confirmed Event
  • Sunday 25 October, 202609:00 - 16:30Confirmed Event

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