when: 05 - 21 July 2025 | venue: The National Zoo and Aquarium | cost: See event for details | address: 999 Lady Denman Drive Weston 2611 | website: https://nationalzoo.com.au | tickets: https://nationalzoo.com.au/zoofest2025///?q=eyJ0eXBlIjoiYm9va2luZyIsImRlc3RpbmF0aW9uIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly9uYXRpb25hbHpvby5jb20uYXUvem9vZmVz
published: 15 Jul 2025, 5 min read
Zoofest Returns to the National Zoo &Aquarium: A Wild Day of Family Fun These School Holidays!
The National Zoo &Aquarium is set to come alive with colour, music and adventure as Zoofest makes its much-anticipated return these school holidays.
A celebration of family, fun and furry (and scaly!) friends, Zoofest promises an unforgettable experience for all ages. Guests can dance like no one's watching at the silent disco, take part in exciting games and activities, and meet some of the Zoo's beloved animal residents, mascots, and even dinosaurs that have travelled through time just for the occasion!
Families won't want to miss a stop at AdventureLand, their newly expanded playground that's packed with action for little explorers. And when it's time to refuel, the Rhino Bistro will be serving up a range of delicious holiday food specials and refreshing drinks to keep everyone energised throughout the day.
Whether you're young or just young-at-heart, Zoofest has something for everyone.
Come for the animals, stay for the fun and make lifelong memories at the National Zoo &Aquarium these holidays.
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Zoofest Returns to the National Zoo &Aquarium: A Wild Day of Family Fun These School Holidays!
The National Zoo &Aquarium is set to come alive with colour, music and adventure as Zoofest makes its much-anticipated return these school holidays.
A celebration of family, fun and furry (and scaly!) friends, Zoofest promises an unforgettable experience for all ages. Guests can dance like no one's watching at the silent disco, take part in exciting games and activities, and meet some of the Zoo's beloved animal residents, mascots, and even dinosaurs that have travelled through time just for the occasion!
Families won't want to miss a stop at AdventureLand, their newly expanded playground that's packed with action for little explorers. And when it's time to refuel, the Rhino Bistro will be serving up a range of delicious holiday food specials and refreshing drinks to keep everyone energised throughout the day.
Whether you're young or just young-at-heart, Zoofest has something for everyone.
Come for the animals, stay for the fun and make lifelong memories at the National Zoo &Aquarium these holidays.
Go see The National Zoo and Aquarium Presents Zoofest 2025.

The National Zoo and Aquarium Presents Zoofest 2025 is on 05 - 21 July 2025. The opening hours are: See event website for details. Conveniently located in Weston. Call 02 6287 8400 for details. Visit their website at https://nationalzoo.com.au.
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The National Zoo and Aquarium Presents Zoofest 2025
Zoofest Returns to the National Zoo & Aquarium: A Wild Day of Family Fun These School Holidays!The National Zoo & Aquarium is set to come alive with colour, music and adventure as Zoofest makes its much-anticipated return these school holidays